Storyteller Series

Candace Bushnell, international bestselling author of the Sex in the City anthology

“One of the great pleasures of life is the setting, and what better backdrop to enjoy art, history, food and camaraderie than a river cruise on the Seine, a magical waterway that’s mesmerized and inspired since medieval times. This Avalon Active and Discovery Cruise will allow you to flow between the centuries without leaving the comforts of the present. Can’t wait to take this journey with you."

- Candace Bushnell

Gillian Flynn, international bestselling author of Gone Girl

"I grew up alongside a river in the middle of America and have always been mesmerized by not just their beauty but their symbolism: of movement, change and possibility. So I'm truly thrilled to be spending time on the Avalon Waterways' Active & Discovery cruise on the Danube River, in a part of the world I've not yet explored, learning and enjoying each day with true fellow travelers."

Cheryl Strayed, international bestselling author of Wild

“Travel has long been a source of inspiration and rejuvenation for me and I cannot imagine a better place to seek (and find) both of those things than on the legendary Danube River. I could not be more excited to sail from Budapest to Deggendorf on the Avalon Active & Discovery cruise and I’m especially thrilled to be doing it with group of like-minded travelers. Together we’ll explore, connect, relax, and revel in the wild beauty that every adventure brings.”

Christopher Moore, international bestselling comic fantasy novelist

"Nothing fires the imagination like travel; and traveling on a river cruise allows you to enjoy art, culture, and history, with an ease that frees the imagination to fly to the greatest heights of invention. I can't wait to share the joy of discovery with fellow travelers."

Edwin McCain, Billboard-topping singer-songwriter

"As a history lover I am very excited to be a part of this once in a lifetime experience.   My favorite shows I play are the most intimate ones.  This cruise is going to provide such a great setting.  Really looking forward to sharing an incredible trip with you all".

Diana Gabaldon, international bestselling author of the Outlander novels

Diana Gabaldon is the author of the award-winning, No. 1New York Times bestselling OUTLANDER novels and is described by Salon magazine as “the smartest historical sci-fi adventure-romance story ever written by a science Ph.D. with a background in scripting ’Scrooge McDuck‘ comics.” In 2014, STARZ created a popular television series (also called “OUTLANDER”) based on Ms. Gabaldon’s books.

Sister Hazel, Award winning band

“We don’t get a lot of firsts this far into our career.  Playing our music to our fans on a Rhine River Cruise is an experience none of us would have imagined.  We’re grateful for the opportunity and excited for the experience!” 

- Jett Beres from Sister Hazel