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5 reasons why discerning travellers choose Barge Travel Connection

Step onboard a luxury barge and cruise past quaint medieval villages and scenic vistas along some of Europe's most spectacular canals, having an experience you'll never forget!

Step onboard a luxury barge and cruise past quaint medieval villages and scenic vistas along some of Europe’s most spectacular canals, having an experience you’ll never forget!

There’s your stock-standard river cruising, and then there’s luxury barge cruising – a unique way of sailing through the heart of Europe on charming barges that are small enough to accommodate between just four and 24 passengers.

Barge Travel Connection, the newest brand from travel wholesaler Entire Travel Connection, specialise in crewed canal cruises in Europe, partnering with hand-picked local suppliers to take guests on an intimate journey through France and the rest of the European continent as they sip on exquisite wine, feast on high-end cuisine, and explore Europe’s cultural landscape – it’s a floating paradise par excellence!

If you’re looking for your own luxury barge experience in Europe, then here are five reasons why choosing to cruise with Barge Travel Connection meets the needs of the discerning traveller.

 

1. They only partner with the very best suppliers

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Imagine cruising through the heart of Europe on a 5-star all-inclusive luxury barge, which somehow manages to combine all the modern creature comforts you’d expect from a classy hotel with the Old-world charm of a barge that was made in the early 20th century?

That’s EXACTLY what discerning travellers will experience when booking a luxury barge cruise through Barge Travel Connection.

By only working with the very best local suppliers, guests will be cruising in pure class and style, with barges featuring uber-comfortable cabins with en-suite bathrooms, sun decks with a spa/pool/jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, fine-dining options and – of course – an open bar!

 

2. They get around…

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From sailing along the 300-year-old Canal du Midi – France’s most popular, and rightly so, cruising canal – to cruising through the famous wine-producing region of Champagne (also in France), Barge Travel Connection have partnered with the best local suppliers in some of the most spectacular French waterways – so definitely pack your camera!

Barge Travel Connection have also partnered with suppliers from all across Europe, including Italy, Luxemburg, Germany, Holland, Ireland, Scotland, and England. In other words, wherever you want to cruise, Barge Travel Connection will take you there!

 

3. They partner with ultra-cool themed cruises

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Barge Travel Connection can organise great luxury barge cruises geared around a specific theme such as gastronomy, cycling, wine appreciation, golf, art and much, much more!

On cycle-themed tours, most luxury hotel barges include bikes for guests to use upon docking at a new port, where they can explore cute little European villages or cycle along placid country waterways. A themed tour also includes customised excursions that allow guests to pursue their interests in-depth.

Visit here to browse Barge Travel Connection’s range of awesome themed cruises.

 

4. They have insanely cool Early Bird offers

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With Barge Travel Connection, it’s so easy to save, thanks to their fantastic Early Bird offers.

Guests can lock in their dream barge cruise and save 10 percent off 2017 departures, or get a FREE helicopter tour when they book a cruise before 31 Dec 2016.

How awesome is that?!

 

5. They provide exceptional service & know their stuff

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The team at Barge Travel Connection pride themselves on their exceptional levels of customer service and expert destination knowledge – yep, these guys definitely know their stuff!

They’ll be able to help you choose the perfect cruise and itinerary to suit your needs. Then, once on the ground, Barge Travel Connection’s local operators will ensure your luxury barge cruise is as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

In sum: with Barge Travel Connection, you’re definitely in fantastic hands!

For full details on all their cruises, contact Barge Travel Connection on 1300 150 725, email info@bargetravel.com.au or simply visit www.bargetravel.com.au

Is cruising with Barge Travel Connection totally awesome or what?

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