Testimonials
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![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 05 October 2017 Posted By: Helen B Renaissance - September 10, 2017 - Upper Loire |
![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 05 October 2017 Posted By: Lou M Crusader Self Drive - England - Sept 16-23 |
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![]() Thank You, Charles ![]() Date of Posting: 22 September 2017 Posted By: Charles C Renaissance - September 10, 2017 - Upper Loire |
![]() | ![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 05 July 2016 Posted By: Baker Family Emma - June 25th Cruise - Canal du Midi |
![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 24 May 2016 Posted By: Adrienne Hines Napoleon Barge - Provence |
![]() Your welcome package was phenomenal! Those delicious chocolates, that huge vat of honey among other things - a lovely lovely surprise! You were too generous. Our travel went exactly as planned, no hitches at all. ![]() Date of Posting: 24 May 2016 Posted By: Andrea Stillman Napoleon Barge - Provence |
![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 12 October 2015 Posted By: Kassandra Jackson Minuetto - Self Drive Barge - Italy |
![]() Millard and I just wanted to thank you for your help in linking us up with the “Emma.” We had an absolutely fabulous time. It was all we hoped it would be in terms of the quality of food and wine, comfortable quarters, leisurely bike rides, gorgeous scenery and fascinating tours. What truly delighted us, though, was the friendliness and attentiveness of the crew. By the end of the trip we felt like we were part of one big happy family. We would definitely give it five stars! Just wanted to send you some feedback on a most memorable cruise. We have enjoyed telling our friends and family all about it, and will recommend to those who are interested that they work through The Barge Connection! Regards, Debbie Barger ![]() Date of Posting: 22 September 2015 Posted By: Debbie Barger Emma - August 2015 |
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![]() | ![]() It would be hard to choose which itinerary to recommend. Both were wonderful! Thanks for taking such good care of us. It was perfect! ![]() Date of Posting: 20 July 2015 Posted By: Bob & Pris Joy Elisabeth - May 2015 |
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![]() How did you enjoy your barge cruise? We loved it! How was the barge and accommodations? Fantastic rooms and service for those rooms (Thank you Hannah!) Is there anything you really enjoyed (excursions, food, wine)? All of the above, we loved our interacting with the entire crew, the tours led by Nick and the food prepared by Caroline was off the charts. Every wine was great and paired with foods from lunch through dinner. Is there anything that can be improved? Not a thing-do not change anything. How was the crew? We have invited them to our place in Maui-we would only do that if we liked them and loved being with them, they took incredible care of us. We have invited them to our place in Maui-we would only do that if we liked them and loved being with them, they took incredible care of us. How did The Barge Connection do in booking your barge cruise? You were all great, very efficient in the bookings and billing and very patient with all our questions before the trip. Will you be going on another barge cruise in the future? Who knows, but if we do Rory will have to transport his barge wherever we go. ![]() Date of Posting: 17 August 2014 Posted By: D. Wells Apres Tout |
![]() Thank you for your assistance and please extend my thanks to the staff of the Emma. I hope to be able to use your services again in the future. Sharon from I'ts Time to Travel. ![]() Date of Posting: 12 July 2014 Posted By: Sharon from It's Time to Travel Emma |
![]() | ![]() How was the barge and accommodations? We have stayed at many luxury resorts over the years, and taken a dozen luxury cycling trips, but this was one of the best. The Elisabeth provides a five-star experience at a four-star price. Is there anything you really enjoyed (excursions, food, wine)? All the excursions were enjoyable, particularly because Sheena was able to guide them and we were able to stay as a small group. Her enthusiasm is contagious. With two wonderful cheeses at each meal and a fine (and copious) selection of wines, it would be hard to improve the cuisine. Each meal was a delight! How did The Barge Connection do in booking your barge cruise? We appreciated the way you coached us through the options and guided us to just the right choice. We always felt you were helping us reach a decision, but not pressuring us to do so. We can see why you kept circling back to the Elisabeth! Will you be going on another barge cruise in the future? Definitely! I doubt that we would consider anything but a return trip to the Elisabeth. ![]() Date of Posting: 18 June 2014 Posted By: Mr. and Mrs. Joy Elisabeth |
![]() And the food was magnificent and plentiful – my comment was now I know how a foie gras duck feels! By the way, Richard sends you his regards and thanks for recommending us. Just wanted to make sure you knew your recommendation was spot on… And by the way, the hotel you recommended in Dijon – Chapeau Rouge – was terrific. It was in a great location, moderately priced, attentive staff, and a very large room. Another wonderful recommendation from you! Thanks so much for all you help in making this vacation so terrific! All the very best. ![]() Date of Posting: 31 May 2014 Posted By: Tessier Savoir Vivre |
![]() Is there anything you really enjoyed (excursions, food, wine)? The food was exceptionally good and we loved discovering new wines. The guide, Mathieu, was knowledgeable, very engaging, and had a great sense of humor. He made the excursions very enjoyable. I kept notes on the trip which I emailed daily to my friends and they were all very jealous. One was convinced that she wants to go too and is planning her trip for next spring. Is there anything that can be improved? I really can’t think of anything. How was the crew? The crew was wonderful. They really tried to accommodate all of our needs. How did The Barge Connection do in booking your barge cruise? Great. Will you be going on another barge cruise in the future? Absolutely, can’t wait to do it again and discover a new place. ![]() Date of Posting: 18 May 2014 Posted By: Pomato Athos |
