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Boating holidays in ltaly • LAGUNA DI VENEZIA • TRIESTE, FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA • LAGUNE DI CAORLE, MARANO, GRADO • RIVIERA DEL BRENTA E PADOVA • TREVISO E FIUME SILE • DELTA DEL PO

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elcome to the world of waterways cruising

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f you are looking for a different holiday, do not look any further! From the water you can enjoy a holiday with a new prospective. With your family or your friends you'll be able to pass a really special holiday, visiting romantic places full of charm, exploring exciting cities or simply relaxing on board after a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. We want you to have a holiday to remember...

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We build and sell new cruisers and electric vessels Pag 4 To all avid Golf fans Pag 5 Discovering the Italian waterways Pag 6 Itineraries Pag 11 New Tourist Guide Pag 12 Planning your holiday together Pag 13 Not only in water… Pag 14 Select your cruiser Pag 15 The fleet Pag 19 Every answer you need! Pag 20 A new world to discover


e build and sell new cruisers and electric vessels

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Dedicated to professionals and charter companies, all our boats are stylish and safe, very comfortable, and environmental friendly, due to a specific hull design which avoid waves during the navigation. Standing on this solid base, we are now ready to introduce in the market our last innovative products, Minetto and Dogale, in honour of the Venetian tradition.

www.minuetto-line.com

www.dogale-line.com


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o all avid Golf fans

e offer you the chance to combine your passion for golf with an unforgettable holiday cruising on one of our luxurious boats. During your weekly holiday you can play in the best golf courses of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, many of which have an agreement with us, as well as visit Venice, Trieste and other important tourist and historic localities of the North East part of Italy. In one week you can choose at least 3 golf courses, having the time to travel from one destination to another, and still have plenty of free time.

GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS www.italiangolfholiday.com info@italiangolfholiday.com


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iscovering the Italian waterways

legant and historic, this unique region offers diverse cruising areas; from the famous Lagoon separated by the sea by an offshore bar forming some fabulous beaches and characterized by more than 80 islands to cruise around including Venice of course, to the natural parks of the Sile and the Delta.

You can visit the amazing and monumental Trieste, not far away from the navigable way. Leaving from our new modern base in Precenicco, on the Northern part of the region, or from Porto Levante , South of the Venetian Lagoon, follow all our suggestions for an unforgettable vacation.

Padova and Treviso, two of the most important north east Italian cities are easily reachable; the Brenta Canal will take you between magnificent villas belonging to Italian nobility.

Don’t forget! You are on holidays! The waterways you encounter are easy to navigate. You will find that travelling on water is extremely pleasant!

Turning the prow towards North, the beaches in Veneto and in Friuli offer natural beauty and famous tourist locations , among them Jesolo, Caorle and Grado, known and appreciated throughout Europe.


i tinerary The Litoranea Veneta and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Precenicco, the last new base, gives you the chance to discover the Litoranea Veneta, the ancient navigable way used by Venetians to trade their goods in the inland parts of the North-East. This exclusive itinerary runs through interesting and pleasant old town centres, that hide the history and traditions of the Italian culture, and delightful landscapes that will make you remain amazed. The best Adriatic golden beaches are never far away; around Caorle, Lignano and Grado you’ll certainly find an ideal mooring to reach them. Don’t lose the chance to pass one day in Trieste: the old Maritime Republic is today one of the European cultural capitals and it is only few kilometres away from your itinerary. The old town of Aquileia, which offers very good mooring facilities, is an open sky museum, where ancient Roman ruins are visible. The old restored historical centres look like paintings; spend some time visiting them, discovering the hidden monuments and the bustling little fishing ports or tasting the local delicacies.

