Avalon Panorama
The cruise industry is continually topping itself, introducing new ships with features designed to increase guests’ comfort and enjoyment.
One of 2011's new ships is the Avalon Panorama, which sets a new standard for European river cruise ships. Avalon calls the Panorama a "suite ship.” It has two decks of suites with wall-to-wall windows that, when open, give the sitting area the feel of a large, open-air balcony. Each suite is 200 square feet, almost one-third larger than the industry standard.
The ship also offers amenities, such as an Internet Corner with Wi-Fi access, a library, a spacious Sky Deck with a shade system, a heated whirlpool and an open-air restaurant. In each suite, you’ll find an elegant marble bath, a flat-screen television and fresh flowers. The Panorama is began its run by sailing 14-night, Amsterdam-Budapest itineraries, stopping in Vienna on the way.
Avalon will introduce two more "suite ships” – the Vista and the Visionary – in 2012.
Learn more about river cruising here.