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Narrow boating
Narrow Boating Holidays
So, you have decided to make your well deserved break an activity holiday this year, and maybe now you are looking for the right sort of activity, which lets you relax and unwind without it being too energetic or wearing you out. At the same time you want a holiday with a difference, something quirky even – and you would love to see things. Sounds all too much to fit into just one holiday? Think again, a narrow boating holiday would let you experience all these things, whilst being a great adventure at the same time. Taking a narrow boating holiday means you can have your cake and eat it!
If you search our website for the most suitable holiday for you, you will find an exciting range of canal boating holidays, whether you are interested in weekend or short breaks only, or want to make it a two or three weeks holiday. And don’t worry, if you have never done this before, as you can book holidays, which include full tuition on boat handling and anything to set you up for your boating holiday. You will be skippering your barge with confidence through the most beautiful scenery in no time at all.
All you have to do is decide, where you would like to go. There is an extensive canal and river network in Great Britain, Ireland, Belgium, Germany, France and Holland to name but a few. So, a canal holiday also means you don’t have to travel far to your holiday destination. You can follow planned routes or, if you like being in charge of your holiday you can plan your own route and stop off points. And why not take the bikes to explore the places you are passing or to keep the kids occupied and active, cycling alongside you on the flat canal tow paths.
Narrow boating is a great way to unwind and slow down – you will experience enforced relaxation at a gently pace of no more than 4 miles an hour. The views and wildlife are excellent, and your scenery changes all the time, ranging from city and town centres to villages, rural areas and the open countryside. Most boats you can hire are exceptionally well equipped with fuel, gas, TV, DVD player, microwave, linen and most of all flushable toilets! So you will be pleased to know, that you won’t need to make do without any mod cons after all.
Whether this is your first time or you are a seasoned narrow boat holiday maker, you will find this one of the most relaxing and enjoyable holidays there are. It also affords you the flexibility to stop off where ever you want to and do some sightseeing or shopping. Of course this is also a great way to sample the local restaurants and pubs, when you have had enough of boating at the end of the day. Just picture yourself by candlelight sitting on deck or a bench by the waterside with a pint or glass of wine in your hand ...
There is absolutely nothing and I mean nothing more relaxing than a canal or river boat holiday - it is DIY stress management! For a start the speed limit is equal to 4 mph. Choose to stop or move on when you feel like it! Moor up in a city centre to sightsee or shop - before drifting back to peaceful countryside to sleep. Self-cater with candles and dinner alfresco or use welcoming hostelries along the banks to eat comfy and relax with a drink. Chat with the locals or be as invisible, romantic and anonymous as you like. The views are stupendous! De-stress by looking at beautiful parts of the countryside and the wildlife from a whole new perspective. Most times dogs are welcome. Pure escapism - pure relaxation! Do try a narrow boat or similar for at least one of your holidays this year - you will be absolutely hooked!
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