Avalon River Cruises: What We Wish We Knew | The Reality of European River Cruises

Avalon river cruise honest review: everything you are afraid to ask before booking, cabins, food, drinks, tours, what we would do differently, and how it compares to Viking and an ocean cruise. This is the real experience from people who just got back. 👉 Plan less and travel more with 2 Getaway Travel 👉 Get a free quote: https://www.2getawaytravel.com/get-a-... At 2 Getaway Travel, we personally visit the resorts we recommend so we can match travelers with the right experience, not just the most popular hotel. We just returned from an Avalon Waterways Rhine River cruise through the Netherlands and we are answering every question first timers are afraid to ask before booking a European river cruise. From which deck is actually worth the upgrade to what the bathrooms are really like for two people, what is and is not included in the bar, how luggage works, WiFi, laundry, mobility concerns, and whether Avalon is actually worth it compared to Viking. This is not a highlight reel. We share the real pros and cons including the one thing about day one drinks that frustrated some of our guests and what we would do differently next time. If you are researching river cruises in Europe, Avalon Waterways specifically, or trying to decide between a river cruise and a land tour, this video is everything you need before you book. ❓❓Which would you choose, a European river cruise or a land tour through Europe? Tell us in the comments! ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 Is an Avalon river cruise actually worth the money? 1:03 Cabins and beds, what the rooms are really like 2:07 Which deck should you book and is the panorama suite worth it? 2:57 The honest truth about the bathrooms for two people 3:51 Food breakdown, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and what to know 6:06 What is actually included in the bar and what caught guests off guard 7:41 What a full day on an Avalon river cruise actually looks like 9:01 Tours, guides, flexibility, and how the earpiece system works 10:26 Luggage, WiFi, laundry, and mobility questions answered 14:19 Who is on the boat and what is the vibe really like 16:58 Avalon vs Viking, an honest side by side comparison 18:01 River cruise vs ocean cruise, which one is right for you 20:06 River cruise vs land tour through Europe 21:00 What we would do differently next time 22:05 Who Avalon river cruises are really best for 🌎 Ready to discover the world? Subscribe to 2 Getaway Travel for Your Dream Vacation:    / @2getawaytravel   =================== ✅ How to Work With Us =================== 🌐 https://www.2getawaytravel.com 📬 For Inquiries: [email protected] ☎️ Call or text us at 832-224-322 Connect with Us: 👍 Facebook:   / 2getawaytravel   👍 Instagram:   / 2getawaytravel   ================================================ About Us: 2 Getaway Travel is a family-owned travel consulting firm specializing in custom-curated vacations. With over 35 years of industry experience, deep industry relationships, and a portfolio of personal travel, we are uniquely positioned to match clients with experiences. Let us exceed your expectations by planning your next trip! ▶️ Cruise Travel Guides    • NEW Virgin Voyages CRUISE!!!   ▶️ Luxury Travel    • Nickelodeon   ▶️ Europe Travel Guide    • Worst mistake when visiting Positano   ▶️ Italy Travel Guide    • Did you know this about Capri? 😍🇮🇹   ▶️ Adult Only All Inclusive Resorts    • Palafitos   ▶️ Why Use a Travel Agent    • Top Ten Reasons to Book with a Travel Advi...   #avalon #rivercruise #europetravel #netherlandstravel #avalonwaterways #rhineriver #tulipseason #luxurytravel #grouptravel #bucketlisttravel #travelplanner #tripplanning #vacationplanning #travelperks #traveltips #coupletravel #birthdayvacation #anniversarytrip #europecruise Š 2 Getaway Travel

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