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1 WEEK Round back cruise (22 h - 4 locks - 4 movable bridges) Departure base Precenicco Precenicco - Marano Lagunare - Aquileia - Grado - Cervignano - Lignano Caorle and back This itinerary carries you to the discovery of the Friuli Venezia Giulia, a region of history and traditions. The navigation is much more relaxed and calm than in the Venetian Lagoon. Canals have no banks, there is no current, and the landscape changes from narrow canals to wide lagoons. 2 WEEKS One way cruise (35 h - 4 locks - 6 movable bridges) Departure base Precenicco – arrival base Casale Precenicco - Aquileia - Grado - Cervignano - Lignano - Marano Lagunare Bibione - Caorle - Jesolo - San Donà - Treviso – Casale The right time to cover the entire fluvial itinerary. In the Friulan lagoons you can visit historical centres as Aquileia, a thousendyears-old town, Grado, called the Northern little Venice, and Caorle, with its

amazing beaches. Lagoons here are less crowded then the Venetian one, giving the time to enjoy natural landscapes, without the problem to look for the nightly mooring. Don’t lose the chance to visit Trieste, a city of European culture. Lastly, we cannot forget that we are in the Collio, a large hill area in which the clime and the ground particularities create a perfect combination for the production of one of the best wines in the world. SHORT BREAK Round back cruise (15 h - NO locks - NO movable bridges) Departure base Precenicco Precenicco – Marano Lagunare – Aquileia – Grado and back An intense and rich experience running through Marano’s Lagoon, Aquileia and Grado, and visiting their famous and typical town centres.


i tinerary Venice The magic city, where time no longer flows, and magic is all around you. This unique part on the Italian coast offers a diverse cruising area and has fewer locks that many other European destinations. This holiday offers you plenty of opportunities: from swimming to bird watching, fishing and sun bathing The heart of the cruising round is Venice, the most beautiful city in the world. Wander through the many narrow alleyways called “calli”, visit the famous S. Marco Square, the Rialto Bridge from which you’ll get the best view of the Grand Canal, and discover some Venice’s Gothic palaces (most notably is the Palazzo Ducale), or just relax at one of the many cafes and enjoy the atmosphere. Further on, discover the Venice Lagoon and the real essence of the Venetian lifestyle, there are more than 80 islands to cruise around, including the famous ones of Murano, Burano and Torcello, and the less famous but remarkable ones of S.Francesco, S.Erasmo e Pellestrina.

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i tinerary Treviso and the Sile river park Our base at Casale is situated along the river Sile, that meanders along from Treviso against a backdrop lined with small interesting towns and traditional Italian villas with picturesque gardens. Treviso, called “Water city”, is an amazing city full of Italian art, museums and restaurants.

Padova and the Brenta Riviera The Brenta will take you to the city of Padova where you can discover the history of some important Italian artists such as Giotto and Galileo Galilei. Passing through the old river towns of Mira, Dolo and Strà take the chance to visit some magnificent Palladian villas.

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1 WEEK One Way cruise (20h - 5 locks) Departure base Porto Levante or Casale Porto Levante - Chioggia - Pellestrina - Lido di Venezia - Venezia Burano - Murano - Torcello - Jesolo - Treviso - Casale in either directions This itinerary is ideal to cruising the islands on the northern and southern lagoon. We put at you entire disposal a selection of berths for the night mooring, so that you will not lose any of the century old Venetian tradition. Enjoy nice beaches, famous historical monuments, and typical restaurants that you’ll find on your route, and relax on your vessel deck in the sunshine. This is the right itinerary to discover with calm all the aspects of the Venetian lifestyle. 1 WEEK Round back cruise (25h - 12 locks - 14 movable bridges) Departure base Casale Casale - Treviso - Burano - Venezia - Riviera del Brenta - Padova Lido - return You will encounter many different sceneries on the way. The river Sile is a natural park, along the side of which you will encounter magnificent traditional villas immersed into green gardens. In the wide northern lagoon you can navigate in between the most famous islands of Burano, Torcello, Murano, where the old tradition of lace-making and glass blow is still present. Along the Brenta Riviera you can stop and visit some famous summer Venetian villas, like the Villa Foscari Malcontenta and Villa Pisani Nazionale. In the city of Padova you will admire the world famous painting of Giotto, or the observatory of Galileo Galilei. SHORT BREAK Round back cruise (15h) Departure base Porto Levante or Casale Porto Levante - Chioggia - Lido di Venezia - Venezia - return (6 locks) Casale - Burano - Torcello - Venezia - return (2 locks) Our bases are so closed to Venice that they are ideal also for a short cruise, just reduce the time spent of the different island to adapt to your available time. 2 WEEKS One Way cruise (35h - 16 locks - 18 movable bridges)) Departure base Porto Levante or Casale Porto Levante - Chioggia - Lido di Venezia - Venezia - Riviera del Brenta - Padova - Murano - Burano - Torcello - Punta Sabbioni Jesolo - Treviso - Casale - in either directions With 2 weeks available you’ll not miss any of the opportunities we may offer you. You can spend some days on the famous beaches of Jesolo or Lido, navigate along the Brenta Riviera up to Padova and visiting the villas along the way, designed by architects following the Palladio’s tendencies, enjoy the flavours of the local cuisine, and drink a cold glass of wine standing on the deck of your boat comfortably moored at Burano island.


