Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess Availability Update

Availability Update...

February 14: Updated calendar... There has been a few changes but hopefully one of the open weeks for Shannon Princes will work for you.

January 30: Another update. A few more cabin bookings and one private charter. That leaves only TWO weeks open for a private charter: May 15-21 and September 25 - October 1.

January 28: Looking at Irish Hotel Barge SHANNON PRINCESS this morning, we noticed that 3 weeks of their calendar is no longer available. See current availability below.

January 14: This morning we received an email from Ruari and Olivia with current availability for their Irish Hotel Barge, Shannon Princess. They are pretty well booked for the 2016 barging season but there are still a few openings available (see below).

Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess

Visit the Emerald Isle aboard the owner-operated hotel barge, ShannonPrincess II, cruising the River Shannon between Athlone and Killaloe. Explore the lovely Irish countryside... not only the rich wildlife and spectacular scenery, but their myths and legends as well. Pass by ancient monasteries, prehistoric cities, forts and Celtic vilages, while floating along the tranquil Shannon river.

Shannon Princess accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 cabins which can be configured as either doubles or twins, as you prefer. Throughout the barge, you will find antiquities, crafts, and art with many works by Irish and local artists.

Shannon Princess is available for private charters and individual cabin booking for shared charter weeks.

View our online brochure for the Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess which includes their various themed itineraries such as their golfing cruise. Then contact Paradise Connections to start planning your barging vacation.

Owner-Operated, Ruairi & Olivia

On board, Ruairi is Barge skipper and enthusiastic tour guide with an unsurpassed knowledge of the river and its loughs. Olivia is master chef and serves up exquisite cuisine throughout the day that never fails to elicit gasps of delight from guests. Together they lead a professional crew providing excellent and friendly service.

Current 2016 availability as of February 14, 2016:

• May 15-21: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• June 19-25: 3 cabins open, 2 booked
• July 17-23: 1 cabin open, 4 booked
• August 7-13: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• August 14-20: 2 cabins open, 3 booked
• August 21-27 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• Aug 28-Sept 3: 2 cabins open, 3 booked

Shannon Princess is booking up fast this season. If you want to do an Irish barge trip this year, please book ASAP to avoid any disappointment.

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Don't wait any longer... Go barging in Ireland !

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SHANNON PRINCESS 
View Shannon Princess's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com

 

French Hotel Barge Clair de Lune : New Route Summer 2016

We'd like to remind you that the French Hotel Barge CLAIR DE LUNE will be cruising a new route on the Canal du Midi this summer and they have a SPECIAL OFFER...

French Hotel Barge Clair de Lune - Barge Charters in the south of France on the Canal du Midi

NEW ROUTE

THE FRENCH HOTEL BARGE CLAIR DE LUNE typically cruises the Canal du Midi between the little village of Le Somail and the old fortified city of Carcassonne. BUT this summer between July 17 and September 24, 2016, they will be altering their route with a new itinerary between Trebes and Naurouze, thus allowing another voyage of exploration along this historic canal.

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During this summer period, guests on board Clair de Lune will enjoy an extra insight into the 330-year old Canal du Midi and the Languedoc-Roussillon region. She will cruise a route further west between Trebes and Naurouze on a gentle voyage through delightful countryside past canal-side villages and under the pretty, arched bridges that make this waterway so special.

Along the way, there will be excursions to some of the most interesting places the region has to offer, such as Castelnaudary, home of the classic French dish, cassoulet. Clair de Lune will also traverse the impressive Fresquel aqueduct en route to her final destination of Nuarouze, the canal’s highest point. And to quench the thirst during this relaxing summer cruise, there will be even be a private tasting at a winery producing the region’s distinctive sparkling wine, Limoux. (See sample summer 2016 itinerary HERE).

This is a fabulous cruise for wine, food, and history lovers alike.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Book before February 15, 2016 and receive a $6000 discount off the full-boat, private charter price for July and August 2016 cruises. This is still advantageous even if you are a group of four, for example.

COMPARE STANDARD PRICES FOR SUMMER 2016

WITH DISCOUNTED RATE

	VALUE SEASON July 24-Aug 27	REGULAR SEASON July 3-23, Aug 28-Sept 3
Private Charter 6 guests	$29,000 (-$6000=$23,000)	$32,500 (-$6000=$26,500)
Private Charter 5 Guests	$27,800 (special=$23,000)	$31,100 (special=$26,500)
Private Charter 4 guests	$26,600 (special=$23,000)	$29,700 (special=$26,500)

French Hotel Barge Clair de Lune - Barging Cruises on the Canal du Midi, France

The French Hotel Barge Clair de Lune offers all-inclusive, crewed barging cruise vacations for up to six guests for private full-boat charters or by individual cabins aboard a cabin cruise week. Enjoy her three stylish cabin suites, sun-deck with spa pool and, of course, bicycles for exploring the towpath, countryside, and nearby villages.

Clair de Lune's standard itinerary (cruises the Canal du Midi between the charming village of Le Somail and the fortified city of Carcassonne, where you will discover some of the most beautiful scenery in the south of France along the way.  During your voyage along the tree-lined Canal du Midi you will visit historical sites such as the spectacular Cathar town of Minerve, the elegant city of Narbonne, and enjoy wine tastings at renowned local domaines.



You can find lots of information about Clair de Lune in our online brochure such as sample itineraries, rates, crew, cuisine & wine aboard including sample mentus, and details about the barge's layout, accommodations and amenities. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or if you want to book!

