Wider Openings for the Wide-Eyed

Main destination · About River or Ocean Cruises

Wider Openings for the Wide-Eyed

Main destination · About River or Ocean Cruises

The Open-Air BalconySM - designed with your views in mind.

For those who have always looked deeper, we redefined the window of opportunity with river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. A Panorama SuiteSM feature on the Suite Ships® of Avalon, these wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other in the industry, blurring the line between outside and in, forming a comfortable and spacious seating area for six, and creating an open invitation to discover and dream. Even if you're a seasoned traveler, you've never seen Europe like this.

Panorama Suite (Sweet) Facts

  • Open-Air Balcony: Unique, one-of-a-kind stateroom layout
  • Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows throughout on 2 upper decks
  • 11' Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with 7' wide opening
  • Comfort Collection BedsSM angled to face the view outside the window
  • Seating with a view for up to 6 adults
  • Each Panorama Suite is 200 square feet of interior space

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