French Hotel Barge CLAIR DE LUNE : 2012 Rates - Canal du Midi, France

The French Hotel Barge CLAIR DE LUNE has sent us their 2012 rates. Clair de Lune is available for barging charters for up to 6 guests and cruises the canal du midi in the south of France.

 French Hotel Barge Clair de Lune

Clair de Lune's standard excursions can, if you wish, be modified and personalized according to your interests, and visits to domains and wine tastings can be organized around the cruise. Wellness cruises are also offered.

UPDATE: March 1, 2012: Clair de Lune is now offering Half-Board  cruises (same except lunch not included) for 10% off normal rates.

2012 RATES

CLASSIC CRUISE

# Guests	| Season	| 6 nights	| 5 nights	| 4 nights	| 3 nights
* 2 guests	| Value	| $17,370	| $15,576	| $13,200	| $10,890
	| Regular	| $19,740	| $17,700	| $15,000	| $12,375
* 4 guests	| Value	| $19,140	| $16,720	| $14,432	| $12,056
	| Regular	| $21,750	| $19,000	| $16,400	| $13,700
* 6 guests	| Value	| $22,000	| $19,800	| $16,720	| $13,200
	| Regular	| $25,000	| $22,500	| $19,000	| $15,000

Value Season: March 31-May 18 / July 7-Aug 31 / Oct 26-Nov 9, 2012

Regular Season: May 19-July 6 / September 1-October 5, 2012

2012 RATES

WELLNESS CRUISE

# Guests	| Season	| 6 nights	| 5 nights	| 4 nights	| 3 nights
* 2 guests	| Value	| $18,000	| $15,750	| $13,050	| $10,350
	| Regular	| $20,000	| $17,500	| $14,500	| $11,500
* 4 guests	| Value	| $20,700	| $18,450	| $15,750	| $13,050
	| Regular	| $23,000	| $20,500	| $17,500	| $14,500

Value Season: March 31-May 18 / July 7-Aug 31 / Oct 26-Nov 9, 2012

Regular Season: May 19-July 6 / September 1-October 5, 2012

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

 

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Hotel Barge SAVOIR FAIRE: Family Barging Cruise Special Offer - Burgundy, France - Summer 2012

FAMILY COMES FIRST ABOARD THE SAVOIR FAIRE

Everyone loves a discount... Chris announces his Summer 2012 special offer for family charters:

Hotel Barge Savoir Faire - Barging in France

Cruise the French canals of Burgundy

For many years now, the Captain and crew of the Savoir Faire have enjoyed a steady increase in family charters aboard this splendid vessel and exceptional reviews. Savoir Faire is a spacious barge with many public areas large enough for the whole family to get together, or you can easily find a quiet spot to get away by yourself to relax, read, or just enjoy the peace and beauty of the countryside as we gently glide past historical villages and delightful views.

Savoir Faire's family cruises are designed with your family in mind. In addition to their marvellous itinerary, they have a multitude of offerings for children of all ages. Each day has been created to ensure that there's never a dull moment. This is one vacation that your children and grandchildren will remember forever.

For 2012, Savoir Faire is offering a spectacular opportunity to enjoy the very best of family barging.

2012 SUMMER FAMILY CHARTER DATES:

• July 15-21
• July 22-28
• August 5-11
• August 12-18
• August 19-25 

Of course, these weeks are open to non-family cruises as well at standard rates.

Savoir Faire will be cruising in the Burgundy region between St Florentin and Ancy-le-Franc. View the itinerary page in Savoir Faire's brochure.

FAMILY CHARTER SPECIAL RATE:

• $35,000 for up to 12 guests (Normally $50,600 or $54,000, depending on season)
• Two guests must be under 12 years old to qualify for this special offer

In addition to regularly-scheduled sightseeing, walking and biking on the towpaths and relaxing on board this spacious barge, the Savoir Faire offers a multitude of additional activities for families, such as:

- SAVOIR FAIRE'S SIZZLING PIZZA SESSION

What fun! Learn how to make that perfect dough, choose your own toppings, into the oven and presto! - a pizza all of your own for lunch.

- COOKIE COMPETITION

Learn how to cook the best cookies ever. Create a new recipe with the chef and wow all your friends and family with your very own invention.

- POPCORN & MOVIE NIGHT

Snuggle up in front of a great movie with a big bowl of popcorn. Our lounge is perfect for this. A big screen, cozy chairs. A real snug family evening in.

- ZIP-LINING & PICNIC

A marvellous experience high above. Explore the treetops and let the monkey out. This is something all your friends will want to know about. Relax afterwards with one of Sophie's Summer Picnics - a basket full of surprises!

