We are delighted that the fabulous hotel barge Elegance will be offering a new cruise route for the 2026 season.Fly into Toulouse to join this barge as she journeys from Toulouse to Agen on the historic Canal de la Garonne in the South of France.The Aquitaine is a stunning region, with a great climate and…
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News, reviews and information about hotel barge cruises on the European waterways.
Why September 2026 is different
The month of September is the best-kept secret for hotel barge cruising in France.If you’re searching for the perfect time to set sail, let me share why this month stands out and why you’ll want to act fast for 2026. September is special Few crowds: Enjoy serene canals and peaceful villages, far from the summer…
Too hot to handle!
The current heatwave in Europe is dominating the media, but we have even hotter news!This week, we have a range of offers with savings of up to 30% on self-drive boats and up to 25% on hotel barge cruises for this season.To beat the heat, why not hire an air-conditioned self-drive boat… Or step aboard…
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Our first clients of the season had a fabulous cruise aboard the Savoir Vivre.This 8-passenger barge on the Burgundy Canal has been wooing our clients for many years and remains one of our firm favourites. Having taken a trip aboard a few years ago, I can guarantee a good time aboard, but what do our…