Avalon Creativity Review

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My first small ship experience and I can't wait to do another.

Review for Europe River Cruise on Avalon Creativity
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Jaxeeee
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

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Sail Date: Jul 2016

This was a chartered lesbian cruise by Olivia.com and we found all the facilities on the ship, the crew and the schedule was top notch. Our embarkation and disembarkation were seamless, the ship itself was an interesting part of the journey with tours of the wheel house and the galley. Our cabin was very suitable for all of our needs and had complimentary Ocetane luxury French toiletries (nice touch). Bed super-comfortable, we slept well throughout.

The sailing was at an easy pace passing plenty of French countryside and villages and at one point rounding a bend in the Seine to see a castle appear before us. There were I think 120 of us on the ship yet it always felt spacious with lots of opportunity for seclusion and romantic moments as well as areas where people congregated and shared in the wider company of fellow travellers.

The dining experience was advertised as 5 star and there was some discussion as to what 5 star actually means. Certainly the range and quality of food was extraordinary (and irresistible), the dining experience with paired wines was interesting and the service warm and friendly. Our only disappointment was that the vast range of French cuisine was not really represented in the main menu, this being a European menu rather than French, nevertheless, we were amply compensated by what was available.

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Cabin Stateroom with full length windows, no balcony

Really well designed and maintained cabin with enough space for comfort and practicality. All in tip top condition and serviced twice daily by cheerful and efficient crew. We had no disturbances whatsoever.

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