Are you a single traveler and considering a solo cruise? An all-inclusive barge cruise is ideal for you. Dreaming of getting away by yourself on a solo escape through the picturesque canals and countryside of Europe? If you are a solo traveler, now’s your chance to indulge in a luxury barge cruise and save. This […]
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The luxury Hotel Barge Aurora is currently offering a 20% discount on ALL remaining open dates in 2026 for cruises in The Netherlands & France. Hotel Barge Aurora – Maximum of 8 guests – Holland & France Springtime in Holland A spring barge cruise along the Dutch canals is a great way to explore the
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In 2026, we are looking forward to planning a wonderful and unforgettable cruising experience for you. Special Offers for 2026 Barge Cruises We would like to draw your attention to some fabulous barge cruise discounts now available for the spring and summer months in France, England, Scotland, and Italy. These special offers include attractive discounts
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We have created a new area on our Destinations page to augment Nymphea’s Brittany itinerary. Rochefort-en-Terre This unique itinerary combines the charm of small villages with memorable excursions – from Château de Josselin and the flower-filled streets of Rochefort-en-Terre to a Michelin-starred dining experience and a traditional cider tasting. Along the way, you’ll enjoy peaceful
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Wishing every day of your new year to be filled with good health, success, prosperity, and joy.
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The French Hotel Barge Athos cruises the Canal du Midi in the south of France provided this recipe for Moules Marinières. Image by freepik.com No festive table in our region is complete without the briny freshness of shellfish. If you’d like to bring a little bit of Athos into your kitchen this season, here’s a
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Following earlier news this year about Nymphea’s departure from the Loire Valley, we are pleased to unveil an exciting new chapter. Beginning in May 2026, Nymphea will cruise the beautiful inland waterways of Brittany, inviting guests to explore charming villages, historic towns, and the region’s unspoiled countryside rarely seen by visitors. Nymphea, a six-passenger French
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Hotel Barge La Nouvelle Etoile – Barging in Holland Black Friday Christmas comes early with this special “Black Friday” offer from Barge Aurora. Save €500 per person on all available 2026 cruise dates. Book by November 30, 2025. Barge Cruises in Holland (Dutch Tulip Cruises) A barge cruise along the Dutch canals is a great
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The real national sport in France might just be pétanque. Football and rugby are deeply loved but pétanque is woven into the fabric of everyday life. It’s a game played in nearly every village, by people of all ages. Unlike football or rugby, pétanque isn’t just for spectators mainly watching professionals on a screen, it’s
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Now is the ideal time to start planning your next barge cruise getaway — whether a spontaneous trip this year or an exciting adventure in 2026. We still have some last-minute private barge charters and cabin cruises available for this summer and autumn; many with special offers. There are also a couple of weeks for
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