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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 churches, you'll find enticing options that match your interests and preferred activity level.

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

Save 50% on the cruise portion of many 2025 trips. Book by January 24.

Or, save up to $6,000 per couple on other sailings in 2025 and 2026.

In addition, receive free prepaid gratuities on select Active & Discovery cruises through 2026.

Avalon will debut new river cruises in Bordeaux this spring. Sail the enchanting Dordogne and Garonne rivers and discover picturesque villages, impressive chateaux and delightful wineries in southwest France. Some cruises also include time on the Seine, Saone, Rhone and Rhine rivers.

Avalon's Europe cruise fares include a river-view stateroom, onboard meals, Wi-Fi access, guided sightseeing, sparkling wine at breakfast plus 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.

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 Budapest, 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 renowned 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 workshop or compose your own waltz, for example.

Avalon has rolled out new sustainability initiatives, too, with a special focus on waste reduction and recycling programs. Shore activities are carefully planned to support local businesses and communities while providing guests with unique, memorable vacations.

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

1 Danube Dreams, 8 days. Travels between Vilshofen and Budapest. Save 50%. Starting at $1,810. Departures from April 1, 2025 through August 8, 2025.

3) Tulip Time Cruise, 8 days. Begins and ends in Amsterdam. Save 50%. Starting at $1,810. Departures from March 29, 2025 through April 15, 2025.

2) Active & Discovery on the Danube, 8 days. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save 50%. Starting at $2,110. Departures from May 27, 2025 through August 23, 2025.

4) Bonjour Bordeaux, 8 days. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save 50%. Starting at $2,160. Departures from March 25, 2025 through August 19, 2025.

5) Burgundy & Provence, 8 days. Begins in Arles and ends in Chalon-sur-Saone. Save 50%. Starting at $2,260. Departs April 15, 2025 and August 5, 2025.

6) Active & Discovery on the Rhone, 8 days. Travels between Lyon and Arles. Save 50%. Starting at $2,360. Departures from April 29, 2025 and July 29, 2025.

7) Romantic Rhine, 8 days. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to $3,000 per couple. Starting at $2,459. Departures from March 30, 2025 through December 15, 2026.

8) Illuminations on the Danube, 10 days. Begins in Vilshofen and ends in Budapest. Save 50%. Starting at $2,570. Departures from April 18, 2025 through August 12, 2025.

9) Mekong Discovery, 8 days. Travels between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City. Save 50%. Starting at $2,660. Departures from April 10, 2025 through October 2, 2025.

10) The Rhine & Moselle, 11 days. Travels between Basel and Amsterdam. Save 50%. Starting at $2,900. Departures from May 4, 2025 through August 14, 2025.

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