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The Po Delta natural park The large Delta, with its seven branches that streak like a large open hand the Polesine Valley, characterized by wonderful landscapes and by the river mouths, extends in front of us like an actual paradise, in which water and land give origin to a unique waterway system for extension and natural appeal. The territory, called small "Mesopotamia", between the Po and the Adige rivers, is fascinating for its unspoilt beauty, but it's also an area of great interest for its history. Here you can find a testimony of glorious civilizations - Greek, Roman and especially Etruscan. Not to miss the national archaeological museum of Adria, the land reclamation museum of Ca' Vendramin, the Scardovari valley, where bright hydraulic engineering works for constant water supply now allow the breeding of mussels and clams, and the Po of Maistra, the wildest branch of the whole park.

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ruising suggestions

1 WEEK Round back cruise (25h - 2 locks - 2 movable bridges) Departure base Porto Levante Porto Levante - Porto Viro - Ariano - Mesola - Goro - Po di Gnocca - Po di Maistra - Porto Barricata - return You can navigate in the bigger Italian River, the Po. The suggested attractive are birdwatching, fish (a real paradise of anglers) and biking along the cycle paths on the bank of the river. The flora and the fauna of the Maistra Po are not to miss. The itinerary is quite and relaxed, so far away from the stress of the day life SHORT BREAK Round back cruise (14h - 2 locks) Departure base Porto Levante Porto Levante - Porto Viro - Po di Maistra -Po di Tolle Porto Barricata - return A short itinerary which touch the wild sand beaches of Barricata, the most beautiful areas of the natural park and the impressive cycle path of the Sacca degli Scardovari, where you can see the shell intensive farm.


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ew Tourist Guide To let you plan your holiday at best, we have studied and realized a new tourist guide that can be ordered to our office in advance, and which will be post directly to your home

This complete and constantly upgraded road book includes the nautical map of the region, the description of the waterways, the right instructions to navigate the Venice lagoon and a selection of the most important bike tours. All these suggestions will offer you the chance to try the region’s local specialities ad enjoy the typical Venetian life style in term of planning you day and night time.

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your perfect holiday just a click away A new internet web site, renewed in contents and graphics will give you the possibility to access the Houseboat universe without barriers. Through the web site you may, get real-time information on the fluvial itineraries we are proposing, consult our special offers and enjoy all the advantages we have prepared…thinking of you.

So, don’t wait any longer and link to www.houseboat.it Your perfect cruise experience is only a click away…


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lanning your holiday together

verybody can drive Do you really think driving a cruiser is difficult? Do you think a previous experience is necessary? Don’t worry! Most of our clients are not sailor men, but mainly beginners discovering this new amazing holiday experience for the first time in their lifes. On arrival our team will give you all the information you will need and will be happy to teach you how to handle the boat. Our boats are so easy to handle that no licence is required.

A non-expensive holiday Do you think a boating holiday is too expensive? Take your time to calculate the price per person per week; you’ll be really surprised realizing that it’ll be cheaper than what you thought…

The cruise you choose SHORT BREAKS Long weekends or mini-week breaks are easy to organise outside the high cruising season and are perfect way to break the tedium of everyday routines. 1 WEEK - ONE WAY TRIP Great if you want to see as much as possible and take in all the sights. Pick up your boat at one base and drop it off at another. We’ll organise transfers for you or your car.

