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(21 Guests, First Class) - Fleur de Lys
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(12 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - Papillon
(4-6 Guests, Deluxe) - Prosperite
(8 Guests, Ultra Deluxe) - Savoir Vivre
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(8 Guests, Deluxe) - Who Knows
(4-6 Guests, Casual Class)
- Amaryllis
- Canal Du Midi
- Provence - Carmargue
- Bordeaux
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- Upper Loire
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La Nouvelle Etoile
Upper Loire Cruise
Passengers: 8Size: 128 feet long
Last Visited: 2007 in Holland
2008 in France
Rating: Ultra Deluxe, A/C
2012 Regular Season rates
Whole-Boat Charter for 8: $52,900Individuals: $6,900
per person in a double occupancy cabin
Single Supplement: $3,250
2012 Regular Season Dates
| June 3 - 9 | Auxerre to Moret-sur-Loing |
| June 10 - 16 | Moret-sur-Loing to Briare |
| June 17 - 23 | Briare to Moret-sur-Loing |
| June 24 - 30 | Moret-sur-Loing to Briare |
| July 1 - 7 | Briare to Moret-sur-Loing |
| July 8 - 14 | Moret-sur-Loing to Auxerre |
LA NOUVELLE ETIOLE opened a new route in 2010, the Upper Loire. This is a route of many contrasts - from the magnificance of the royal chateau at Fountainbleau to the quiet villages and landmarks dating from hundreds of years ago. Flower bedecked towns such as Montargis and Moret-sur-Loing provide a glimpse into the talent of the French people for creating beauty everywhere.
Into this lovely and authentic area, NOUVELLE ETOILE provides the most luxorious possible "floating hotel" experience. Owners Jan and Diana Meijer run one of the most accomplished and congenial operations in barging - beginning with the vessel itself. NOUVELLE ETOILE boasts a long list of innovations: an elevator, a handicap access cabin, computers in every cabin (with e-mail and a navigational system that the passengers can access), an exercise room, a washer and dryer for the guests and sput poles that allow the barge to stop anywhere without tying up.
NOUVELLE ETOILE ("New Star") is the dream barge of Captain Meijer, who was born into a Dutch shipping familly - and thus knows more than the average barge captain about design and navigation. But not at the expense of elegance and comfort!
The spacious suites boast oversized showers, double sinks and rich interiors design. The salon-dining room is designed for socializing. Guests congregate at the gorgeous bar. There is lots of good seating - even a piano for those so inclined.
The Meijers run a top operation - one defined by divine cuisine, the depth and breadth of the wine selection, and extremely literate sightseeing. This attractive couple is front and center; tending bar, pouring champagne, and creating a lighthearted on-board ambiance.
The Barge Lady and her husband Monsieur Le Barge Lady criused in summer, 2008. Please go to The Barge Lady Blog for my day to day diary of this fabulous trip! We now understand due to our own first-hand experience why Jan and Diana have so many repeat guests!