Avalon Waterways Christens Avalon Scenery

Avalon Waterways unveiled its third new ship in Europe in two years. The Avalon Scenery, the newest ship on French waters, accommodates 138 passengers. The Scenery boasts floor-to-ceiling windows on two decks, a "fun pool" on the sky deck, elevator and Club Lounge. The ship also showcases Avalon's signature 172-square-foot staterooms with standard amenities that include hotel-style beds with duvets, Egyptian cotton linens, flat-screen satellite televisions, mini-bars, safes, modern bathrooms and large wardrobes.

In 2008, the Avalon Scenery will sail exclusively on the new "Flavors of Burgundy & Provence" journey with 32 departure dates between April and November.

The new 11-day "Flavors of Burgundy & Provence" trip begins with a stay in Paris. From Paris, guests will drive south into Beaune, the unofficial capital of the Côte d'Or area, and continuing to Chalon-sur-Saône to board Avalon Scenery. After a port stop in Tournus, travelers will sail to Mâcon for a guided walking tour. From there, they will cruise down the Rhône to Lyon, France's second largest city and its gastronomic capital. Then, it's off to the twin cities of Tournon and Tain L'Hermitage, located among vineyards between the River Rhône and the granite slopes of the Hermitage. Avignon -- also called the "City of Popes" -- is the next stop. Then, the boat heads to Arles for more exploration, including venturing into the Roman Amphitheater. This journey ends with a stay in Nice and optional excursion to Monte Carlo in Monaco. The trip is priced from $2,059 cruise- and land-only.

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