Friday, June 28, 2013

Boomeranging in Carcassonne - Barging in France

Every Friday the Ville de Carcassonne sends us a newsletter to let us know what is happening in their region. I would love to attend this event tomorrow...


Boomerang démonstration initiation
Samedi 29 Juin de 13h30 à 18h - Hippodrome la Fajeolle

Tournoi et démonstration fun de boomerangs.
Initiation au lancer, atelier fabrication.
Tout public à partir de 8 ans.


It is a demonstration and initiation in boomerangs. How cool would that be!

Something else that is cool for this summer would be a barge trip along one of the many European waterways. Fancy barging the French canals? Besides France, we also have barges available in Ireland, Scotland, England, Italy, and also a Luxembourg/Germany cruise.  Ask about our special prices for 2013.


Other videos about barging cruises on a luxury crewed hotel barge...



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book your barging holiday
For more information on our barges and barging, visit our website : www.BargeCharters.com
 



Saturday, June 22, 2013

Hotel Barge Magna Carta: UPDATE: Hampton Court Flower Show Garden Cruise, July 2013

Updated: June 22, 2013

The English Hotel Barge Magna Carta which cruises the Royal River Thames between London (Hampton Court) and Henley-on-Thames, still has space available for their Hampton Court Flower Show Garden Cruise.

English Hotel Barge Magna Carta moored at Hampton Court - Barging Cruises in England

The six-night Hampton Court Flower Show Garden Cruise on Magna Carta will be departing on July 7, 2013. This cruise along the Royal River Thames will really appeal to the horticulturalists among you because, as well as a visit to the world-famous flower show, there will be tours of Kew Gardens with its glorious glasshouses, Savill Gardens in Windsor Great Park and the magnificent riverside estate and gardens of Cliveden.
There are currently TWO of the four cabins open...
  • Christopher Wren Suite
  • Shakespeare Suite
which would you like?
SPECIAL OFFER:
  • Magna Carta has a special offer EXPIRED for this week.
Hampton Court
Kew Gardens
Savill Garden
Cliveden Estate
Cliveden - Spring Cottage
The luxury, 8-passenger, all-inclusive, crewed English Hotel Barge MAGNA CARTA on the Royal River Thames brings you in touch with the very soul of England. The Magna Carta cruises from Hampton Court to Henley-on-Thames past Royal Palaces, quaint riverside towns and villages.  It is the perfect way to admire olde worlde England and the natural beauty of Surrey, Berkshire and Oxfordshire.



The all-inclusive, crewed, luxury, English Hotel Barge Magna Carta is approximately 120 feet in length and has two decks. The lower deck boasts four full-width luxurious staterooms each averaging 200 square feet with private ensuite bathrooms. The staterooms may be configured as Kings or Twins according to your preference. Magna Carta has exceptionally spacious contemporary en-suite facilities and sophisticated modern amenities, including air conditioning, TV, DVD player, Wi-Fi internet access, and underfloor heating in each of the four full-width suites.The upper deck comprises the main salon and dining areas with large picture windows and stylish furnishings. Outside you have the sundeck with comfortable seating and the spa pool/jacuzzi. There are eight bikes on board to take at your pleasure for rides along the tow paths.

The Magna Carta offers 6-night, all-inclusive private charters, as well as cabin cruises.

Check out our Regional Guide to learn more about the area where Magna Carta cruises.

Can't fit this week into your schedule but you still fancy a barge cruise on the Royal Thames? Pop us a line and let's see what we can do...  Contact Paradise Connections.



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book MAGNA CARTA
View Magna Carta's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com
 


Wednesday, June 19, 2013

French Hotel Barge ROI SOLEIL: 2014 rates

The luxury French hotel barge Roi Soleil has announced their rates for the 2014 barging season.



Private charter rates for 2014 in US Dollars

 MAIN SEASON 2014 

April 27 to July 19
Aug 24 to Oct 11
 VALUE SEASON 2014 

March 30 to April 26
July 20 to Aug 23
October 12 to 25
$37,500
5 or 6 guests
$35,600
5 or 6 guests
$36,100
up to 4 guests
$34,200
up to 4 guests


Private charter rates for 2014 in EUROS

 MAIN SEASON 2014 

April 27 to July 19
Aug 24 to Oct 11
 VALUE SEASON 2014 

March 30 to April 26
July 20 to Aug 23
October 12 to 25
27,600 EUR
5 or 6 guests
26,200 EUR
5 or 6 guests
26,600 EUR
up to 4 guests
25,200 EUR
up to 4 guests

2014 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Book your 2014 charter before September 30, 2013 and get 2013 rates.

