European Waterways, Europe’s largest luxury hotel barge cruising company, has announced new special offers for the Spring 2015 season, with savings of 10% off per cabin and 10% off full-boat charters.
The hotel barges cruise through Europe and the British Isles, offering travellers a wide range of sightseeing opportunities – from the picturesque vistas of Southern France and the charming small towns of Holland, to the panoramic landscape of Scotland, among others.
“Springtime in Europe is like no place else on earth. The flowers bloom across the vast expanses of the countryside and warming temperatures bring villages and cities back to life,” said Derek Banks, managing director of European Waterways. “Our first departures of the year are always special occasions, and for the 2015 season, we are offering discounts on a wide range of cruise destinations, giving travellers plenty of options to choose from.”
Smell the Flowers and Savour the History of Holland
The intimate and luxurious 12-passenger hotel barge Panache gently cruises along Holland’s varied waterways, giving passengers the chance to savour the country’s hidden gems in a unique, up close and personal way. Guests visit small towns that seem forever frozen in time, such as Leiden, home to the country’s oldest university and the birthplace of one of history’s greatest artists, Rembrandt. The cruise also includes a visit to Delft; a long time, world famous centre for fine ceramics, where passengers will visit the Royal Delft factory, established in the 17th century.
“It is impossible to visit Holland in the Spring and not notice its abundance of gorgeous flowers – chief among them the world-renowned tulips,” said Banks. “Panache will take guests to the town of Haarlem, the centre of Holland’s flower growing district, and include an excursion to the nearby Keukenhof Gardens, where seven million flowering bulbs paint a living canvas of colours in gardens that sprawl over 100 acres.”
Another unforgettable tour will take passengers to the Aalsmeer Flower auction, where each day millions of flowers are sold within fractions of seconds in an impressive and fascinating process, thanks to modern trading technology.
This Spring, European Waterways is offering 10% off Panache’s full-boat charters and 10% off per cabin on select cruises in March and April 2015. Single supplements are also being waived for passengers travelling alone on Panache’s April 5th departure.
Indulge the Senses with History and Wine in Southern France
European Waterways has various hotel barges that cruise the Canal du Midi, including the Anjodi, Enchanté, and Rosa. Springtime in this region offers sublime weather, with meadows of colourful flowers and trees along the banks approaching full bloom, delighting the senses. All three cruises give passengers the opportunity to visit places such as historic Narbonne, Pezenas and the Cathar village of Minerve, and also to taste some wonderful wines at renowned wineries.
A voyage on the Rosa takes passengers through the picturesque region of Gascony with its orchards and vineyards and includes a crossing of a 300 metres aqueduct. Guests visit Nérac, once home to Henry IV, whose chateau is now a museum, and also enjoy a tour and private tasting at a local Armagnac producer. During the cruise, passengers will also get a chance to try their hand at the game “boules”, which is popular in this area.
For Spring 2015, European Waterways is offering 10% off per cabin and 10% full-boat charters on Anjodi, Enchanté, and Rosa, representing savings up to €880 for cabins and €3,300 for charters, based on specific vessel and departure dates.
Cabin specials are based on double occupancy. Other restrictions may apply.
For more information on pricing, cruises and schedules on these barges and more, please visit www.gobarging.com, email sales@gobarging.com or call 1800 828 050.
See our Special Offers at www.gobarging.com/special-offers.php#offers
SOURCE: European Waterways