1 WEEK - ROUND TRIP For a more leisurely pace and longer stops on the way. This is the best way to enjoy your holiday time. 2 WEEKS OR PLUS For people who want to enjoy our boat longer by spending several weeks in their favourite cruising region.


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Vacation cannot be considered complete, without coupling navigation to the land excursions we propose for you

For you we have studied a selection of itineraries for cycles allowing you to enjoy all the beauty, both natural and architectural that are close to the rivers. Leave the boat securely moored in a safe harbour and jump on land!!! Circular routes of a few kilometre’s duration, ideal for an outing or longer ones lasting a half day are the ideal epitome of navigation. Children can at times follow the boat from land pedalling along the cycle lanes for a few kilometres and then be pulled in again on the boat in a point different from the start. Some of the most important islands in Venice’s lagoon are considered to be real sanctuaries for cyclists. Important museums and monuments await you around the corner, as well as typical small-town markets and local feasts. An opportunity to get into local culture and traditions that cannot be given up.

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he table is ready!!! Your vacation cannot be considered complete without having tasted the famous local regional cuisine. Our local food and delicious delicatessen will become a real highlight throughout your holiday. Navigate next to the famous Collio, a production area of high quality and DOC wines in Friuli. Fresh fish from Venice’s lagoon prepared according the most fanciful recipes, the famous red radicchio (rahdeekkeeio) from Treviso, the rice specialties from the Padana Valley; each day a different flavour and the mirror to local culture. But don’t limit yourself to restaurants. There are many small local markets where it’s possible to buy many things at very convenient prices. The well-known fish markets of the Po Delta and in Chioggia are open every morning and you can go and bargain for the purchase of the best fish available, in the small-town markets you will find the best specialties and will discover simple and tasty ways to enjoy them, even without spending much time in cooking them. Further, do not forget to bring home something typical from each location visited, in order to re-live with friends and acquaintances memories of your vacation.

Do you need an idea?

Aperitif: “Spritz” Aperol - Prosecco di Conegliano Entrance: Baccalà - “Sarde in Saor” (marinated sardines served with oil and onions) First course: Spaghetti allo scoglio - Risotto al nero di seppia (rise served with cuttlefish ink) Second course: grilled fish - fried fish Dessert: “Buranèi” biscuits. Enjoy them with a glass of red wine Wine: Collio’s DOC wine, red or white


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Innovation

On board equipment

In 2011 we offer you the most modern Italian and European fleet. The substitution of the oldest boats and the production of high quality and technologic new boats guarantee you the best choice in terms of comfort and relaxation.

The galleys are fully equipped with cutlery and crockery, gas hob, an oven, grill and refrigerator. For mobile phones and any other 12V appliances, there is at least one cigarette lighter socket on board. We can provide 12V hairdryers and mobile phones precharged. Every boat is equipped with warm air heating and a full range of deck equipment including a boat hook, a lifebuoy, deck mop and ropes.

Comfort Each boat features a lightly and airy interior and the spacious daytime saloons are tastefully decorated, with a settee converting to a bed on some models. Boats are generally equipped with CD radios systems to allow you to listen your favourite music.Others with TVs and DVDs. Each boat has separated cabins, most with en-suite bathrooms complete with shower, 220V razor point, washbasin and porcelain toilet. A complete set of bed linen is provided for each berth, including pillowcases, sheets and duvets. On some of the boats we provide a bimini, alternatively a classical sun umbrella with heavy base take place on the south deck.

Some of our boats are equipped with wheel chair lift to easily reach the fly bridge from internal dinette.

Your own boat Dedicated to professionals and charter companies, all our boats are stylish and safe, very comfortable, and environmental friendly, due to a specific hull design which avoid waves during the navigation. Standing on this solid base, we are now ready to introduce in the market our last innovative products, Minetto and Dogale, in honour of the Venetian tradition.

www.minuetto-line.com

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A full tank of diesel allows you to cruise for around 35 hours and a full water tank will last for two or three days. Domestic batteries are used to power the appliances such as lighting, refrigeration and heating and are recharged by the engine. The hot water is generated by running the engine.

