Explore the European waterways aboard a quality, luxury, all inclusive, crewed boutique hotel barge cruise.
Come and experience the fascinating world of hotel barging, whether in the shaded Canal du Midi in southern France, the Venetian Lagoon of Italy, the rustic beauty of Ireland, the Royal River Thames in England, the stunning landscapes of the highlands of Scotland, or the flower capital of Holland.
Cruising on a fully crewed, all inclusive hotel barge charter is a fantastic way to relax and experience the beauty and culture of the country.
GOOD NEWS! A quick update for the Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess. A lot can happen in a week. The opening we mentioned last week is filling up but Shannon Princess has two more weeks that may be of interest. 2025 Availability 2025 Pricing Rates include: Local transfers between Dublin and the hotel barge (the …
Save 50% or more this spring aboard the luxury hotel barge Aurora on a Dutch tulip cruise in Holland. Aurora’s welcoming crew of five will make you feel immediately at home, relaxed and secure. For 7 days & 6 nights, Aurora will be your home away from home, packed with incredible memories. Together, owner-operators Steve …
For those of you who have been wanting an Irish barge cruise, we have GOOD NEWS! The Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess has an open week but you must act quickly as it won’t last long. Shannon Princess has been completely sold out for the 2025 season for the past 18 months. So now is …
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Spring is an ideal time to visit Burgundy. Perfect for a barge cruise! Warming temperatures create perfect conditions for sightseeing and cycling alongside the canals. The hillsides are in bloom with colorful flowers, market squares return to life as town folks set up their open-air shops again, and the canal towpaths reward travelers with the …
A barge cruise is definitely the way to discover Holland. Charter the 8-passenger, Hotel Barge Aurora on a Dutch barge cruise this Spring. Hotel Barge Aurora – Barging in Holland The Netherlands, though famous for tulips and cheese, is also a land with a rich artistic and cultural history. The western provinces are populated by …
We have updated our Special Offers & Discount page for private barge charters, and cabin cruise weeks. Discounts include Spring & Summer bookings for select barges. For solo travelers, the “no single supplement” special offer should definitely be of interest. Save on select weeks for Burgundy, Canal du Midi, Scotland, and Italy. Enjoy a barge …
Taking a luxury hotel barge cruise is an unforgettable experience. Enjoy the beauty of the countryside, the many wonderful cultural and historical sites to visit, and the laid-back atmosphere of life on the canals. Barge cruises can be as relaxed or as action-packed as you like. A diverse range of activities and outings are possible …
We received an email from Ruari & Olivia of the Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess. They have just returned home from a holiday in the Bahamas and sent us this photo of the boat. That must have been a shock to the system. We hope that everyone is having an excellent holiday season. Happy Holidays …
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Olivia Gibbons, co-owner and chef of the popular Irish Hotel Barge Shannon Princess, shares an easy and delectable mince pie recipe for the holiday season. Photo: Pixabay: Osman Sargi Did you know that the origin of the humble mince pie lies in the Middle East? It eventually made its way west and became part of …
BargeCharters.com updated our Special Offers & Discounts page for 2025 Barge Cruises. These offers apply to private barge charters, individual cabin cruises, as well as no single supplements for solo travelers. Let’s start planning your barging vacation An all-inclusive, hotel barge cruise offers an experience like no other. Gliding along Europe’s picturesque waterways, your safety …
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