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Personally hosted by Larry & Cathy Gelwix. Larry, the CEO of Columbus Travel®, is the “Getaway Guru” and host of the syndicated radio “Travel Show”. I’m excited to show you the best of Europe and her Christmas Markets on this Danube River cruise.* ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS OF EUROPE Dec. 6 - Nuremberg, Germany: Embarkation. Board your luxurious river cruise ship, the Avalon View. The ship will moor overnight in Nuremberg. This week we visit the famous Christkindlesmarkt (Christmas Markets) along the Danube River with castles along the way. It is everything you picture Christmas in Eu- rope would be with music, food, holiday traditions, fun times together and an experience never to be forgotten. Dec. 7 - Nuremberg, Germany: Christkindlesmarkt is a Christmas market that is held annually in Nuremberg, Germany. The most famous of all Europe’s Christmas Markets is at Nuremberg. It takes place during Advent in the Hauptmarkt, the central square in Nuremberg’s old town, and in adjoining squares and streets. The tradition of Christkindlesmarket, gingerbread, and bratwurst made this Bavarian city famous. The Christmas Market is located in scenic “Old Town” with music, entertainment, food, mulled wine, and shopping everything Christmas. Dec. 8 - Regensberg, Germany: Enjoy “Christmas Magic” in Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle city. In addition to Regensburg’s unique Christmas Market you have an opportunity to visit Altes Rathaus in Old Town and Porta Pretoria, the entrance to the Castra Regina fortress built in 179 AD. Regensberg is known for its well-preserved medieval core. The 12th-century Stone Bridge, a 1,000 foot-icon with 16 arches, crosses the river to the Old Town. The 13th-century Regensburg Cathedral, a twin-spired Gothic landmark, is home to the Regensburger Domspatzen choir. Dec. 9 - Passau, Germany: Passau, a German city on the Austrian border, lies at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. Known as the Three Rivers City, it's overlooked by the Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress housing a city museum and observation tower. The old town below is known for its baroque architecture, including St. Stephen's Cathedral, featuring dis- tinctive onion-domed towers and an organ with 17,974 pipes. At Christmas time, the Old Town is festively decorated - especially the Cathedral Square, the home of the Christmas Market located in front of the St. Stephan Cathedral in the Old Town center of Passau. Holiday stalls show and sell special Christmas goods, presents, arts and crafts, and Christmas specialties like Lebkuchen, gin- gerbread, Glühwein and others are offered to the visitors. Every day offers dif- ferent concerts of music groups and choirs. Artists and craftsmen of Passau will present and exhibit their handicrafts at the Christmas Market. An optional tour to Salzburg, Austria is available to see the setting of “The Sound of Music” and learn the story behind the beloved Christmas hymn, “Silent Night.” Dec. 10 - Melk, Austria: Melk is an Austrian town on the River Danube, west of Vienna. It’s known for the 11th-century Melk Abbey, a vast monastery built high above the town. Gold statuary adorns its domed Abbey Church, and the huge library houses medieval manuscripts. The Marmorsaal is a baroque hall with a ceiling fresco and red marble walls. Visit the splendid Wachau Valley. Tonight, an optional tour to a Royal Waltz concert is available. Overnight docking in Vienna. Dec. 11 - Vienna, Austria: Vienna, Austria’s capital, lies in the country’s east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mo- zart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, in- cluding Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence. In the MuseumsQuartier dis- trict, historic and contemporary buildings display work by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists. The Old Viennese Christmas Market on Freyung in the city center is committed to tradition. A Christmas market was held here as early as 1772; today, it is a place to buy handicrafts, glass decorations, traditional mangers and ceramics. Festive Advent music can be heard on the square. There’s not just one Christmas Market in Vi- enna, but 10 major markets and numerous smaller Christmas Markets dot the city. And don’t miss Wiener Schnitzel for dinner, Vienna’s most popular culinary dish with apfelstrudel (apple strudel) for dessert. Overnight in Vienna aboard our ship. Dec. 12 - Vienna, Austria: Disembark this morning. Transfer to the Vienna Airport for your return flights home or extend your stay in Europe. Cruise Tours & Excursions are Included. On our cruise you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions and tours. A large variety of activities are included so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder. Tours and excursions are subject to change. The Avalon View – top rated European River Cruise As the newest addition to our fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon View certainly lives up to its name! With the youngest fleet of ships offering the widest views on Europe's waterways, The View continues our outstanding commit- ment to relaxed luxury. Passengers can choose from two full decks of award- winning Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling pano- ramic windows that transform your living space into a unique Open-Air Bal- cony. The 200-square-foot Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, with Avalon's signature window-facing "Beds with a View." Onboard amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi access, a state-of- the-art Fitness Center, an Adventure Center for bikes and active gear, and an Avalon Adventure Host to assist with active excursions and activities. Enjoy exceptional onboard cuisine, including Avalon Fresh menu options, premium coffee and spirits, and versatile FlexDining venues, including the casual Panorama Bistro, al fresco Sky Grill, or elegant glass-walled Dining Room. Library books, cards, and board games are favorites in the Club Lounge, and our Observation Lounge affords the perfect vantage point to watch the world go by. The expansive Sky Deck beckons with a whirlpool, premium lounge chairs, shade system, and deck games-against a backdrop of Europe's most spectacular views! What is Included: Luxury outside staterooms Tours and excursions included Exciting Danube River cities, towns, & villages Award winning dining with regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients Unlimited soft drinks, fine wine and beer with lunch and dinner Daily entertainment including cultural performances Internet, movies, music library, and English language TV stations in your stateroom ● Bicycles, fitness, and wellness activities ● Complimentary Wi-Fi and USB ports in your stateroom Special Columbus Travel® activities onboard and in port Hosted and escorted by Larry & Cathy Gelwix What is Not Included: Optional excursions & activities Gratuities at your discretion Travel protection coverage Airfare & transfers Optional pre- and post- cruise visit: Pre- and post-cruise packages are available throughout Europe. Contact your Columbus Travel® agent for details. USA stopovers are also available. Reservations & Information: Cruise Deposit: $250 per person (non-refundable) Final Payment Due: September 1, 2021 * Larry Gelwix is planning on hosting this cruise. If the group does not meet minimum number of group passen- gers there is a possibility per the cruise line restrictions that Larry will not be able to host the cruise. Cancellation & Refund: In case of cancellation the following cancellation amounts apply. All cancellations must be in writing & received by Columbus Travel®. This cruise is included in Avalon Waterways Peace of Mind Policy that allows all nonrefundable money paid to be moved to a 2022 departure date up to final payment. After final payment date all payments are non-refundable. Oth- erwise, the following penalties apply. Cruise/Land (incl pre & post nights) Airfare Dates Prior to Cruise Departure Amount Per Person Amount Deposit Non-refundable Cancellation penalty varies as per airline policy. Most air- 180-90 days $250 fares are non-refundable after purchase. 89-60 days 35% of total price 59-30 days 50% of total price 29-1 day(s) 80% of total price On day of departure or later, no show 100% of total price International Airline Tickets: Your Columbus Travel® agent is pleased to assist you with the purchase of your international airline ticket in conjunction with this cruise. If you prefer to arrange your own international air transportation, please contact Colum- bus Travel® prior to making arrangements for important information regarding arrival and departure dates and times. Please forward your complete air itinerary to Columbus Travel®. TRAVEL PROTECTION: For your convenience Columbus Travel® offers travel protection plans through Travelex Insurance Ser- vices to help protect you and your trip investment against the unexpected.