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2021 River Cruise Review Paris & Normandy

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👫 Best for GroupOther · Summer · 10 nightsFrom ParisVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We had the best time ever there were hardly any tourists at any of the at the sites.

It was a fabulous trip I'm glad we did it even though we were concerned.

Take as many as you can right away exactly exactly that's really good advice.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book now for 2022/2023 itineraries due to pent-up demand and potential price increases.
Take advantage of the opportunity to travel while you can, as demonstrated by the pandemic.
Consider river cruising for a hassle-free, unpack-once experience with included excursions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

COVID-19 travel restrictions and QR code issuesFollow cruise line guidance; they advised to proceed despite level four travel advisory.
Low water levels affecting itineraryTrust the cruise line to handle disruptions; Avalon provided alternatives like bus transfers and free hotel nights.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to river cruise in Europe in 2021 with reduced tourist crowds?
QHow do COVID-19 protocols affect the river cruise experience?
QWhat are the benefits of cruising with Avalon Waterways?

Topics Covered

Cabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconBooking Process3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Normandy4 Happy Bacon
Top: Normandy beaches
Paris4 Happy Bacon
Top: Catacombs in Paris
Saint-Michel4 Happy Bacon
Top: Mont-Saint-Michel
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YouTube Video Description

2021 River Cruise Review, Paris & Normandy Judy Nickerson owner of Judys Luxury Travel and Cruise Holidays of Monument joins Ken to discuss her recent river cruise in France with Avalon Waterways. Judy reveals what it was like to cruise with just twenty two guests on board and forty two crew. "Surreal at times but we were treated like royalty." Find out what it was like to visit some of the most iconic sites in France as travel begins to resume and Covid -19 recedes. Judy shares her advice for traveling now and in the future plus her fondness for river cruising with a special nod Avalon Waterways. Judy extends an invitation to join the Solo Traveling Seniors of Colorado Springs. Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Judy: jnickerson@cruiseholidays.com Website: https://judysluxurytravel.com/ Meet Up Group: https://www.meetup.com/Solo-Traveling-Seniors-of-Colorado-Springs/ Video & Image Credits Avalon Video Clips and Ship Images courtesy of: Avalon Waterways Normandy Beach Photo courtesy of Mark Lawson on Unsplash Other Images courtesy of Judy's Luxury Travel RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk.