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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

On an Avalon Waterways cruise, you can customize your experience with a wide range of activities and excursions that are included in the upfront price. From hikes through French vineyards and painting classes in Amsterdam to guided tours of historic castles and medieval towns, you'll find appealing options that match your interests and preferred activity level.

Right now, our customers can save money on Avalon cruises with these special offers:

Save up to 50% on departures through 2027. Book by May 15.

Get free prepaid gratuities on select Active & Discovery cruises in 2026 and 2027.

New for the line this year is Avalon After Dark. This fun evening program offers cocktail service on the Sky Deck, dinner under the stars at the Sky Grill, live music and entertainment in the Panorama Lounge and special excursions during overnight port stays.

Avalon's Europe cruise fares include a river-view stateroom, onboard meals, Wi-Fi access, guided sightseeing, sparkling wine at breakfast and soft drinks, regional beer and wine at lunch and dinner. Complimentary beer, wine and spirits -- along with a featured cocktail of the day -- will be served during an onboard happy hour each night of the cruise.

The company's exclusive Avalon Choice program lets travelers pick from a variety of included excursions on every itinerary -- there are Classic, Active and Discovery options. Shore activities are carefully planned to support local businesses and communities while providing guests with unique, memorable experiences.

On "Classic" excursions, learn about history and culture during visits to museums, cathedrals, castles or archaeological sites with local experts.

"Active" excursions can involve pedaling along the cycling paths of the Wachau Valley, kayaking in Rouen or joining an urban hike through Lyon's secret passageways. Adventure Hosts on Europe departures can provide maps, bicycles and Nordic walking sticks to those who wish to explore on their own.

On "Discovery" excursions, you might enjoy a private musical performance or try a local recipe in a cooking class. Participate in interactive experiences in a variety of venues, from famous music halls and galleries to farmhouse kitchens.

Avalon's Active & Discovery itineraries provide a greater number of these two types of outings. You can bike or hike, join a cocktail-making class or compose your own waltz, for example.

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Here are this week's Top 10 Avalon River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Romantic Rhine, 8 days. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to 50%. Starting at $2,081. Departures from May 19, 2026 through October 12, 2027.

2) Paris to Normandy, 8 days. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,131. Departures from June 23, 2026 through November 2, 2027.

3) Danube Dreams, 8 days. Travels between Budapest and Deggendorf. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,181. Departures from May 19, 2026 through October 8, 2027.

4) Active & Discovery on the Danube, 8 days. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,231. Departures from June 13, 2026 through October 7, 2027.

5) The Legendary Danube, 8 days. Begins in Nuremberg and ends in Budapest. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,231. Departures from June 22, 2026 through November 22, 2027.

6) Bonjour Bordeaux, 8 days. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save up to 50%. Starting at $2,281. Departures from May 19, 2026 through November 3, 2026.

7) The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles, 8 days. Travels between Amsterdam and Remich. Save 49%. Starting at $2,281. Departures from June 24, 2026 through September 5, 2026.

8) Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro, 8 days. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,481. Departures from June 24, 2026 through December 8, 2027.

9) Burgundy & Provence, 8 days. Travels between Arles and Chalon-sur-Saone. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,531. Departures from May 19, 2026 through October 12, 2027.

10) Reflections on the Rhine, 10 days. Begins in Amsterdam and ends in Basel. Save up to 48%. Starting at $2,797. Departures from June 5, 2026 through August 30, 2027.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go