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Avalon Illumination Cruise Review to River Cruises - Europe

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Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

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Overall rating:

4.6 out of 5

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11 Night Balkan Discovery With Transylvania (Budapest To Bucharest)

Sail date: July 23, 2019

Ship: Avalon Illumination

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 201

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

Very worthwhile and a different experience than trips from Amsterdam to Budapest. Bucharest is remarkable 30 years after its "revolution." Do not be surprised by the economic condition of Bulgaria but beautiful country-side.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Smooth and efficient

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Limited on board activities (fitness center is a misnomer). Some lectures and local entertainment were quite good

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Piano with electronic backtrack......OK for what it was

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Again, efficient and caring

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Ship and facilities in very good condition

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Cabin worked well for us

Ship tip

No need to sign up for optional tours unless there is something you really really want to do. Note that in Budapest private/non Avalon tours are available,particularly wine and country-side tours.

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