Each boat holds safety equipment such as fire blanket and fire extinguisher. As well as first aid box. On board you’ll also find a cruising guide providing maps of your route, and showing where to moor or fill up the water tank, as well as indicating locks.

On some models we have fitted shore power allowing 24 hour running of the appliances as well as 220V a socket.

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8 berths (6+2) - dimensions: 13,70 x 4,10

Discover the modern new manufactured Italian boat, the top class cruiser for customers who want to enjoy the highest quality of their holiday. Minuetto is the first boat projected and built following the Italian tradition, leader in the world for high quality yachts, and in line with the most modern design tendencies, answering to the requirement of a pilot who properly see himself navigate on a top style luxurious boat. Ideal 8 persons boat, with 3 double rooms and a convertible dinette. 2 rooms offer the possibility to convert the beds from 1 double to 2 singles. The front shower room and bathroom are separated, and the back bathroom is enormous. Boat is equipped with electric flush toilets, to give the best comfort. 2 steering positions and the external sun bimini will ensure to the pilot the best comfort in all seasons. The boat is equipped with a complete kitchen and a big size refrigerator, further than a powerful heating system for the winter cruises.

MINUETTO TO PURCHASE www.minuetto-line.com info@minuetto-line.com


Royal Magnifique Completely refurbished upholstery and floor carpets and equipped with new flat TV + DVD player. 2 rear cabins, with 2 singles convertible into a double bed, each with bathroom. 2 front cabins with double bed. 3 showers, 3 toilets and washbasins. All toilets are flush electric, for the best comfort onboard. Spacious central saloon with sliding door to the deck and settees that convert into a double bed. Double steering position inside and outside on the spacious sundeck with permanent seating. CD player and microwaves. Bow electric propeller - bimini on the sundeck - cabin air cooling. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

completely renewed in 2010 10 sleeps (8+2) dimensions: 14,50 x 4,10

Royal Mystique Luxurious boat designed with 2 spacious bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, each fully equipped with electric flush toilets. The big saloon can be converted in double bedroom. Features include flat TV and DVD player and modern spacious kitchen. The boat can supply 220V during navigation to all uses, including an electric BBQ on the deck. Air cooling and heating system are present onboard. 2 steering positions equipped with bow thrusters and the external sun bimini will ensure to the pilot the best comfort in all seasons. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

6 sleeps (4+2) dimensions: 13,25 X 4,10


Salsa 2 rear cabins, with 2 singles convertible into a double bed, each with bathroom. 2 central cabins with double deb. 2 showers, 2 toilets and washbasins. Spacious front saloon with double steering position deck and settees that convert into a double bed. Front direct access. All cabins with extra long beds. Bow thrusters, cabin fans and bimini on the sundeck. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

10 sleeps (8+2) dimensions: 14,25 x 4,10

Classique S 2 rear cabins, with 2 singles convertible into a double bed, each with bathroom. 2 front cabins, one with double bed and the other with cross over single bunk beds. 3 showers, 3 toilets and washbasins. Spacious central saloon with sliding door to the deck. Double steering position inside and outside on the spacious outside deck. CD player - bow electric propeller - bimini on the sundeck - cabin air cooling. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

8 sleeps dimensions: 12,80 x 4,10

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8 sleeps dimensions: 12,80 x 4,10

Completely refurbished upholstery and floor carpets for the best comfort. 2 front cabins, one with double bed and the other with cross over single bunk beds. 2 separate showers and 2 toilet compartments front and back. Spacious central saloon with sliding door to the deck. Double steering position inside and outside on the spacious outside deck. CD player - bow electric propeller bimini on the sundeck - cabin air cooling. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water


Caprice 1 forward cabin with 2 singles or a double bed with en suite bathroom. 1 central cabin with 2 singles convertible into a double bed with private bathroom. Big rear saloon with settees that convert into a double bed. 2 showers, 2 toilets and washbasins. Double steering position inside and outside on the spacious sundeck with permanent seating. CD player and microwaves. Bimini on the sundeck - cabin air cooling. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

6 sleeps (4+2) dimensions: 12 X 3,81

Clipper 1 forward cabin with 2 singles or a double bed with en suite bathroom. 1 central cabin with 2 singles convertible into a double bed with private bathroom. Big rear saloon with settees that convert into a double bed. 2 showers, 2 toilets and washbasins. Double steering position inside and outside on the spacious sundeck with permanent seating. CD player and microwaves. Bimini on the sundeck - cabin air cooling. 220V shore power connection available to recharge batteries and warm domestic water

4 sleeps dimensions: 11 X 3,90


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Every answer you need!

