"Adversity" is not a word that The Avid Cruiser's Ralph Grizzle knows. Currently sailing aboard French Country Waterways' Horizon II, I had figured I wouldn't hear from him until he disembarks on … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Barging Burgundy with French Country Waterways
Scenic Tours, French Country Waterways, and Ten Good Reasons to River Cruise
When I embarked on my first river cruise in December, a lot of my friends thought I was crazy. The thought of traveling to the wintry chill of Europe one week before Christmas didn’t leave most of … [Read more...] about Scenic Tours, French Country Waterways, and Ten Good Reasons to River Cruise
The Emergence of Barging, Part II
In our last post, we touched on how the barging industry came into existence, driven largely by circumstance and the actions of a few enterprising individuals. But even as the concept of barging grew … [Read more...] about The Emergence of Barging, Part II
Need Help Choosing? See Our Comprehensive Overview Of River Cruise Companies & Vessels
When you're planning a river cruise in Europe, you have an overwhelming number of choices. With more than a dozen cruise companies and more than 100 river cruise vessels, it's easy to feel as if you … [Read more...] about Need Help Choosing? See Our Comprehensive Overview Of River Cruise Companies & Vessels
French Country Waterways’ 2011 Summer Sailings
What's on tap for French Country Waterways during the upcoming river cruise season? Formerly the private barge of shipping magnate Daniel K. Ludwig, the eight-passenger Princess is returning to the … [Read more...] about French Country Waterways’ 2011 Summer Sailings
French Country Waterways: Luxury Barging In Alsace, Lorraine & Champagne
Starting in April of 2011, French Country Waterways' recently built 12-passenger Adrienne will sail the picturesque route linking the regions of Alsace and Lorraine – each with its own historical … [Read more...] about French Country Waterways: Luxury Barging In Alsace, Lorraine & Champagne