(Please note that there is an additional charge for zip-lining)

- BBQ NIGHT

If the weather's bright, let's do it right. Give the chef a hand to prepare your favorite BBQ meal. Let's dine alfresco, enjoy the fresh air and watch the sunset.

- PIRATE TREASURE HUNT

A pirate afternoon making pirate hats, colour in or draw pirate ships, bake pirate-themed biscuits, followed by our Treasure Hunt for children and adults alike.  Search out the clues on your map and discover the hidden treasure.

- FAMILY QUIZ NIGHT

Form your team and answer questions on general knowledge, music, sports, etc. A prize awarded to the winning team.

- GLASS PAINTING

Ruth is a qualified signwriter and her hobby is glass painting. She loves to teach people to paint designs on wine glasses. What a great souvenir from your vacation. Water-based glass paints are very safe for children to use and, if baked in the oven, are permanent. T-shirt painting could also be an option for children.

- NAPKIN FOLDING

Interested in making that next meal with your friends a little different? Take a napkin and our stewardesses will show you how to fold them into simple, yet impressive, designs.

- PETANQUE & PASTIS (or fruit juice) with the crew

Learn how to master this marvellous game, so beloved by the French and a mystery to others :)

- COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS

Your chef demonstrates how to make a regional speciality with your help and answers any questions. The finished dish is then eaten as part of lunch or dinner.

The Hotel Barge Savoir Faire is fully air conditioned and heated. with accommodations for up to 12 guests in 6 well-appointed staterooms. Each stateroom can be configured with two twin beds or with one queen bed, and has ensuite private bathrooms. Each guest stateroom has a DVD player with an LCD screen and 2 sets of wireless headphones. The salon, dining area, and bar are finished in mahogany, teak and brass, decorated with antiques and paintings collected over the years.

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

 

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French Hotel Barge Anjodi : New route for summer 2012 along the canal du midi

The French hotel barge ANJODI has a new summer 2012 route along the canal du midi in the south of France.

French Hotel Barge ANJODI - Barging cruises in the south of France - Canal du Midi

Anjodi will cruise their normal route between Marseillan - Le Somail beginning March 25 through July 7, then have a one-time only cruise week from Le Somail to Bram for repositioning to their new summer route of travelling between Homps and Castelnaudary (July 15 through August 18). Thereafter, they will recommence the Marseillan - Le Somail barge trip and then, beginning October 28, Anjodi has an itinerary of Marseillan - Beaucaire for the remaining two weeks of their season.

Click on map to enlarge

Anjodi is a classic Dutch barge that was rebuilt for charter to specifically navigate the canal du midi. The barge is 100-feet long with a crew of 4, has both air conditioning and central heating, and accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 cabins with private, ensuite bathrooms. Anjodi has a spacious sun deck with teak furnishings and a jacuzzi/spa tub.

Anjodi is available for private, full-boat charters and also for cabin cruises where you share the barge with others.

For private charters, we have special themed itineraries for Anjodi:

• Families with children
• Golf
• Wine appreciation

Most all barges have bicycles available for their guests to ride along the canals or visit local villages and nearby towns, but Anjodi also offers "Biking Plus". For people who want to be a little more adventurous and perhaps work off that delicious on-deck lunch, this option (no extra charge) enables you to explore further afield along interesting routes that have been carefully researched. Clearly marked maps and a backpack are provided so that you can explore the local countryside for an hour or two before rejoining your barge a little further along the canal. Anjodi carries 8 touring bikes, plus a tandem!

Go Barging in 2012!

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

 

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Hotel Barge Cruising Vacations - Special Offers for 2012

2012 HOTEL BARGES 

SPECIAL OFFERS & DISCOUNTS on BARGING VACATIONS & CRUISES

We have a few barges offering early bird special offers and discounts for the 2012 barging vacations.  Contact Paradise Connections now, for current availability and pricing.

French Hotel Barge La Belle Epoque - Barging in France - Canal de Bourgogne

Contact us if you'd like to ask for current special offers and check availability.

Expired: Please see February 2012 Special Offers

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Conditions
Our normal Terms & Conditions apply.  Some cruises may require a minimum of 4 passengers booked to guarantee the cruise.
These special offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.

