AVALON SCENERY Ship Review
Avalon Scenery, seen here cruising the Rhone in France. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways
Cruising the waterways of France for Avalon is the 2008-built Avalon Scenery.
Carrying 138 guests in 67 staterooms and two suites, her 361-foot length allows for a remarkable list of amenities in a surprisingly intimate shipboard experience.
AVALON SCENERY Staterooms
Category A,B and P staterooms aboard Avalon Scenery feature floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways.
Avalon Scenery features five different stateroom categories, encompassing 67 staterooms and two suites.
- Located on Indigo Deck, Category E staterooms measure 172 square feet and feature two windows located near the ceiling of the stateroom. They also feature a full bathroom with a glass door enclosed shower, a writing desk, vanity, and Avalon’s deluxe beds with premium mattress covers, Egyptian linens, European-style duvets, and a choice of firm or soft pillows.
- Categories A, B and P also measure 172 square feet, and are located on the Sapphire and Royal decks. These staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and a French balcony.
- Rounding out the accommodations are Avalon Scenery’s 258-square foot Avalon Suites. Located side-by-side on Royal Deck, these two suites pull out all the stops, featuring all the amenities of the previous categories but with more space, a large sitting area, and a larger bathroom
All guests have access to a welcome list of amenities, including nightly turn-down service, spacious three-door closets, flat-screen TV with movie channels, bathrobes and slippers, complimentary bottled water and L’Occitane toiletries.
AVALON SCENERY Public Areas
The aft-facing Club Lounge aboard Avalon Scenery features 180-degree views. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways.
Like her sisters, Avalon Scenery offers a host of amenities designed to ensure your stay aboard her is pleasurable.
Throughout the ship you’ll find wall-to-wall panoramic windows so you never miss the incredible scenery passing by. A main lounge, aft-facing Club Lounge, and an elegantly appointed restaurant round out the mix.
The ship is also fully equipped with Wi-Fi access and a dedicated Internet center, as well as a fitness center, and an outside viewing deck, the Sky Deck featuring premium lounge chairs and a whirlpool.
River Cruisers Should Know!
- Avalon Scenery only has two Avalon Suites.
- Avalon Scenery’s interior is non-smoking.
- Headsets are available for guests on guided shore excursions.
- Room service, including continental breakfast, is available.
- Avalon Scenery has a dedicated cruise director and onboard lecturers, as well as nightly entertainment.
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