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Enjoy unforgettable family-friendly barge cruises through Europe’s scenic waterways. Experience kid-friendly activities, cultural excursions, and all-inclusive comfort—perfect for multi-generational holidays and adventures for all ages.

Here are our most highly recommended cruises for those seeking barges, birds and blooms this springtime.

Discover the importance of the French Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée system and the significance on your favourite French cheese and wines!

There are quirky historical stories to be discovered all over the French city of Narbonne... you just need to know where to look!

Discover the rich and creamy flavour of Roquefort cheese, a classic French fromage. Perfectly paired with Muscat grapes, figs, or walnuts - served on our Canal du Midi cruises...

You may think that only river and ocean cruises are synonymous with a premium experience, but hotel barge cruises are every bit, if not more, luxurious! Here's why...

If you're a civil engineering buff, the waterways of France will provide much to marvel over (and under, and through!)

The spectacular fortress of Carcassonne is the best-preserved medieval fortress in the world and has served as inspiration to the castles of fairy tales

Explore the origins of the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery at the picturesque port-town of Marseillan in the South of France

Languedoc Wine Guide: All you need to know about one of the largest wine producing regions in the world

The Ultimate Guide to the Canal du Midi - History, interesting facts, maps, nearby towns and villages, places of interest and lots more!

The olive press of l’Oulibo is located on the banks of the Canal du Midi. Those on a cruise aboard Enchanté can stop by and taste the famous Lucques olives.

Spooky castles, flower auctions and olive farms... take a look here at some of our favourite unique excursions.

The cruising highlight for many guests is the opportunity to experience canal locks first hand. Don't miss these two incredible experiences.

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