Sarah Bretz, ContributorAvalon Waterways has announced that its Suite Ships will be getting a refresh, designed to enhance the style, comfort, and connectivity of river cruising. They’ll be renovated with new interiors, upgraded outdoor spaces, better internet connectivity, and more.
The top-to-bottom renovations will be taking place over the next two years on every Suite Ship in Europe except Avalon Alegria, Avalon View, and Avalon Envision. These three ships won’t be receiving the enhancements because they were already built in the enhanced style.
The refresh includes:
- Fresh décor in every public space, from flooring to furniture
- A second Starlink antenna for better high-speed internet
- A chic new look, and furniture, for the Sky Deck
- Enhanced comfort in the Observation Lounge
- Upgraded fitness rooms featuring Kinesis weight machines and an expanded selection of free weights
- 15 new bikes and four new e-bikes per ship
The renovations will be completed in phases. Last. year, Avalon Passion, Imagery II, Poetry II, Panorama, and Vista debuted the new updated design. This year, Avalon Artistry II, Impression, Illumination, Tapestry II, and Tranquility II are on the docket. In 2026, the refresh will conclude with renovations on Avalon Expression and Avalon Visionary.
“At Avalon, we believe the perfectly designed river cruise starts with a perfectly designed ship, inviting guests to explore the world in comfort and style” said Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways. “With our fleet-wide refresh, we’re elevating details – from drapes on the widest-opening windows in river cruising and décor of our Panorama Lounges to fit-for-purpose fitness centers and fleet of new bikes – ensuring that our Suite Ships continue to set the standard for effortless, along the world’s waterways.”
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