Destinations 
- France
- Northern Burgundy
- Southern Burgundy
- Amaryllis
(8 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - Bonheur
(4 Guests, Casual Class) - Caprice
(21 Guests, First Class) - Fandango
(4-6 Guests, Deluxe) - Fleur de Lys
(6 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - L'Impressionniste
(12 Guests, Deluxe) - Nenuphar
(12 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - Papillon
(4-6 Guests, Deluxe) - Prosperite
(8 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - Savoir Vivre
(8 Guests, Casual Class) - Who Knows
(4-6 Guests, Casual Class)
- Amaryllis
- Canal Du Midi
- Provence - Carmargue
- Bordeaux
- Alsace-Lorraine
- Champagne
- Paris
- Loire Valley
- Upper Loire
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Feedback on the Barge Lady
"We had an absolutely fantastic time! Your choice of Paris hotels was great; they were well positioned and lovely. We will certainly recommend your agency to our friends."
"I appreciated Ellen's 1)availability 2) knowledge 3) opinions 4) sensitivity"
"The Barge Lady arranged hotels, van coverage airport to hotel and hotel to airport, plus barge matters very efficiently. 800 number a blessing. Both hotels were excellent."
"Jim and I have returned from our French Country Waterways cruise in a total state of euphoria. We had the best time. Our whole trip was perfect!"
"You nailed it as far as matching us to the appropriate barge. There are no words to express how much fun we had with everyone on the Elisabeth!"
"You will be interested to hear that, thanks to you, we were the only travellers on-board who had a daily itinerary and maps. Our travelling companions thought it such a good idea that a photocopier was found at our first town and copies made for all!"
"Pre-trip information and consultation was excellent. The information we received and the advise given ensured that we would be at the pick-up point on time and rested. The Barge Lady handled our arrangements exceptionally well."
"Ellen, your operation is very impressive - attention to detail is phenomenal."
"Ellen made accomodations for our pre and post barge trip, for which we are appreciative. The Paris hotel was wonderful. She also sent us a wonderful book "Hungry for Paris" which we read prior to our trip and enjoyed very much. It gave us some great insights into dining in Paris and reviews of restuarants. We took it along with us on the trip, just in case. We donated it to the Nouvelle Etoile library as we thought it would make a nice addition to their on-board collection."
"WOW...Thank you so much for recommending the Nouvelle Etoile. It was the most luxurious barge we have ever sailed on, but you know that. Thank you for everything you did for us and our friends to make it such a wonderful holiday."
"You truly know your niche and targeted us as well. The excursions, guide, food, itinerary, cabins, other passengers, activities, everything was wonderful!"
"We had a fabulous time! You knew we would. Thanks so much for letting us know about the Napoleon cruise - it was superb!"
"You were just an absolute pleasure to work with! Every single thing went off without a hitch - including the special birthday cake and champagne that was delivered to my mom's room at the Raphael. The entire adventure was so much more than any of us expected, but most importantly, my mom had the greatest birthday ever. Thank you so much for your hard work and expert knowledge!"
"Thank you for all your help with the arrangements! If I should find myself in the position to book another fabulous barge vacation, you will be the first to know. In the meantime, I will be sure to recommend you to my friends."
"We absolutely loved the cruise. The hotel in Paris that The Barge Lady booked for us was perfect: pretty, all the amenities and the nicest, most accommodating staff I have met anywhere in my travels."
"Our trip was splendid and I appreciate The Barge Lady's help in guiding us to L'Impressionniste. I had very high expectations for this cruise and they were often exceeded."
"We thought that after our first totally successful barge cruise that this trip would not measure up, but it did. The Barge Lady really knows her business."
"Ellen Sack, The Barge Lady represents only the finest in the barge cruise business - as repeat customers we could not have been happier with our week in Provence. Maybe England or Germany next time and there will be a next time!"
"Barge Lady Extraordinaire, thank you so much for pairing us with EMMA. We could not have been happier and cannot wait for our next barge cruise."
"It was beyond exceptionally fabulous!!! Thanks for your wonderful guidance!!!"
"We asked you for a recommendation and you matched our requirements perfectly."
"Jerry and I cannot thank you enough for your kindness in answering our questions regarding our barge trip on the Savoir Faire. Chris Bennett had many nice things to say about you...as did we. Thank you again for your "above and beyond"...and we will certainly recommend YOU when any of our friends want to take a barge cruise."
"Our whole group thanks you for all your efforts in making our trip so enjoyable...even the drivers were wonderful and the weather perfect. Let's keep in touch about a future trip!"
"We made a great decision by trying barging. The service provided by The Barge lady- both on the phone and on the web - is outstanding."
"Your recommendations could not have been more on the mark. Thanks a zillion. We're looking forward to our next barge cruise!"
"Ellen was easy to reach by phone or e-mail if we had questions - she provided hotel information and suggestions for Paris."
"We will definitely do another barge trip, probably in 2010. I felt like I had my very own travel guide with The Barge Lady directing our trip. Thanks, Ellen, for making a memorable trip."
"Ellen, you were extremely helpful; our trip would not have been the same without you. The barge people in France also speak highly of you. This was a great way to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary."
"Elisabeth was truly the right choice for our family. I'm so happy I found you, Ellen, and put my trust in you."
"The pre-trip information was perfect - very clear and correct. The other passengers - who were not Barge Lady guests - did not have any of the information we did."
"Thank you again for helping us select such a fabulous boat. Working with you was so easy - you are so knowledgeable and efficient - it made the whole process seem like a breeze."
"You were so expert in your handling of this vacation. We cannot thank you enough. We will remember this barge trip with smiles on our faces. We admire you all for your expertise and effort to bring so much enjoyment to us. Keep up the great work!"
" We used you this year and only want to use you for any other barge cruise. The arrangements for the transfers to and from Paris were wonderful."
"Another great experience and week of total relaxation. I certainly will continue using the Barge Lady as there are no surprises!"
"I so appreciated being able to e-mail Ellen with my questions and getting an immediate response."
"My family calls it 'The Trip of a Lifetime!' I agree! Thanks to you, everything went off according to schedule. Both the hotel and barge cruise were perfect. I hope to send you referrals. If I had anything to do with it, everyone I know would be calling you."
"Thank you for helping us make the right choice. When we boarded, we found we had received far more information than had most of the other passengers."
"Kudos to Ellen Sack, The Barge Lady: Without meeting us personally, she knew exactly what we wanted and made it happen down to the last detail!"
"Your organization, preparation, thoroughness, planning and communication for the trip were great.Hotels were comfortable and convenient and just the type we enjoy on our travels. Train selections were comfortable and timely. And your recommendation for the barge was just what we needed to celebrate our 50th Anniversary in a most fitting manner."
"Thank you Barge Lady, for your insights and due diligence. It made us much more comfortable in making the selection that we did and we're glad to have had the benefit of your expertise."