![]() The service, food, wine, and tours were superb. Especially outstanding was the attitude and service of the whole crew, especially Sheena & Peter, but also Max and the cook Giles. They were so ready to please and see to it that any thing we might - not only need - but just want was satisfied. The meals were wonderful - varied and delicious. Sheena was a master tour guide and gave us insight into the areas we visited - from the Grottos, Vessily (sp), to Flavinay (sp?). The experience was far more than I had envisioned and the best vacation I have ever had. ![]() Date of Posting: 12 May 2014 Posted By: Mr. David Elisabeth | ![]() |
![]() How was the barge and accommodations? Excellent Is there anything you really enjoyed (excursions, food, wine)? As above, we enjoyed all—very well prepared barge cruise. Especially enjoyed the evening of music, great surprise and great entertainment Is there anything that can be improved? More background on the region—history of Po Delta, how being developed and maintained now; we would have preferred to be picked up at Piazzale Roma but didn’t know that was an option. How was the crew? Excellent How did the Barge Connection do in booking your barge cruise? Excellent ![]() Date of Posting: 31 October 2013 Posted By: Berry La Bella Vita |
![]() Best...Allen & Sabine ![]() Date of Posting: 30 September 2013 Posted By: Ostrofe Vision4 Self Drive |
![]() Eve and Natalie were great and Simon was an incredible chef. We ate way too much! Heidi and Diana also great-Diana really goes the extra mile to make sure everyone's happy and she spent extra time picking up Andrew when he arrived. The rooms were spacious, and Heidi always kept them clean. We enjoyed the excursions, especially Carcassonne and Narbonne. The olive oil coop was also special since we had never seen that before. We don't have plans now for another barge cruise but might try a different region in the future. My husband would like to do more biking if we do it again. Andrew's only recommend was to have a large map (or wall map) for us to see exactly where we were going each day as well as the surrounding areas. Thanks also to you for your prompt replies to all our questions as well as the effort in securing us lodging and arrival/pickup arrangements in Toulouse. ![]() Date of Posting: 30 September 2013 Posted By: Hoenicke Clair de Lune |
![]() No trip was more enjoyable than was our time on the Impressionisste. Carla and I travel now extensively in our respective businesses. We seldom meet individuals as helpful as the crew of the Impressionisste and never have we had food that approaches that which we enjoyed on the trip. Thank you for your fine assistance. You were very helpful. We will certainly contact you for any future travel for which you may be able to assist. Best, Rod ![]() Date of Posting: 31 August 2013 Posted By: Hills Family Impressionnist | ![]() |
![]() A truly lovely experience. Thank you. Charles Simmons ![]() Date of Posting: 31 August 2013 Posted By: Simmons Elisabeth |
![]() The food, wine and cheese experiences were superb. We looked forward to the choices each meal and savored every minute. Every one of the crew were wonderful. Muriel amazed me. She was always there and so knowledgeable. I was amazed how someone so small could accomplish so much. No requests ever denied. We will always have fond memories of this adventure. ![]() Date of Posting: 31 July 2013 Posted By: Karaffa-Owens Caprice | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() I enjoyed every minute of every day. The daily trips from the barge were great and we were able to ask for and get a stop at an old graveyard and church ruin that wasn't on the itinerary. That was special. The crew were all outstanding, friendly, helpful and a lot of fun to be around. Made us feel like family. The Barge Connection made all the arrangements seem uncomplicated. Thank you, Crystal. I hope to be able to do another trip one day soon. Thank you, Millie Esten ![]() Date of Posting: 31 May 2013 Posted By: Millie Esten Scottish Highlander |
![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 30 April 2013 Posted By: M. Westerland Impressionniste | ![]() |
![]() | ![]() How was the barge and accommodations? Barge and accommodation were very comfortable Is there anything you really enjoyed (excursions, food, wine)? We enjoyed all the excursions - the countryside was lovely, the small towns a great experience - and we were looked after very well. The pace was exactly right. Is there anything that can be improved? Don't think so! How was the crew? Everyone looked after us extremely well, everyone was very pleasant - we felt really pampered. How did The Barge Connection do in booking your barge cruise? Crystal is a great communicator. All my questions were answered and I was never left hanging. Will you be going on another barge cruise in the future? Would love to - have it firmly in our minds for 2020, to celebrate our fiftieth wedding anniversary - if health and money permit. ![]() Date of Posting: 30 April 2013 Posted By: John and Laura Watson Anjodi |
![]() The crew was super nice and extremely helpful. The food was heavenly. Our chef, Katie, walked us through all the meals and even shared recipes and techniques with us. I am a foodie after all! And our first mate, Ingrid was friendly, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. Aoife was extremely attentive. Knowledeable and informative about the wines and also had a great sense of humor! Finally, Manuel, our Captain, was super!!! He took the time to teach us about the locks and techniques of barging and was eager to share a laugh with us. We are already talking about going again next year. ![]() Date of Posting: 12 August 2012 Posted By: W. Hudson L'Art de Vivre |
![]() | ![]() Thank you so much for your help booking our barge trip.....it was a blast! The region was so beautiful; we enjoyed the mix of country villages and the larger cities of Saverne and Strassbourg. The boat was great too. Very clean and comfortable for 7 of us....plenty of space for all. We would definitely do it again and would recommend it to others. Thanks again for helping us to have a very enjoyable vacation! ![]() Date of Posting: 12 July 2012 Posted By: Marie Kelly |
![]() ![]() Date of Posting: 30 April 2012 Posted By: B Foster Athos |