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July Celebrations & French-American Heritage Month

July is the month of one of the most celebrated of French national holidays – France’s “Fête Nationale” or National Celebration, Bastille Day. The day bustles with fanfare-filled parades, flyovers, and fireworks marking the fall of the Bastille in Paris and the beginning of the French Revolution. Additionally, in the United States, July is recognized […]

All aboard for the International Garden Festival 2024

Discover sustainability and creativity at the 2024 International Garden Festival in Chaumont-sur-Loire. Explore diverse gardens and heritage at this summer event

Experience Easter on a barge cruise holiday in France

Celebrate Easter with a unique French twist on a barge cruise holiday. Explore traditional festivities, culinary delights, and serene waterways aboard the C’est La Vie.

Explore the famous Champagnes of France, including Laurent-Perrier, Krug, Dom Pérignon, Pol Roger, and Cristal, and their rich histories.

Avoid the Summer Olympics Rush with a Spring or Autumn Cruise

Explore the serene beauty of France beyond summer with a spring or autumn cruise on C’est La Vie, avoid the Olympics rush and enjoy luxury at off-season prices.

Looking ahead to 2024 on the C’est La Vie

Experience the luxurious C’est La Vie Hotel Barge, meticulously prepared for 2024 voyages. A perfect Christmas gift offering scenic French waterway cruises.

Discover Montargis with the C’est La Vie

As part of our Upper Loire barge cruise, we visit the charming village of Montargis, here is what to expect.

Discover the heart of French culinary artistry at Auberge des Templiers, a Michelin-starred gem on our Upper Loire Barge Cruise.

Five reasons to book a barge cruise for 2024

We all know about the French scenery, fine dining and historic chateaux but here are five underappreciated reasons to book a barge cruise in 2024

Explore Les Sept Écluses’ historical significance: 7 locks in Rogny-les-Sept-Écluses, a key part of the canal history of France.

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July Celebrations & French-American Heritage Month

All aboard for the International Garden Festival 2024

Experience Easter on a barge cruise holiday in France

Famous Champagnes of France

Avoid the Summer Olympics Rush with a Spring or Autumn Cruise

Looking ahead to 2024 on the C’est La Vie

Discover Montargis with the C’est La Vie

“Auberge les Templiers” Restaurant

Five reasons to book a barge cruise for 2024

The history of Les Sept Écluses