Private charters on the Nivernais canal

Happy New year to you all.

I'm delighted to start the year with a truly fantastic offer on the beautiful barge The Randle.
She cruises on the Nivernais canal, one of the most unspoilt canals in Burgundy and can cater for up to 4 in two cabins.
The master cabin has a double bed, while the second cabin has two good sized bunks.

Already highly competitively priced, we are currently offering a 15% discount for all 2012 cruises confirmed by January 31st.
If you fancy the ultimate romantic break, why not book a private charter for 2, and save an incredible 25%....

A litte bijou.... The Randle

I'm delighted to add this new boat The Randle to our website at
www.hotelsafloat.com

The Randle offers half board charters for up to 4 on the breath-taking Nivernais canal in Burgundy.
Soak up the history and sample some great wines in places such as Chablis, Vezelay and Bailly..
Tim and his crew of matelot and cordon bleu chef, are excellent hosts with an infectious affection for the region.

Very reasonable rates for a truly memorable cruise whether you wish to simply sit back and relax, or learn how to pilot such a mejestic boat....

Visit our site for more details or call me on +33 380 39 29 38.

I look forward to hearing from you...

Indian summer!

Much of Europe is currently enjoying an Indian Summer. To celebrate, we are offering a variety of discounts of up to 40% on selected self drive cruises in October!
Come and see the vineyards and woodlands in their autumn hues... Simply stunning on a misty morning as the sun rises.

The Nivernais Loire and the Burgundy canal are both particularly beautiful at this time of year.

With boats to suit from 2-12, we are sure to have something to suit... Why not give us a call on +33 614 250 200 to discuss your holiday plans today.....

I look forward to your call...

Autumn colours....

The wine harvest is drawing to a close and the leaves will soon begin changing colour here in France... The weather is still beautiful... cool, fresh sunlit mornings and warm afternoons...
This is the ideal time to visit the Loire and the Nivernais where the colours are simply outstanding in the autumn.

We are offering discounts of 20% for all September and October cruises with our Nicols fleet, which has a range of modern style cruisers to suit from 2-12...

If you fancy a more traditional boat, why not hire a Euro Classic? These authentic steel barges are based at Vermenton and St Florentin enabling our guests to explore the beautiful river Yonne, Nivernais and Burgundy canals....

The season begins with.... RAIN!

The cruising season has now officially opened. If only I could organise the weather as efficiently as I can find my guests a cruise to suit them!

Since last week, the weather has been decided changeable with some great sunshine, ideal for outside cruising, but also some torrential rain. The Burgundy canal was closed to navigation at the beginning of the week due to high water levels.
I was relieved to enjoy two sunny days, but the rain is back with us again today. Sorry Mr Loren!

Still, to cheer us all up, I have some great offers this month should you be looking for a cruise here in France slightly later in the season.
With Le Boat, I can offer these great discounts:

20% off for any April cruise: It won't rain all month!!

In the Alsace, cruising from Hesse, and in Burgundy Franche Comte : 10% off in May and July, and 15% off in June

In the Midi: 10% off in June and July

In the Nivernais: 10% off in October: This is a great month to visit this rural region to see the fantastic autumnal colours

Email us now on hotelsafloat@aol.com
or call me on +33 380 39 29 38 for information.

The Nivernais canal

The Nivernais canal is one of the most beautiful in France. The scenery changes as you cruise gently along from rolling hills, to vineyards to cliffs! For the sporty, there is an excellent cycling path and for those who would rather take it easy, there is the Luciole.

This beautiful hotel barge, originally a working barge transporting goods, was loving converted by it's current owners, John and Penny Lilley, to accomodate up to 14 guests in comfortable, homely surroundings.

When I have been fortunate enough to visit, Penny has made me most welcome, and I have come away with a smile on my face and a full stomach! Yes, Penny and her cook prepare some of the most sumptious meals to be had aboard a boat. Her secret? Fresh ingredients bought daily and prepared with the utmost care. I only wish that I had more free time so that I could arrange an inspection trip each season!

This season has proved difficult for many hotel barges, and indeed a number of the larger barges have disappeared. John and Penny have fared extraordinarily well with many weeks completely sold out. The secret? A fresh approach ie adapting to the current market place with a number of tempting discounts.

We still have a few cabins available, and are currently offering an incredible deal: Just 2000 USD per person! This represents a saving of about 40%. Dates remaining are July 19th, July 26th, and August 9th.

Call me on +33 380 39 29 38 or email me at hotelsafloat@aol.com

for the deal of a lifetime!

Luciole hotel barge prices reduced!

More good news for those of you looking for a bargain! Hotel barge Luciole have reduced their prices for all cruises up to August 29th!
The Luciole cruises on the beautiful Nivernais canal and is available on a charter basis or cabin basis. She can accomodate up to 14 guests: There are three double cabins, three twin cabins and 2 singles.
The published rates for 2009 were 3450 - 3750 USD per person on a cabin basis. These rates have been slashed to just 2950 USD per person.
Charter rates have also been dramatically reduced:
10 guests can now charter for beween 30000 and 36000 USD, while 12 guests will pay from 32000 to 40000 USD, depending upon dates.
Should you be a group of 14, prices are from 36000 USD to 42000 USD.
These prices represent savings of between 6000 USD and 8000 USD!
Luciole is featured on our main site at
www.hotelsafloat.com
so you can step aboard now to take a peek!

With a number of prime dates still available, please contact us with your requirements to see just how much money you can save.

Discounted cruises!

Hi everyone.
In the current economic climate, everyone is looking for a bargain, and today I have just that!
We are currently offering a 40% discount on a hotel barge cruising on the Nivernais canal, a discount which has never been seen before.
If you would prefer a cruise on the Burgundy canal, we have the best value vessel there too and are currently offering a 20% discount.
I know that some of you would love to cruise on a hotel barge again this year, but fear that the prices are beyond your reach. With these discounts, we can help you fulfill your dreams!
Just call or email me for details at
hotelsafloat@aol.com
+33 614 25 02 00

We are cutting the rates, not the standards! Here at Hotels Afloat we are passing on these incredible savings.