French River Yacht / Hotel Barge ROI SOLEIL
Barging Cruises on the French Canals: Provence/Camargue and Canal du Midi Barge Trips


Roi Soleil is available for private, luxury, barge cruises in the South of France and accommodates up to six guests in three double cabins with private ensuite bathrooms. Guest cabins can be configured with either a Queen bed or two Twins at your request. Roi Soleil is fully air conditioned throughout and has a spa pool, demonstration kitchen, Bose sound system, DVD library, bicycles, even a fireplace!


Their season for 2014 begins on March 30 and their route is the Canal du Midi between Beziers and Carcassone. They plan to have a Provence cruise for the weeks of September 28 and October 5 between Beziers and Avignon. They will then return to their Canal du Midi route for their final two weeks of the season October 12 and October 19.

Currently, Roi Soleil still has a few prime weeks available in 2013 but we don't expect them to last long: August 25, September 1, 15, 29. Looks like we've booked Sept 15th!

Value weeks currently available for 2013: July 7, 14, 21; August 4, 11; October 13, 20.


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ROI SOLEIL 
View Roi Soleil's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com
 


Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Burgundy Walking Tour Barging Cruise with Barge La Belle Epoque

There are still cabins available for this highly popular barge cruise & guided walking tour aboard the French Hotel Barge LA BELLE EPOQUE in Burgundy, France.

Barging & Walking in Burgundy, France - A wonderful combination

UPDATE: The week of October 13-19 is probably closed as the last two cabins now have options on them. Still inquire because they could open up again if not booked. The week of October 20th would be very nice for a walking tour.


2013 DATES and AVAILABILITY:
  • September 20 - October 5: Not available, completely booked
  • October 13-19, 2013: Five cabins booked, Two cabins on option
    • $9500/cabin ($4750/person, double occupancy)
  • October 20-26, 2013: Three cabins booked, Four cabins open 
    • 2 Junior Suites: $9780/cabin ($4890/person, double occupancy)
    • 2 Staterooms: $9500/cabin ($4750/person, double occupancy)
With autumn colors transforming the countryside, this is the perfect time of year to explore Burgundy with its rolling landscape, quaint villages and ruined castles.

You can view the full itinerary for the Guided Walking Tour cruise on La Belle Epoque's brochure.


The difference with this theme cruise is that it is available for individuals or couples to book a cabin and join others on board. No need to charter the whole barge and no extra supplements to pay for the services of the professional walking guide.

If you are part of a couple and not as keen about walking as your "better half", pas de problème... There are other activities available if you wish, or you can just chill out on La Belle Epoque and watch the countryside glide by while listening to tunes on your iPod or reading a book in the jacuzzi!

The French Hotel Barge La Belle Epoque - Barging in France

La Belle Epoque has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind. This all-inclusive deluxe barge is 128 feet long, has two interior deck levels (fully air conditioned & heated), a crew of 5, and accommodates up to 13 guests in 7 cabins, each with private, ensuite bathrooms. The salon & dining room has beautiful wood panelling, with an always-open inclusive bar. The sundeck has steamer chairs, recliners, parasols, a large dining table, and a Jacuzzi spa pool. They have 12 touring bikes, plus a tandem! These, together with other luxury facilities, create a vessel perfect for a relaxing, luxurious cruise.

Burgundy is among the most popular hotel barging areas in Europe. It is renowned for its vineyards, Gothic churches, Renaissance châteaux and picturesque villages. This is a region of France in which gastronomic delights and the art of living have reigned supreme since Roman times.

Sounds good? Contact Paradise Connections and let's get started. As you can see, this is a very popular cruise and it books up quickly. Don't miss this opportunity!

Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book LA BELLE EPOQUE 
View La Belle Epoque's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com
 

Friday, June 07, 2013

Fete de la Musique 2013 France

There's still time to book your place for a barging cruise in France during the week of Fete de la Musique, 21 June 2013.



Friday, June 21st, is Fête de la Musique day in France, but the festivities normally start up a few days beforehand with free street concerts everywhere. One year we saw Joan Baez singing on a stage set up at the Place de la Concorde in Paris!

