European
Houseboats/Canal Boats
Discover a New
World
A boating holiday is an altogether different
holiday experience. This must be everybody's dream at some point in their
life...
We invite you to make this dream come true the next time you take a holiday,
and cruise the canals and river of Europe, Experiencing different regions, ways
of life and landscapes, some modern, some full of legends...all at a relaxing
pace that you alone decide.
Discover a Gentle
Art of Living....
Touring by boat is a relaxing and serene way to
rediscover peace and calm with your family or friends. The ability to stop
wherever the fancy takes you, the shade of a copse of trees or the beckoning
attractions of a nearby village, a walk in the countryside, a visit to vineyard
or castle, or even to stock up on previsions at a local market.
Ease and
Freedom...
No driving licence is required. Even if
you've not been boating before, you'll be surprised how easy the boats are to
handle. A personal instruction lesson will be given aboard your cruiser, and
then you're on your way, as Captain of your own boat!
Freedom....... To
Do As You Please...
A water way holiday takes you to the true heart
of the country and an experience of a new world. Savour the atmosphere of each
region, discover it's history, enjoy chance encounters with the local people
and re-discover all the best things in life. Cruise in style at the helm of
your boat! "Relaxez Vous" Go where you want, when you want. A peaceful walk or
a keep-fit jog? A swim or a fishing expedition? Wine tasting or horse riding?
Sailing or sunbathing? Cycling or shopping? But most importantly to do exactly
as you like. The choice is yours!
An Eternal Source
of Wonder....
During your cruise, you
will discover history - a chateau, a cathedral, a monument or quite simply a
spectacular landscape. As you pass through, you will uncover the secrets of the
towns and villages of the old continent and of the new Europe - there is so
much to see and explore.
Enjoy the
Flavours of Authentic Cuisine
There is so much to taste whether it be the
wines or food. You are spoilt for choice especially as the French boast that
each village has it's own specialty, be it wine from Burgundy or a cassoulet
from Castelnaudary. There are so many new dishes to experience served up in the
many restaurants of the villages and towns that you pass. Follow your
nose...But don't forget, an informal meal on board takes some beating.
Relax ...and get
away from it all...
Picture yourselves on the deck of the boat,
tasting a local wine with the laughter of the children in the background as
they play on the towpath. Your friends have arrived back by bike from the
village, and invites you for a drink this evening - oh - and that's after the
barbecue.
Conviviality on
Board between Family or Friends
Your cruise is in a world apart. Take the time
to enjoy special moments with your family or friends. It is a wonderful
opportunity to relax and enjoy each others company. An unplanned picnic by the
edge of the water, an aperitif whilst moored up in a little village, meeting up
with other boaters - all add to the perfect memories whilst cruising on the
waterways.
Comfortable,
Well-Equipped Boats
Large or small, traditional or luxurious, all
boats are comprehensively equipped and offer a sense of well -being on board, a
real home from home. A large sitting-room, fully -equipped kitchen, cosy
bedrooms, hot water, heating, showers and toilets. All boats offer maximum
comfort during your holiday, and are maintained to our own impeccable
standards.
Locks: a chance
meeting!
Locks are are a great meeting place. Most are
manned by local lockkeeper which gives you a great opportunity to chat and hear
about some of the treasures of the region that you will uncover during your
holiday cruise. Other locks are automatic and open when you pass through. Some
are manual and these only add to the atmosphere of your boating holiday.
The Fleet:
A superb range of 37 different types of boat,
something to suit everyone. The more traditional
Canal Class
accommodates two to twelve people with all the
amenities you need for a comfortable relaxing holiday. The
Princess Class
offers boats with two steering positions, large upper sundeck area, and a
generous living accommodation. For those who appreciate a little more luxury we
offer our own Crown Class
boats, the latest additions to our fleet.
Choosing your boat is
easy.
All the different models are described on the following list
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