Let's Go Barging In 2016 !

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book CLAIR DE LUNE 
View Clair de Lune online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com

 

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French Hotel Barge Emma : Special Offers Canal du Midi

THE FRENCH HOTEL BARGE EMMA is offering 20% off selected weeks of 2016.

French Hotel Barge Emma - Canal du Midi, France

Emma, a six-passenger French hotel barge that cruises along the Canal du Midi in the south of France, is offering a 20% discount across the board for both private charters and individual cabin weeks.

SPECIAL OFFER: 

20% off standard rates for the following weeks in 2016. Current availability shows three cabins open for either private charter or "by the cabin" cruises on the dates specified below:

• April 30 - May 6
• May 7-13
• May 28 - June 3
• June 4-10
• June 11-17
• June 18-24
• June 25 - July 1

STANDARD PRICES FOR 2016

	SIX NIGHTS	FIVE NIGHTS
Private Charter up to 4 guests	$25,000 (-20%=$20,000)	$22,000 (-20%=$17,600)
Private Charter 5 Guests	$27,000 (-20%=$21,600)	$23,000 (-20%=$18,400)
Private Charter 6 guests	$30,000 (-20%=$24,000)	$25,000 (-20%=$20,000)
Individual Cabin Week per person, double occupancy	$5500 (-20%=$4400)	$5000 (-20%=$4000)

FRENCH BARGE EMMA

The French Hotel Barge EMMA is owned and operated by Liz and René Jacquot and are assisted by two additional crew members, Amanda and Joanne. They cruise along the Canal du Midi in the south of France between Beziers & Carcassonne and Carcassonne & Toulouse. They also have a Beziers to Aigues-Mortes itinerary available upon request.

EMMA is fully air conditioned and also has central heating, if needed. There are three guest cabins; one has a queen bed, while the other two can be configured as either queens or twins. Beautiful handmade Irish quilts from Oonagh Morisson add that extra touch of luxury. Each guest cabin has its own private, ensuite bathroom with sink, toilet and a normal sized shower with sliding doors. The interior is bright and spacious with beautiful arched double glazed windows which give you a good view of the outside countryside while cruising. The French oak furniture has been hand made by a master craftsman and the whole effect is warm and inviting.

EMMA has a spacious upper deck (385 square feet) with tables, chairs, and loungers. Shade from the sun, too, if you want it. This is a marvelous vantage point to see the wonderful countryside and a great place to enjoy cocktails before dinner. Later on, view the stars and set the world to right. And, of course, EMMA has bicycles and a minivan to chauffeur you to various excursions.

Remember that EMMA can tailor your charter to your interests... wine tastings & vineyard visits, cooking, golf, tennis, walking tours, cycling tours, or just time out to relax and enjoy a side of France that most travellers don't experience.

Emma is available for private charters and individual cabin bookings for shared charter weeks. They also offer 5-night charters if that works better for your vacation plans and budget.

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Take a break in the south of France! Shall we pencil you in?

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

 

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Barging In Ireland: 2016 Openings For Shannon Princess

This morning we received an email from Ruari and Olivia with current availability for their Irish Hotel Barge, Shannon Princess. They are pretty well booked for the 2016 barging season but there are still a few openings available (see below).

Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess

Visit the Emerald Isle aboard the owner-operated hotel barge, ShannonPrincess II, cruising the River Shannon between Athlone and Killaloe. Explore the lovely Irish countryside... not only the rich wildlife and spectacular scenery, but their myths and legends as well. Pass by ancient monasteries, prehistoric cities, forts and Celtic vilages, while floating along the tranquil Shannon river.

Shannon Princess accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 cabins which can be configured as either doubles or twins, as you prefer. Throughout the barge, you will find antiquities, crafts, and art with many works by Irish and local artists.

Shannon Princess is available for private charters and individual cabin booking for shared charter weeks.

View our online brochure for the Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess which includes their various themed itineraries such as their golfing cruise. Then contact Paradise Connections to start planning your barging vacation.

Owner-Operated, Ruairi & Olivia

On board, Ruairi is Barge skipper and enthusiastic tour guide with an unsurpassed knowledge of the river and its loughs. Olivia is master chef and serves up exquisite cuisine throughout the day that never fails to elicit gasps of delight from guests. Together they lead a professional crew providing excellent and friendly service.

Current 2016 availability as of January 14th:

• June 19-25: 3 cabins open, 2 booked
• July 17-23: 1 cabin open, 4 booked
• August 7-13: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• August 14-20: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• August 21-27: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• Aug 28-Sept 3: 2 cabins open, 3 booked
• September 4-10: 1 cabin open, 4 booked
• Sept 25-Oct 1: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise
• October 2-8: 5 cabins open for private charter or cabin cruise

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Don't wait any longer... Go barging in Ireland !

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book SHANNON PRINCESS 
View Shannon Princess's online brochure
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com

 

Updated Special Offers / Discounts for Barge Cruises 2016

We have updated the special offers and discounted rates for 2016 barge cruises. 

Check it out: HERE.

French Hotel Barge Anjodi - Canal du Midi, France

Let's Go Barging !

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Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters to book your barge trip
Visit our website for more info on our barges and barging: www.BargeCharters.com

 

It's not how far nor how fast, it's the pleasure of the journey that keeps people coming back for more.

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