Avalon Waterways Active & Discovery
2 . AUTHENTICALLY EXPERIENCE YOUR DESTINATIONS
Paddleboarding in Tahiti
A wonderful side effect of traveling by small ship is that you experience the destination more like a local than a visitor . Small-group tours led by knowledgeable local experts allow for in-depth participation with plenty of opportunity to ask questions . Bespoke shore excursions and unhurried time in port means you ’ re not just visiting your destination — you ’ re living it for a day .
1 . ACCESS TO MORE REMOTE DESTINATIONS
With a smaller vessel , you ’ re able to dock at smaller ports allowing a more intimate onshore experience . You ’ re not just off the beaten path ; you ’ re charting your own adventure . Whether you ’ re island-hopping through the South Pacific or comparing serene beaches in the Caribbean , small-ship itineraries offer a wide range of prospective destinations .
Experience It : Paul Gauguin cruise ships were tailor-made for the tropical shores of French Polynesia . This far corner of the Earth feels like an entirely different planet , even for those wellversed in the world ’ s most idyllic beaches . Spending seven to 14 nights bouncing between the likes of Tahiti and Bora Bora , or Fiji and Tonga , makes for a life-changing escape from the everyday .
Experience It : Avalon Waterways ’ Active & Discovery cruises allow passengers to really dive into the locale . With multiple excursion types offering an option for every interest and fitness level , you can discover a port at your own pace . Excursions are always led by a local guide who knows their corner of the world from deep , personal experience , infusing your adventures with a degree of authenticity .
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