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MORE SPECIAL OFFERS / SPECIAL EVENTS:

• EMMA (Canal du Midi) - Land & Sea Package, Surf & Turf
• SHANNON PRINCESS (Ireland): Guided Cycling Tours, no additional supplement
• LA BELLE EPOQUE (Burgundy): Guided Walking Tours, no additional supplement : Sept 30-Oct 6, and Oct 21-27, 2012
• SAVOIR FAIRE: (Burgundy): Special Offer for Family Cruises, Summer 2012
• FLEUR DE LYS (Burgundy): Art Week Cruise, May 20-26, 2012 
• AMARYLLIS (Burgundy): Grands Cru Wine Cruise, cabin cruise: July 15-21, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Wine Discovery Week, cabin cruise: July 1-7 AND 8-14, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Picture Perfect (Painting) Art Cruise, cabin cruise: July 29-Aug 4, 2012

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French Hotel Barge EMMA - Barging cruises on the canal du midi, France

These barging vacations are fully crewed and all-inclusive:

• Six nights' accommodation on board in an air-conditioned, en-suite cabin.
• The services of an experienced Captain / Host, Chef, Housekeeper(s), Driver/Tour Guide.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard. A local lunch ashore, once per week on most barges.
• An excellent selection of fine regional and international wines and spirits, plus an all day open bar, tea and coffee.
• Daily excursions by chauffeured minivan and inclusive entry fees to castles, vineyards, markets and other local places of interest.
• Use of barge facilities such as bicycles, boules, barge library and on certain vessels, a spa pool.

French Hotel Barge L'Impressionniste - Barging in France - Canal de Bourgogne

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

 

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Barging Cruise Vacations Special Offers for 2012

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS FOR 2012 HOTEL BARGES 
SPECIAL OFFERS on BARGING VACATIONS & CRUISES

Click Video to Take a Visit of French Hotel Barge ENCHANTE

Barging cruises in the south of France: Canal du Midi and Provence/Camargue

We have a few barges offering early bird special offers for the 2012 barging vacations.  Contact Paradise Connections now, for current availability and pricing.

French Hotel Barge La Belle Epoque - Barging in France - Canal de Bourgogne

Click on the Barge's name to view their online brochure. Find their prices on their brochure's RATES page. Contact us if you'd like us to do the calculation for the special offer rate and check current availability.

• 2012 season : Special offers for PRIVATE CHARTERS and CABIN BOOKINGS

Expired: Please see January 2012 special offers

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Conditions
Our normal Terms & Conditions apply.  Some cruises may require a minimum of 4 passengers booked to guarantee the cruise.
These special offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.

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MORE SPECIAL OFFERS / SPECIAL EVENTS:

• EMMA (Canal du Midi) - Land & Sea Package, Surf & Turf
• SHANNON PRINCESS (Ireland): Guided Cycling Tours, no additional supplement
• LA BELLE EPOQUE (Burgundy): Guided Walking Tours, no additional supplement : Sept 30-Oct 6, and Oct 21-27, 2012
• FLEUR DE LYS (Burgundy): Art Week Cruise, May 20-26, 2012 
• AMARYLLIS (Burgundy): Grands Cru Wine Cruise, cabin cruise: July 15-21, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Wine Discovery Week, cabin cruise: July 1-7 AND 8-14, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Picture Perfect (Painting) Art Cruise, cabin cruise: July 29-Aug 4, 2012

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French Hotel Barge EMMA - Barging cruises on the canal du midi, France

These barging vacations are fully crewed and all-inclusive:

• Six nights' accommodation on board in an air-conditioned, en-suite cabin.
• The services of an experienced Captain / Host, Chef, Housekeeper(s), Driver/Tour Guide.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard. A local lunch ashore, once per week on most barges.
• An excellent selection of fine regional and international wines and spirits, plus an all day open bar, tea and coffee.
• Daily excursions by chauffeured minivan and inclusive entry fees to castles, vineyards, markets and other local places of interest.
• Use of barge facilities such as bicycles, boules, barge library and on certain vessels, a spa pool.

French Hotel Barge L'Impressionniste - Barging in France - Canal de Bourgogne

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

 

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French Hotel Barge SAVOIR VIVRE - Early season rates 2012

The French Hotel Barge SAVOIR VIVRE has announced new rates for early 2012.

Barge Savoir Vivre cruises along the canal de Bourgogne (Burgundy canal) between Escommes and Fleurey-sur-Ouche.

The first six weeks of their 2012 charter season has the very special pricing of  $22,000 for charters of any size up to 8 guests. This equates to only $2750/person. This is a $6000 savings from their regular, 8-person rate. A very good deal, indeed.

April 1-7: Booked
April 8-14: Open... BOOK NOW
April 15-21: Open... BOOK NOW
April 22-28: Open... BOOK NOW
April 29-May 5: Open... BOOK NOW
May 6-12: Open... BOOK NOW

Savoir Vivre is a bit different to the other barges that we represent as they do not have an onboard chef. Pastries for the continental breakfast are supplied by the local baker. Lunch is catered by professional chefs who meet up with the boat with their prepared meal. Dinners are off the boat in locally selected restaurants (included in charter fee).