Many of the French hotel barges are fully booked for the week but luckily there are still a few openings (June 16-22, 2013), and some have last-minute discounts.
Availability: 3 cabins open
Route: Burgundy/Paris: Yonne & Seine from Villeneuve to Paris

Brochure: http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/savoir-faire/index.html
Availability: 1 cabin open
Route: Burgundy: Canal de Bourgogne between Tanlay and Venarey les Laumes
Brochure:  http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/belle-epoque/index.html
Availability: 1 cabin open
Route: Canal du Midi between Marseillan and Le Somail 
Brochure: http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/anjodi/index.html
Availability: Private charter with 3 cabins
Route: Canal du Midi between Le Somail and Carcassonne
Rate (includes 20% discount):
Brochure: http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/clair-de-lune/index.html
Availability: 1 cabin open
Route: Canal du Midi between Puicheric and Salleles d'Aude
Brochure: http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/enchante/index.html
  • ROSA - up to 8 guests
Availability: 1 cabin open
Route: Gascony: Garonne Canal between Montauban and Agen
Brochure:  http://www.bargecharters.com/barges/rosa/index.html




Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book your barging holiday
For more information on our barges and barging, visit our website : www.BargeCharters.com
 



Tuesday, June 04, 2013

Barge Roi Soleil : French Canal Cruises 2013 and 2014

The French Hotel Barge ROI SOLEIL, which cruises along the canal du midi and Provence in the south of France, still has value season weeks available for this summer (2013) and two weeks in October... INQUIRE!

French River Yacht / Hotel Barge ROI SOLEIL
Barging Cruises on the French Canals: Provence/Camargue & Canal du Midi Barge Trips

Roi Soleil is available for private, luxury, barge cruises in the South of France and accommodates up to six guests in three double cabins with private ensuite bathrooms. Guest cabins can be configured with either a Queen bed or two Twins at your request. Roi Soleil is fully air conditioned throughout and has a spa pool, Bose sound system, DVD library, bicycles, even a fireplace!
SPECIAL OFFER: 2013
  • July 7-13, 2013: This week has been booked.
SPECIAL OFFER: 2014
Roi Soleil is offering 2014 charters at 2013 season prices as an early bird promotion for charters booked by September 30, 2013.
  • Value Season: $34,900 for up to 6 guests, private charter
  • Regular Season: $36,900 for up to 6 guests, private charter
Season prices for 2014 will be announced at the end of June, so book before the end of this month!
You will find that the river yacht Roi Soleil maintains an excellent quality/price ratio and a very competitive price point in the ultra deluxe segment.


Kids enjoy barging, too!

Roi Soleil cruises the canal du midi between Béziers and Carcassonne for most of the barging season, then changes to their Provence route between Béziers and Avignon in the autumn. Inquire for dates.


Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book ROI SOLEIL 
View Roi Soleil's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com
 


Sunday, June 02, 2013

Hotel Barge Scottish Highlander : Visit Glen Ord Whisky Distillery

We have updated the crewed, luxury hotel barge Scottish Highlander's itinerary which has been slightly modified.

Scottish Highlander cruises the Caledonian Canal of Scotland between Muirtown (near Inverness) and Banavie. They now include a new excursion to the renowned Glen Ord whisky distillery.  No visit to Scotland would be complete without a visit to a whisky distillery and Glen Ord is the only remaining single malt distillery on the Black Isle, near Inverness.

Kegs at the Glen Ord Whisky Distillery, Scotland

The hotel barge Scottish Highlander has the atmosphere of a Scottish country house with subtle use of tartan furnishings and landscape paintings. At 117 feet, Scottish Highlander is spacious and has every comfort for year-round cruising. Scottish Highlander accommodates up to eight guests in staterooms that can either be configured for doubles or singles, each with ensuite bathrooms.

Hotel Barge Scottish Highlander Moored Below Urquhart Castle

The experienced crew of four, led by your captain, ensure attention to your every need. Cuisine is traditional Scottish fare, salmon, game, venison and seafood, prepared by your own master chef.

Scottish Highlander is available for private charter and cabin cruises.

Contact Paradise Connections for open dates and special offers for barge cruises in the Highlands of Scotland.



Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER 
View Scottish Highlander's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com