Thursday, February 13, 2020

February 2020 BARGING VACATIONS NEWSLETTER

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Special Offers / Discounts

We have some excellent discounts and special offers lined up. We hope you can take advantage of these special barging cruise dates.

Updated: March 1, 2020

Meet The Barge Chefs 2020

Each luxury hotel barge features a master chef with world-class training and a certain flare for creating mouth-watering taste sensations in particularly compact mobile kitchens. They play a huge role in your luxury barge cruising experience. Read More...

Discover the Canal de Bourgogne, Burgundy France

The Canal de Bourgogne in Burgundy with its beautiful scenery that features charming French houses and colorful greenery, is revered as one of the nicest canals to navigate in France. Read More...

What's to like about a barging vacation?

Part of the joys of a luxury hotel barge cruise is the journey itself and which barge to travel aboard. While each barge enjoys their own unique character and charm, there are many qualities that you can expect each and every time you travel. Read More...


Introducing La Bella Vita's New Solo Traveller Cruise

Calling all solo travellers! We’re delighted to announce La Bella Vita's new and exclusive “Solo Cruise” from Venice to Mantua Italy, departing Sunday, 11 October 2020. Read More...

Special Offer: No Single Supplement

If you are a solo traveller, or perhaps want to cruise with family or friends and would simply like a cabin to yourself, then our special "No Single Supplement" offer will certainly appeal. Two cruises in Burgundy and one in Italy. Read More...

Q&A: Barge Cruises for Solo Travellers

Are you a single traveller and considering a solo cruise? A barging voyage is ideal for you. Read on for answers to frequently asked questions for cruising solo. Read More...

Special offers updated for barge cruises

With up to 20% off private charters and cabin cruises, now's the time to secure a fantastic deal on an all-inclusive luxury barge cruise. Today we updated our Special Offers & Discount page for barge cruises so be sure to check it out.   Read More...

One Week left for Germany-Luxembourg cruise

For barge enthusiasts aboard La Nouvelle Etoile, this Germany-Luxembourg Moselle River cruise gives the opportunity to explore two of the region's most famous attractions: its castles and its wines.  Read More...

Experience the Tastes of Gascony Aboard Rosa

Gascony has some of the most delicious gastronomic traditions in France. Let the French Hotel Barge Rosa introduce you to the region’s food and wine in the most wonderful way.  Read More...

Anjodi's Special Provence & Camargue Cruises

Hotel barge ANJODI offers a unique Mediterranean cruise in the south of France which include visits to the historic cities of Avignon & Arles. This special Provence-Camargue itinerary between Avignon & Marseillan will take place in July and the opposite direction in October.  Read More...

IRELAND: Book Shannon Princess now for 2021

We have had several inquiries recently for the Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess but unfortunately they are sold out for the 2020 barging season. Book now for 2021. Read More...

French Hotel Barge Savoir Vivre - Special Offer, Burgundy

The French Hotel Barge SAVOIR VIVRE has a very special offer for the week of April 12 - 18, 2020. But hurry, there's only ONE cabin left at this low price. Read More...

Dining Delights Aboard La Belle Epoque

Chef Arnis from French Hotel Barge La Belle Epoque cruising the Burgundy of France, will entice you with his signature recipes for Balsamic Vinaigrette, Hot Goats Cheese Salad, and Beef Bourguignon. Read More...

Historical Guide to the Burgundy Canal, France

Planning a trip along the Canal de Bourgogne? Here’s a guide to the canal’s rich and complicated history which began in the 1600s. Read More...

English Hotel Barge Magna Carta Family Cruises

Magna Carta's collection of themed barge vacations includes an impressive family charter, taking kids on an interactive, educational and unforgettable adventure along Britain’s majestic River Thames. Read More...


Special Offer for Solo Travellers

La Bella Vita is waiving their single supplement fee on selected dates for solo travellers wishing to experience the stunning Italian canals of Venice to Mantua. Read More...

Holland 2020: Only one week left

Only one week available for a Dutch Tulip Cruise for 2020: March 29-April 4. Can be booked as a private barge charter or a cabin cruise. This is a lower-priced, value season week and there is a 20% discount for a private charter. Read More...

SIX OPERA CRUISES FOR 2020 - LA BELLA VITA

La Bella Vita's special Opera itinerary is for 7 nights and includes one hotel night in Verona before your cruise, a visit to the Arena Muse Opera, a wonderful museum, followed by dinner in the delightful courtyard restaurant, and a performance the week's opera at the Arena di Verona with premium seats. Read More...


Family Barge Cruises Aboard Hotel Barge Athos on the Canal du Midi

Barging isn’t just for grown-ups — it can be great family fun. Athos and her trusty crew make it all possible, no matter the differences in age or interests.  Read More...

NEW VIDEO: Hotel Barge Spirit of Scotland

Watch our new video of the Spirit of Scotland. This is an elegant hotel barge with extensive public areas inside and out that are perfect to admire the spectacular Scottish Highlands scenery in comfort as she sedately cruises the Caledonian Canal and the lochs of the Great Glen. Read More...





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