Avalon Waterways is increasing its total “special interest” cruises by 30 percent to meet the increased demand for passion travel. In 2014, the river cruise company will be adding beer tasting, golf, wellness and World War I history cruises to its lineup.
On this cruise (Oct. 13, 2014 departure of Austrian Highlights & Bavaria), travelers will have the chance to experience onboard beer tastings, visit historic breweries and learn about European beer-brewing techniques via onboard lectures.
In 2014, Avalon travelers are also invited to get teed-up for a Golf cruise. On this departure (July 7, 2014 departure of Austrian Highlights & Bavaria), golf-lovers will enjoy golf outings as a local enthusiast arranges tee times on courses throughout the vacation (non-golfers will have the opportunity to experience included excursions).
In addition, next year Avalon is appealing to health-focused travelers with a new wellness cruise (July 7, 2014 departure of The Blue Danube Discovery). On this “special interest” getaway, travelers will start their mornings with onboard exercise programs featuring stretching and yoga. Throughout the cruise, they will attend lectures on healthy lifestyles and will enjoy healthy (and delicious) dining options.
It’s been 100 years since the start of WWI and in 2014 Avalon will give travelers two opportunities to learn more about the “Great War” which claimed the lives of more than 9 million (July 14, 2014 departure of Grand France and July 22 departure of Paris to Normandy’s Landing Beaches). On these itineraries, travelers will visit some of Europe’s most famous war sites and learn little-known facts with onboard lectures.
In addition to its new cruises, Avalon will continue to offer travelers the following, “special interest” itineraries next year:
- Art & Impressionist Cruises
- Wine Cruises
- Culinary Cruises
- European History & Politics Cruise
- Jewish Heritage Cruise
- Music Cruises (Jazz or Classical)
- Festive Time Cruises
- President’s Cruise
Additionally, guests can save $500 per couple ($250/person) on any 2014 Europe itinerary.
For more information, visit www.avalonwaterways.com.