Emerald Star has introduced a new series of in-depth itinerary suggestions for 10 of its most inspiring destinations.
Understanding that many customers are first-time boaters excited about learning the ropes, Emerald Star has combined its decades of in-house expertise and local knowledge to create 10 perfectly balanced programmes, aimed at delivering a relaxed and memorable waterway experience.
The new fleet of itinerary suggestions cover some of Emerald Star’s best-selling holidays in France, Germany, England and Canada.
These hour-by-hour itineraries combine all the local must-see and lesser visited villages with Emerald Star’s own insider recommendations of where to stop, eat and explore – all without pushing the boat out.
As well as giving customers a realistic idea of what they can pack into their trips without going overboard, the well-balanced schedule suggestions are carefully designed to ensure holidaymakers enjoy the greatest possible self-drive boating adventure, whether they follow the routes verbatim or use them as a general guide. No boating license or experience necessary.
From where to stock up on provisions for a budget conscious purse and unmissable local delicacies, to ways to keep the kids entertained along the way or celebrate a special occasion, the itineraries are intended to complement the practical directions and boat instructions to bring each destination to life.
Cheryl Brown, Managing Director of Emerald Star, said: “We know it can be tempting for our guests to pack so much into their cruising experience that they return home as tired as when they set off. We hope that, by sharing our top tips of how to get the most out of some of our favourite trips, alongside a host of practical suggestions, we’ll not only take the hassle out of holiday planning, but also help keep all the family fully entertained while they’re away”.
Emerald Star already plans to boost its itinerary portfolio by introducing additional journeys over the coming weeks, with ones for Holland and Burgundy set to take the range up to a delightful dozen in June.
For holiday inspiration and to explore Emerald Star’s full range of expertly crafted itinerary suggestions, visit: https://www.emeraldstar.ie/boating-holidays/itineraries
Camargue, France A seven-night self-catered say in the Camargue region, from 12 August 2023, starting and finishing at Emerald Star’s base in Port Cassafières on board a Horizon 3 (sleeping seven), is priced from €4,249 per boat (was €4,999 per boat). Price includes renting the boat and its equipment, a fully equipped galley (kitchen), towels and linen for all passengers, a boat-handling demo, technical support, on-board cruising information, locks fee and navigation fee. Transport to and from the base is not included. New Camargue itinerary
Rideau Canal A seven-night self-catered stay on the Rideau Canal, from 19 August 2023, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Smith Falls on board a Horizon 1 boat (sleeping five), is priced from €3,471 (was €4,071per boat). Price includes renting the boat and its equipment, a fully equipped galley (kitchen), towels and linen for all passengers, a boat-handling demo, technical support, on-board cruising information, locks fee and moorings and navigation fee. Transport to and from the base is not included. New Rideau Canal itinerary
The Thames, England A seven-night self-catered stay on the Thames, from 19 August 2023, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Benson on board a Caprice boat (sleeping six), is priced from €1,849 (was €2,599 per boat), Price includes renting the boat and its equipment, a fully equipped galley (kitchen), towels and linen for all passengers, a boat-handling demo, technical support, on-board cruising information, locks fee and moorings and navigation fee. Transport to and from the base is not included. New Thames itinerary
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