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Extra, extra…Read all about Barge Lady Cruises!

By Stephanie Sack
Small Ship Cruises, barge cruise, Travel tips, France barge cruises, Europe Barge Cruises

Extra, extra, read all about Barge Lady Cruises!

Even the press knows that Barge Lady Cruises is newsworthy!

Over the years, our standard-setting expertise in all things barge cruising has been covered in prestigious publications such as Afar, Conde Nast Traveller, and Wine Enthusiast.

We are pleased to present these mentions below:

AFAR

Best for Planning a Canal Barge Cruise

It’s hard to talk about canal barge cruising without thinking of Ellen Sack, aka the Barge Lady and expert in the world of all things European barge cruising. Sack and her family-run travel company work as brokers for canal barge cruises in Europe, connecting travelers to the right sailing experience to suit their needs. From whole barge charters to booking an individual cabin on a classic barge, the world of canal barge cruises differs quite a bit from river cruises, offering slightly shorter itineraries in more intimate settings, accommodating anywhere between two and 20 people, compared to the upwards of 150 travelers that river cruise ships can host. You’ll find everything you need to know about sailing on waterways like the scenic Canal du Midi in the South of France or the Caledonian Canal in the Scottish Highlands with help from Sack and the rest of the Barge Lady crew.

Click here for more from AFAR.

Conde Nast Traveler

Barge Cruises on the inland waterways of Europe

Our differentiated offerings come from the philosophy that Barge Lady Cruises is professionally and personally honored to be part of people’s travels and the happy times in their lives! Our firsthand knowledge, extensive connections, and unparalleled contacts uniquely enables us to place our guests on the perfect barge from the outset. Because our longtime relationships with boat owners and barge management can be traced over 35 years, we then collaborate closely to ensure all birthdays, anniversaries, and retirements are celebrated onboard. Ultimately, Barge Lady guests are then welcomed to their “floating house party” as dear friends, not typical clients. We also maintain this personalized connection with our clients year-round through targeted email marketing, the best blog posts in the industry, and all sorts of fun social media.

Click here for more from Conde Nast Traveller.

Wine Enthusiast

The Best Cruises for Wine Lovers

Rather than float aboard a river boat, you can also cruise by barge. Antique canals meander through Europe’s countryside and lend themselves to such travel. Once used for cargo transport, these barges serve as floating boutique hotels along the preserved waterways. The refurbished ships are perfect for groups of 2 to 20 passengers seeking a wine program that takes them through places such as the Loire, Burgundy, or Alsace. Book at Barge Lady Cruises, as this Chicago-based team has experience with a variety of small ship cruises and is great for people who want to compare barging options and get travel advice.

Click here for more from Wine Enthusiast.

For even more media coverage, click here. For more about barge cruising, click here. To contact the Barge Ladies, click here.

 

 

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