With U.S. operations in Littleton, Colorado and worldwide headquarters in Lugano, Switzerland, AvalonWaterways is part of the Globus family of brands. This small ship cruise line offers cruises in Europe, China, Egypt and the Galápagos Islands.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). The company became a member of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) in August 2009.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page).

Since its launch in 2004, AvalonWaterways has christened 10 new ships in Europe.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). In May 2011, the company will introduce the Avalon Panorama, the industry's first "Suite Ship."Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). With a focus on bringing the outdoor experience inside, 65 of the Panorama's staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that slide open to create a balcony-like exterior wall for broader views of Europe's passing landscapes.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page).

^[1]