Sunday, November 3, 2013

A France Barge Trip Is The Perfect Holiday

By Allyson Burke


Floating through the French countryside sounds like an relaxing vacation. Seeing the lushness of the interior of this country is possible by taking a France barge trip along the waterways and canals that flow through this land.

Many dislike the enormous cruise ships that cater to a lot of people. But a barge cruise doesn't focus on more, it hones in on the things less seen while traveling. Experiencing small towns and local people is possible when you are slowly meandering down a local river. Even more important these trips focus on you, as their guest, and making your vacation a relaxing and unique experience.

The barges that are utilized were once working boats that carried items people needed down the rivers. Stocked with coal or grain they maneuvered through the water providing local people with necessities. With renovation they now carry people to experience France in the most relaxed and simple of ways. The barges are not large so that they can fit through the many lochs along the rivers, but that adds to their charm.

Being that you are in France the focus is on food and wine. The water of Champagne, Burgundy, and the Upper Loire are not only exquisitely beautiful but give you look at the local people and their economy. Since you are often very close to the shoreline, it affords that you can step off and walk for a while getting some exercise. Being that the trip is all inclusive, you won't have to worry about opening your wallet, you just need to simply soak in all the culture and extravagance.

Since you are experiencing French culture, of course food and wine are a fundamental part of the cruises. All your meals are included in the price prepare for indulgence. From buttery croissants for breakfast to delicious French cuisine for dinner, you will find your palate enjoys the trip as much as you do. Most of the cruises also include stops at castles, wine growers, and other locations where you pair delicious fare with mouth-watering wine.

The paint color on the barges brings to mind the toys of a child, however, the rooms are anything but child's play. With fewer accommodations available, all the focus is on detail and comfort for guests on the boat. Larger rooms with beautiful appointments allow your stay to feel comfortable and sumptuous. With fewer guests you also receive the exclusive attention of the staff leaving you feeling pampered and truly rested.

The rivers and lochs you pass through are not large. This means that oftentimes you can reach out and touch the shore. This allows you to hop off the boat and walk alongside for some exercise if you wish, or perhaps the focus of your trip is simple to sit and take everything in while sipping a glass of wine, either way this is a one of a kind experience. Since you are surrounded by locals the cruises offer small trips to experience the loveliness of the land you are floating through whether that be tasting local wines or meandering through the ruins of a castle.

There is so much a France barge trip can bring to your vacation plans. Besides discovering a love of cruising, you will also have a relaxing vacation where you will learn something of a culture while being pampered. This is a trip of perfection.




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