On arrival Our staff will be there to greet you between 4 and 6 p.m. They will be able to give you all the information you will need regarding the possible routes, shopping and the local restaurants, as well as the places you shouldn't miss. After a few administrative formalities, our personnel will carefully instruct you on how to handle the boat, the equipment on board and give you a practical demonstration. You’ll also receive all the documentation including a on board manual, a nautical map, and a blue book including all the technical information you should need during the cruise.

Collection/return times You can collect your boat between 16.00 to 18.00. It must be returned to the base by 09.00 on the final day of your holiday.

Late arrivals Contact the Base Manager! He’ll give you the instructions to gain the access to the boat and use facilities on board for the first night. You will need to wait until the morning after to receive your briefing before leaving the base. Please note that cruising on the darkness is not permitted.

Support Guaranteed In order to guarantee a great holiday it will always be possible for you to reach our staff by telephone, and in that event, we will be ready to give you the necessary assistance as soon as possible.

Welcome pack If you would like to pre-order a basket of basic provisions to be ready waiting for you on board, call our office and we’ll happy to send you our provisioning list.

Insurance The boat is fully insured and you’re only responsible for any damage up to the amount of your refundable damage deposit. Alternatively you can opt for the nonrefundable waiver scheme. Ask to the office for further details or see the booking form.

Travelling by car Our bases have car parks where you can safety leave you car. Car transfers or taxis can also be arranged if you book a one-way cruise.

Transfers If you arrive by car and have a one way trip, we can arrange a car transfer to the arrival base. If you are arriving by plane or train and you need a taxi, ask to the base and take the opportunity to use one of our recommended taxi company, with discounted fees.

Welcome on board On arrival our staff will be there to greet you between 4 and 6 p.m. They will be able to give you all the information you will need regarding the possible routes, shopping and the local restaurants, as well as the places you shouldn't miss. After a few administrative formalities, our technicians will carefully instruct you on how to handle the boat, the equipment on board and give you a practical demonstration. By then you will be ready to start your holiday, a captain of the rivers!

Fishing Some of the areas you'll visit are full of fish, so don't forget your fishing rod! Ask to our office to get the temporary fishing licence.

Caring for the environment We take our responsibility for caring for the environment very seriously and are actively working with local authorities to implement best practice procedures. Our aim is to ensure that our boats and everyone who uses them have a minimal or zero impact on the environment. To date this includes maintaining our engines to a high standard to minimise noise and CO2 pollution and maximise efficiency and using biodegradable cleaning products and supplying eco-friendly papers. Particular note is to be made for the wave movement, practically non-existent with our vessels as our keels have been designed to keep this to a bare minimum. We finally ask to all our customers to dispose of their rubbish carefully and keep to the strict speed limits to reduce bankside erosion and protect the wildlife that live there.


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new world to discover

With seven countries to choose from, each offering cruising regions that will take you to some fascinating and beautiful areas, a holiday on the waterways is a unique experience to be enjoyed by all ages and remember forever.

France This is the largest cruising round in Europe and has such a vast range of landscapes to discover you will want to come back time and time again!

Ireland This island provides beautiful cruising grounds infused with Celtic charm. This is the ideal place for angling and golfing

Holland Discover the ancient tradition of sailing and living on the water, till the historical city of Utrecht

England You cross the rivers and the channels of the Norfolk Broads, an idyllic region characterized from ample lawns and luxuriant woods.

Germany Cruise in Eastern Germany, one of Europe’s most beautiful and historical regions.

Belgium Visit the peaceful Flemish countryside and relish the poetic charm of the historic towns and gothic cathedrals

Scotland Enjoy the magic of the Highlands. Cruise on a waterway that offers rugged grandeur and great stretches of open azure water

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