Avalon Waterways

Avalon Waterways is a river cruise brand in the Globus family. Its Suite Ships feature Panorama Suites with wide-opening windows and beds oriented toward the river. The design puts the passing landscape at the centre of the cabin experience.

Panorama Suites and Suite Ships

Avalon describes its Panorama Suites as approximately 18.6 square metres, with windows that open widely. The company introduced its first “Suite Ship”, Avalon Panorama, in 2011. The 135-metre Avalon Panorama was configured for 166 guests in 83 cabins, including 66 suites. The shorter Avalon Visionary, built in 2012, measured 110 metres and accommodated 128 guests in 64 cabins, including 52 suites. These historical examples show how the suite concept was used in different ship configurations.

Onboard facilities and river travel

Avalon Vista provides a ship-specific example, with Panorama Suites on two decks, a fitness room and a sun deck with a whirlpool and bistro. Public areas provide additional places to relax. River conditions, water levels and seasonal navigability can affect river itineraries; check the operator’s current information for a specific sailing.