River Cruise Advisor » European Waterways http://www.avidcruiser.com/river Advice and Guidance on River Cruises Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:27:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Need Help Choosing? See Our Comprehensive Overview Of River Cruise Companies & Vessels http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/2011/03/need-help-choosing-see-our-comprehensive-overview-of-river-cruise-companies-vessels/ http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/2011/03/need-help-choosing-see-our-comprehensive-overview-of-river-cruise-companies-vessels/#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:39:20 +0000 Ralph Grizzle http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/?p=2848 function sbmgValidateFormPostPg1(name,email) { var name_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg1' + '_' + name); var email_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg1' + '_' + email); var reg = /^([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\@([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\.([A-Za-z]{2,4})$/; var msg = ''; if ( name_fld.value == '' ) msg = '- Name Required\n'; if ( reg.test(email_fld.value) == false ) msg += '- Valid Email Required'; if ( msg == '' ) return true; else alert(msg); return false; } When you’re planning a river cruise in Europe, you have an overwhelming number of choices. With more than a dozen cruise companies and more than 100 river cruise vessels, it’s easy to feel as if you are rudderless and adrift in a raging river. To help you navigate through the many choices available to you, [...]]]> function sbmgValidateFormPostPg2(name,email) { var name_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg2' + '_' + name); var email_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg2' + '_' + email); var reg = /^([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\@([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\.([A-Za-z]{2,4})$/; var msg = ''; if ( name_fld.value == '' ) msg = '- Name Required\n'; if ( reg.test(email_fld.value) == false ) msg += '- Valid Email Required'; if ( msg == '' ) return true; else alert(msg); return false; }

When you’re planning a river cruise in Europe, you have an overwhelming number of choices. With more than a dozen cruise companies and more than 100 river cruise vessels, it’s easy to feel as if you are rudderless and adrift in a raging river.

To help you navigate through the many choices available to you, River Cruise Advisor now features overviews of the major cruise companies and reviews of their vessels. You’ll find reviews of all vessels operated by the major river cruise operators that we regularly cover and recommend:

AMAWATERWAYS ship reviews

Avalon Waterways Ship Reviews

Tauck ship reviews.

Uniworld River Cruises ship reviews.

Viking  River Cruises ship reviews.

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]]> http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/2011/03/need-help-choosing-see-our-comprehensive-overview-of-river-cruise-companies-vessels/feed/ 0 Great Rates For Barge Cruises In The South Of France http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/2011/02/great-rates-for-barge-cruises-in-the-south-of-france/ http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/2011/02/great-rates-for-barge-cruises-in-the-south-of-france/#comments Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:49:48 +0000 Ralph Grizzle http://www.avidcruiser.com/river/?p=2522 function sbmgValidateFormPostPg3(name,email) { var name_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg3' + '_' + name); var email_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg3' + '_' + email); var reg = /^([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\@([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\.([A-Za-z]{2,4})$/; var msg = ''; if ( name_fld.value == '' ) msg = '- Name Required\n'; if ( reg.test(email_fld.value) == false ) msg += '- Valid Email Required'; if ( msg == '' ) return true; else alert(msg); return false; }   European Waterways is offering special savings on barge cruises in the South of France. To qualify, cruises must be booked by February 25. The 8-passenger Anjodi cruises the 300-year-old Canal du Midi (canal of the two seas), a World Heritage site and the most popular barging route in Europe. Among the excursions offered on the Anjodi [...]]]> function sbmgValidateFormPostPg4(name,email) { var name_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg4' + '_' + name); var email_fld = document.getElementById('sbmgValidateFormPostPg4' + '_' + email); var reg = /^([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\@([A-Za-z0-9_\-\.])+\.([A-Za-z]{2,4})$/; var msg = ''; if ( name_fld.value == '' ) msg = '- Name Required\n'; if ( reg.test(email_fld.value) == false ) msg += '- Valid Email Required'; if ( msg == '' ) return true; else alert(msg); return false; }

 

European Waterways is offering special savings on barge cruises in the South of France. To qualify, cruises must be booked by February 25.

  • The 8-passenger Anjodi cruises the 300-year-old Canal du Midi (canal of the two seas), a World Heritage site and the most popular barging route in Europe. Among the excursions offered on the Anjodi is a tour of Carcassone, the most complete medieval walled city in existence and a UNESCO World Heritage site; and a visit to Pezenas, a village associated with French playwright Moliere. During the cruise, European Waterways’ guests also visit the 12th century hill-top fort in the village of Minerve, considered “one of the most beautiful villages in France,” and enjoy private wine tastings of Corbières and Minervois wines at the distinguished Châteaux Guery and Perdiquier. The Anjodi currently has a special offer of $3000 off the whole charter price for six to eight passengers for cruises in March and April 2011. Vessel must be booked by February 25 to qualify.  Other conditions may apply.
  • Enchanté follows a similar route as Anjodi, with excursions to Carcassone and Minerve, as well as to Lagrasse with its 8th  century abbey.  Passengers will also explore Narbonne’s colorful indoor market. Here, they will find fresh produce that includes vegetables, fruits, spices, as well as large barrels of olives, mounds of shellfish, oysters, and other seafood, plump figs, honey, and a wide variety of nuts.  Other highlights include a visit to a traditional ‘Oulibo’ or olive press to sample the famous Lucques olive oil and a private wine tasting in Saint Chinian, the first village in the region to receive the enviable French A.O.C. rating, one of the world’s oldest and strictest systems for designation of wines and quality control. Enchanté is offering $1,000 off per cabin, based on double occupancy for its April 10 and April 17 departures, as well as a substantial $5,000 off the whole boat charter price for six to eight passengers for its April 24 departure. Travelers must book by February 25 to take advantage of these special offers.  Other conditions may apply.
  • Rosa cruises the Canal Lateral a la Garonne, the continuation of the Canal du Midi that  meanders through Gascony towards Bordeaux.  Highlights of the cruise include visits to the historic towns of Montauban & Auvillar.  Mountaban is the second oldest of the bastides – towns built during the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries – in Southern France.  Auvillar is famous for its art galleries and wine.  During the cruise, passengers will also experience the crossing of a 1000 foot aqueduct and enjoy tastings at producers of two of the area’s best known products – Armagnac and foie gras. Rosa offers $3,000 off its whole boat charter price for six to eight passengers for all April and May 2011 departures, as well as $1,000 off per cabin, based on double occupancy, for its May 15 and June 12 departures.  Guests must book by February 25 to qualify.  Other conditions may apply.

 

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Enjoy Christmas in Scotland on a family barge cruise.

European Waterways offers an escape from the “hustle and bustle” of the hectic shopping season with the gift of travel: A chartered cruise for the entire family aboard the company’s Scottish Highlander or Magna Carta luxury hotel barge. Families can enjoy the sites along England’s historic River Thames or cruise through the beautiful, scenic backdrop of Scotland while spending quality time enjoying each other’s company during Christmas week or over the New Year’s holiday.

Holidays in the Highlands
 Enjoy a relaxing 4-night hotel barge cruise aboard the Scottish Highlander, exploring the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Families aboard this luxury hotel barge will dine on home-cooked holiday meals paired with seasonal wines – or hot cocoa for the young ones – prepared and served by the on-board master chef and crew.

Planned excursions such as exploring the breathtaking Falls of Foyers or a trip to the Loch Ness Visitor Center, where the myth of the infamous Loch Ness monster lives on – all are memories the entire family can enjoy together. Families will also have the option to attend a Christmas Eve service at a local church as well have a traditional Christmas Eve dinner and entertainment while presents are shared around the barge’s Christmas tree.

The 8-passenger Scottish Highlander makes you feel right at home, with décor that conveys the feel of a tradition Scottish Country House, and the addition of the natural and majestic scenery of the Highlands complete the scene. The knowledgeable, English speaking crew caters to everyone’s desire, making sure that the time on and off the ship is one of the most delightful holiday experiences the family will ever share.

A sample family itinerary is available at the European Waterways’ website.

New Year’s Eve cruises are also available on the Scottish Highlander. Cruise rates are all-inclusive, and include transportation to and from the cruising destination. The price is as low as $3,500 per person, based on a whole boat chartered for 8 passengers. There are four departure dates to choose from in December, including a Christmas and a New Year’s Eve cruise. Additional charter rates and discounts can be found on the European Waterways site.

Christmas and New Year’s
“Home for the Holidays” on a luxury hotel barge cruise with friends and family aboard one of the finest, most luxurious vessels navigating the British Isles, the Magna Carta.  The vessel offers two, all-inclusive cruises for Christmas and New Year’s.   The 4-night Christmas cruise features a festive champagne welcome and Christmas Eve dinner on-board, as well as readings from “A Christmas Carol” by a guest actor.

The 5-night New Year’s cruise is just as memorable, with the family watching dazzling fireworks over the English countryside. During the cruise, guests will enjoy modern amenities that include under-floor heating, color TVs and DVD players in each room.  They will also be treated to mouth-watering dishes prepared by the on-board master chef as they take in the sights of the River Thames from their floating “country inn.”

Along with traditional Christmas and New Year’s festivities, the Magna Carta cruise incorporates tours of the Royal Botanical Gardens, Hampton Court Palace and Runnymede, as well as the additional pleasure of the ever-changing scenery of the English countryside. Rates begin as low as $4,325 per person, based on a full-chartered cruise for 8 passengers, and includes transportation to and from port of departure. More information and dates for a Magna Carta cruise can be found on the European Waterways site.

About European Waterways
European Waterways is Europe’s largest all-inclusive luxury hotel barging company, offering vacations in nine countries and carrying thousands of passengers a year.  Founded nearly 40 years ago, the company designs, builds, owns and operates a private fleet of luxury barges with exclusive cruises in France, Italy, Scotland, Ireland, England, Germany, Belgium, Holland and Luxembourg.  Pioneers in hotel barging, they were the first company to operate a hotel barge on the Upper Nivernais in Burgundy, and the “real” Loire Valley. They are also the only cruise company offering barge cruises in Scotland and in the Venetian lagoon and River Po valley, as well as the first company to offer an Avignon-to-Amsterdam 6-week trans-Europe cruise, a 1,000 mile journey along Western Europe’s inland waterways.

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