Savoir Vivre is 80 feet long, air conditioned (and has central heat, too), 4 identical guest cabins which can be configured with a queen or two twin beds, each having ensuite private bathrooms, flat screen TV, internet where available, 8 bicycles, etc...

SAVOIR VIVRE: Ability to live life well and with intelligent enjoyment, meeting every situation with poise, good manners, and elegance. Etymology: French, to know (how) to live.

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

 

Welcome, Hotel Barge PANACHE, to our barging fleet

We would like to welcome the Hotel Barge Panache (ex-Marjorie II) to our fleet of select barges.

Hotel Barge Panache - Barging cruises in Holland & Lorraine-Alsace, France

The 12-passenger barge Panache will be under new ownership for the 2012 season. We are confident that they will provide excellent service and value as we have a proven track record with the owners who have 35 years' experience in the barging industry.

Keukenhof Gardens, Holland --- St Paul's in Strasbourg, France

In April and May, Panache will embark on circular “Dutch Tulip Cruises” starting and finishing in Haarlem, visiting the spectacular Keukenhof Gardens in full bloom, the world famous Delft pottery and the cheese center of Gouda.  After an Amsterdam (Holland) to Bruges (Belgium) cruise the week of May 27 to June 2, she will reposition to cruise throughout the rest of the 2012 season on the beautiful Canal de la Marne au Rhin from Mittersheim to Strasbourg in the Alsace-Lorraine region of France. What a great way to experience the unique mix of French and German cultures, Baroque and Romanesque architecture, storybook hamlets and wonderful white wines of this historic region.

The 129-foot Panache is a 12-passenger, luxury hotel barge of classic Dutch design and has a professional crew of five to attend to your needs. Panache is fully air conditioned with spacious public areas and six ensuite staterooms, with your choice of twin or queen bed configurations.

We are very pleased to have another barge in the Alsace-Lorraine region as La Nouvelle Etoile, also an excellent hotel barge that we recommend, only covers this area for 4 weeks beginning August 26th and they quickly book up.

Panache is available for Cabin Cruises where you share the barge with other like-minded travellers, and also for Private Charters with a price structure beginning at an 8-passenger minimum rate.

Introductory prices have the Value Season extend all the way from April 1st (and this is no April Fools) through August 19, 2012, with Regular Season rates in effect from August 26 to September 30, then back to Value Season.

We will keep you informed on the progress of Panache's refit and post new photos as we get them :)

Go Barging in 2012!

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

 

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Barging Vacations Special Offers for 2012

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS FOR 2012 HOTEL BARGES 
SPECIAL OFFERS on BARGING VACATIONS & CRUISES

French Hotel Barge ANJODI

Canal du midi barging cruises in the south of France

SPECIAL OFFERS HAVE EXPIRED. 

PLEASE SEE DECEMBER 2012 OFFERS

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Conditions
Our normal Terms & Conditions apply.  Some cruises may require a minimum of 4 passengers booked to guarantee the cruise.
These special offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.

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MORE SPECIAL OFFERS / SPECIAL EVENTS:

• EMMA (Canal du Midi) - Land & Sea Package, Surf & Turf
• SHANNON PRINCESS (Ireland): Guided Cycling Tours, no additional supplement
• LA BELLE EPOQUE (Burgundy): Guided Walking Tours
• AMARYLLIS (Burgundy): Grands Cru Wine Cruise, cabin cruise: July 15-21, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Wine Discovery Week, cabin cruise: July 1-7 AND 8-14, 2012
• NAPOLEON : Picture Perfect (Painting) Art Cruise, cabin cruise: July 29-Aug 4, 2012

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French Hotel Barge EMMA - Barging cruises on the canal du midi, France

These barging vacations are fully crewed and all-inclusive:

• Six nights' accommodation on board in an air-conditioned, en-suite cabin.
• The services of an experienced Captain / Host, Chef, Housekeeper(s), Driver/Tour Guide.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard. A local lunch ashore, once per week on most barges.
• An excellent selection of fine regional and international wines and spirits, plus an all day open bar, tea and coffee.
• Daily excursions by chauffeured minivan and inclusive entry fees to castles, vineyards, markets and other local places of interest.
• Use of barge facilities such as bicycles, boules, barge library and on certain vessels, a spa pool.

French Hotel Barge L'Impressionniste - Barging in France - Canal de Bourgogne

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

 

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