Travel enthusiasts and owners of CanalBargeCruises.com, Beth and Jack Hanson of Redmond are celebrating 23 years of helping people go on barge cruise vacations in France.
The Hansons owned and operated their own French charter barge for eight of those years, which has given them a true insider’s perspective of what makes an exceptional barge cruise experience. The couple combines their in-depth knowledge of the canals, barges and sights with a passion for helping clients select the best barge trip based on their interests, style and budget. The result is many satisfied customers who happily refer CanalBargeCruises.com to their friends and families.
After cruising the waterways of France, the Hansons organized and led small group walking tours in France for seven years, focusing on food and wine, history and local culture. Having lived in France for 15 years, the couple has extensive experience and resources to share with their clients, and offers pre- and post-cruise travel planning and reservations to help clients create an unforgettable French adventure.
Beth Hanson says, “People who seek a barge cruise are looking for a unique experience in stylish comfort with gourmet dining and fine wines, interesting people and the fun of exploring the countryside at a leisurely pace. A barge cruise offers a rare opportunity to relax and come apart for awhile from a busy life back home. We often hear from clients that their barge cruise was ‘the vacation of a lifetime.’”
CanalBargeCruises.com represents more than 40 barges throughout France as well as Holland, Belgium, England, Ireland, Scotland, Germany and Italy. The six-night cruises range in price from $2,700 to over $6,500 per person depending upon the season, quality of the amenities and décor, and space per person.
The barging season is April through October. In selecting a barge cruise, passengers choose a time frame, a region based on their interests, and a level of luxury. Special theme cruises are available including cooking classes, wine tasting, walking, biking, golfing, family activities and more. Barge owners are happy to customize cruises for private groups and special celebrations.
What distinguishes CanalBargeCruises.com from other travel companies is the Hansons’ depth of knowledge, attention to detail and absolute commitment to their clients’ satisfaction. A client says, “The service we received in booking our cruise was excellent. The quality of the pre-trip information was very good and complete, and all our questions were readily answered. We have already recommended Canal Barge Cruises to our friends.”
Planning early for a barge cruise assures availability for the desired time and area. For those travelers who can travel last-minute, discounts are often available one to two months prior to departure.
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