We chose Avalon Waterways on the recommendation of our Travel Agent. We also looked at many other Avalon reviews on line before making our decision. We were pleased that the ship was only a year old. The ship was in excellent condition and the staff kept everything spotless. The rooms were spacious and we loved the open ship side doors with a view on the water when we occupied our cabin. However, we spent very little time on board because we were thrilled with all the great excursions and also enjoyed leisure time in the lounge. The food was fantastic; each meal was presented with culinary expertise by a very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Service was superb not just in the dining rooms but all over the ship. The cleanliness throughout the ship was impressive. We loved all the excursions some more than others; the tour guides were knowledgeable and gave us a great overview of each place we toured.
The was beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean.