Avalon Waterways
Avalon Imagery II
- Cruises
- 78
- From
- $3,329
Ship comparison
Avalon Imagery II vs Avalon Visionary
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Visionary
- Cruises
- 40
- From
- $3,079
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Imagery II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2015. Avalon Visionary is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2011.
Choose Avalon Imagery II if you want a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Avalon Visionary for family friendly (4.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Avalon Visionary if you want better-rated staterooms: it outscores Avalon Imagery II for staterooms (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Imagery II | Avalon Visionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2015 (better) | 2011 |
| Gross tonnage | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 128 | 128 |
| Crew | 37 | 37 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 361 ft | 361 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | 9 mph | 9 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 78 | 40 |
| Upcoming sailings | 180 | 182 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–19 nights | 5–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,329 | $3,079 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Avalon Imagery II leads on 1 of the ten, Avalon Visionary on 1, with 8 level.
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- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Imagery II
The Imagery II continues all of Avalon's Suite Ship traditions. Passengers can choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall panoramic windows that transform the living space into a unique open-air balcony.
Highlights
- Large suites
- Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
- Sky Deck whirlpool
- Panorama bistro
Sailing now
78 cruises on sale, from $3,329.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Visionary
Sailing now
40 cruises on sale, from $3,079.
Questions
Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Visionary?
Which is bigger, Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Visionary?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Avalon Imagery II carries 128 passengers and Avalon Visionary carries 128.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Visionary?
Avalon Imagery II is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2015 against 2011 for Avalon Visionary.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 39.1 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.5 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Imagery II scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 4.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for Avalon Visionary.
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