European Waterways' New Luxury Hotel Barge 'Enchanté' for the South of France is Nearing Completion

WINDSOR, ENGLAND, June 2, 2009 - For the last few weeks, European Waterways' new luxury hotel barge, Enchanté, has been on the long journey South from the boatyard in Amsterdam where she has been completely rebuilt, to her eventual home in the South of France. Enchanté is the latest barge to join the 17 barge fleet and she will begin cruising on the Canal du Midi at the end of August.
 
Over the last nine months, Enchanté has been converted from a large Dutch barge carrying grain, into a luxurious floating hotel. During the conversion process, she even had a large mid section of the hull removed so that she will be able to fit into the smaller locks on the Canal du Midi.

 Cutting out the mid-section                                  Enchanté taking shape

She is currently cruising down the River Rhone (see left) and aims to arrive at her final destination of Capestang in the Midi later this week, where the extensive programme of fitting out will be completed.

When finished, Enchanté  will be a state-of-the-art hotel barge built to the highest standards of elegance and comfort, featuring exotic hardwoods and elegant furnishings.

There will be very comfortable accommodation for up to eight passengers in four double-bedded air-conditioned cabins, each with a lavish ensuite bathroom.

Enchanté's other facilities will include a spacious sundeck with comfortable loungers, al fresco dining area, hot tub, TV, DVD player and, of course, internet connection.

As with all Go Barging cruises, delicious gourmet meals will be expertly prepared by the on board chef and enhanced by excellent regional wines and an open bar.

Passengers on Enchanté will have a choice of two specially designed cruise itineraries that will highlight the most delightful parts of the Languedoc, Camargue and Midi regions of Southern France.

The rates for a 6 night/7 day cruise are from US$5,890 per person based on double occupancy in a cabin, or US$45,000 for an 8 passenger charter. Rates include all meals, wines, open bar, excursions, admittance fees and transfers.

Derek Banks, Europea
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