Take the warmth of an Irish welcome, add the seductive charm of the French, put it on a beautifully restored turn of the century barge, cover it with a balmy Mediterranean climate and what have you got? A lazy luxury cruise along the historic 17th century Canal du Midi with your hosts René and Liz aboard their floating home "Emma». Rene, your captain, was born in Sète, the Little Venice of the Midi, and knows the Canal and surrounding areas like the back of his hand.
Liz, originally from Ireland, has been living in France for the last 10 years and is a superb chef having spent many years in the hotel trade. Once you are settled in and your hostess has acquainted you with the boat, we invite you up on deck to a champagne reception and we cruise off - your holiday has begun. No alarm clock, just the tantalizing aroma of freshly brewed coffee to wake you up. Breakfast awaits you in the salon with an array of warm croissants, crusty bread and soft brioches accompanied by fresh fruit, yoghurts and cereals - a great start to the day.

Your guide awaits you, air conditioned car at the ready, to whisk you off to explore the french countryside You might visit a colourful open market, a medieval village, a Cathar Castle, a Cistercian Monastry or take a winding road through some spectacular scenery. The excursions last about 3 hours a day and are tailor-made for each group. Upon your return a tasty lunch will be awaiting you. Served outdoors (weather permitting) under the shade of the plane trees, you will be treated to a variety of crispy salads, home made patés and terrines, delicious tarts and quiches, all washed down with the fine wines of the Languedoc Roussillon Each day is a mixture of cruising and visits out in the car so you will really get to know this fabulous region of france. A new day, a new place, a new visit without the hassle of packing and unpacking.

30 meters long , 3 cabins 1 double 2 twinsor doubles , central heating and airconditioning