We chose this cruise because we are not yet retired and wanted a shorter itinerary. We were aware that Avalon is known for excellent service and larger staterooms with wide open doors (similar to a balcony) and this cruise fit our schedule. The ship was beautiful and our room was amazing - large, well appointed, clean, new and very spacious. The view was spectacular. We were impressed to be met ...
We were looking for a cruise along the Rhine River that allowed us combine both land and river options and Avalon delivered. The ship, and its wonderful staff, pampered us every step of the way, from the day we boarded until they sent us on our way. No request was too big, or small, and their staff were always helpful and willing to assist, including sending our postcards, and arranging for taxi ...
Avalon was highly recommended by a friend of our son who, along with his wife, accompanied my wife and I on the cruise. This was our first cruise of this type and we were absolutely blown away. Everything was first class - the accommodations, the food and drinks, the professionalism shown by the crew. I don't think they could have done a better job. After dinner there was always plenty of time ...
We booked this cruise for the itinerary more than anything else. We’ve done river cruises before and was interested to learn how TUI, a river cruise newcomer would compare to the more established river cruise companies. The answer is “very well actually”.
The ship, the TUI Maya is not new, but was refurbished in, I think, 2020 and I can report, to a very high standard. The public rooms are well ...
We have been on river cruises before but never with TUI. We usually go for the itinerary rather than a specific company. We saw this itinerary on the Moselle and decided to book it not knowing what it would be like on a TUI river cruise ship.
I can say that the whole experience was very good indeed. TUI excelled themselves. There were a few extra touches that we’d never had on with any ...
We cruised with Avalon last year on the View on the Danube and were overwhelmed by the quality. This year our cruise on the Rhine on Imagery 2 was just as special. The rooms were luxurious with everything you needed including fresh water every day. They even supplied shampoo and conditioner. Such comfortable beds the only reason I got up was for the scrummy breakfasts and of course the great ...
The Cruise offered us access to particular countries / towns that we wished to visit. The Emerald Dawn offered the Cabin standard (Grand Balcony Suite) that appealed to us.
A bit of a rocky start. The transport to ship was impossible to locate (for us and others).
A broad range of excursions were offered. Recommend in particular the Skoda Tour ( of Slovakia in Communist times) and the ...
Most fabulous trip I've been on. The Rhine River through Germany and Amsterdam was always on my bucket list. Having Sister Hazel host and entertain an ALL FOR YOU cruise just sealed the deal. I couldn't have imagined it be any better than it was. Food, beverages, staff, entertainment, tours, rooms, beds...all OUTSTANDING. The quality of service provided went above and beyond my expectations. I ...
First river cruise following a ocean cruise. The river cruise wins hands down. The ship is well staffed, friendly and spotlessly clean.
We received a huge welcome on board and this continued on returning from day trips.
Our state room was perfect and met all our needs. Cleaned daily and nothing was a bother for the cleaning team.
The food- OMG- Beyond amazing. Presentation, taste, ...
Although we have taken several ocean cruises,the Nile and the Mekong this was our first European river cruise. We need a pre Xmas break and saw the TUI Rhine gems cruise which took in several places we had not visited previous. TUI is a package so flights,transfers,£120 worth of excursions were included and it was all inclusive.
Transfer from Frankfurt airport to the Maya was fine,a bit ...