Reader's Digest
Reader's Digest has been an iconic family magazine for over 100 years (and almost 80 in Australia). When their readers give you their support, you know you're doing something right.
- Reader's Digest Quality Service Award - 2024
We’re humbled by the kudos we receive each year from savvy travel enthusiasts, esteemed publications, and cruise experts who recognize us with inspiring praise year after year.
Wave Reviews!
As part of the Globus family of brands, Avalon Waterways is honored to be consistently named No. 1 and Best in Class by the industry’s most trusted authorities and travel lovers. But it's the miles of smiles on the faces of our guests that bring the best rewards—from the first throw of the bowlines to the last drop of the anchor. That’s Cruising Elevated!
- Readers' Choice Best Luxury River Cruise Line Winner - 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019
- Cruisers’ Choice Award Top European River Cruise Ship Line
- Cruisers’ Choice Award Top 10 River Cruise Ships
- Cruisers’ Choice Award Best Cabins
- Editors’ Pick Best Cabins in River Cruising
- Editors’ Pick Best Shore Excursions
- Editors’ Pick Best River Cruises for Solo Travelers
- Top 10 Best River Cruise Lines
- No. 1 Best River Cruise Line
- No. 1 Best River Cruise Ship
- Top 10 Best Group Tour Company
- Top 5 World’s Best Readers’ Survey River Cruises
- Top 10 World’s Best Readers’ Survey River Cruises
- Top 10 Small-Ship Cruise Line
- Top River Cruising for Families
Cruise Passenger
We pride ourselves on ensuring the finest details - from dining through to décor - as well as our renowned relaxed luxury - and we're so thrilled cruisers are noticing!
Cruise Critic
Cruise Critic serves the largest cruise community in the world with an audience of over six million travel enthusiasts. From its annual Editors’ Pick, Best in Class, and Cruisers’ Choice awards, Cruise Critic consistently recognises Avalon's elevated cruise experiences—14 years and counting!
Condé Nast Traveler
As part of the global media company reaching millions of enthusiast readers, Condé Nast Traveler has earned 25 North American Magazine Awards as a trusted and authoritative source for those seeking travel excellence. The revered luxury lifestyle magazine has recognised Avalon Waterways for excellence as well!
USA Today Readers’ Choice
Each year, USA Today invites its readers to vote on their best travel experiences. Being recognized by travellers is a true honour, as we consider our guests to be the best judge of the excellence we strive for on every Globus tour and Avalon cruise.
Travel + Leisure World’s Best
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards are considered the travel industry’s most trusted rankings thanks to hundreds of thousands of votes cast by insightful readers with shout-outs to their best recent travel experiences.
In Good Company
The Globus family of brands is a proud member of the following associations.