TORONTO — Clients looking to get a jump on their spring and summer vacation planning will find a long list of options with Le Boat.

“For those seeking a unique outdoor adventure, Le Boat offers packages tailored to their preferences and budgets, whether it’s relaxing on their own private boat as they cruise through scenic landscapes, savouring local cuisine, visiting ancient castles, or embarking on an unforgettable adventure. There’s something for everyone on a private houseboat vacation with Le Boat,” said Lisa McLean, Long Haul Marketing Manager.

Boating season in Europe opens as early as March 15, adds McLean, while LeBoat’s Ontario season opens May 17. Le Boat offers an extensive collection of boat types in eight European destinations and two Canadian destinations in 2024 to fit all budgets and travel styles.

In Europe, Le Boat’s fleet of more than 950 private boat rentals is available in France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy and Germany.

Closer to home and new for 2024, Le Boat is opening two new bases in Ontario. One is in Ottawa at Dows Lake Pavilion, plus Le Boat is adding the historic Trent-Severn Waterway, from a new base in Peterborough. With this addition, travellers can navigate 240 miles of waterways stretching from the Bay of Quinte in Eastern Ontario to the eastern tip of Lake Simcoe

As always, new boaters are welcome as no boat license or prior boating experience is required to rent a private houseboat in Canada or Europe. The Le Boat team will teach clients everything they need to know to enjoy their vacation on the water.

For families, Le Boat offers vacation packages with a choice of boats that sleep up to 12 people, ideal for travellers with children or multi-generation family travel. For a limited time, travellers can experience a family vacation on their private boat with a saving of 5% more on their vacation when one of the traveling passengers is 16 or under. This offer is combinable with all other in-market discounts and applicable on all boat rental vacations in Canada, France, England, Ireland, Scotland, Belgium, Italy, and Germany. Quote promo code FAM5 at the time of booking.

EUROPE DEALS

Here’s a look at some 2024 highlights and promotions for Europe vacations, courtesy of Le Boat.

• For travellers planning their trip to Europe this summer and looking for a budget-friendly vacation and great value, Le Boat is offering a seven-night vacation for the price of five nights on the Budget and Comfort Class Boats – Cirrus A & B, Caprice, Elegance, Salsa A & B, available on European Cruises. Valid on bookings confirmed before March 20.
• Canal cruising and houseboating in Europe opens as early as March 15. With the Le Boat March Deal, traveller can save up to 25% on March and April departures, or save up to 20% on Premier and Comfort Plus boats for May – October 2024 departures (includes 20% off three- to six-night short breaks in Canada and Europe). Offers end March 20.
• Amsterdam is famous for its fields of spring tulip blooms. A seven-night cruise starts at $1,149 for seven nights, onboard a Sheba boat March 27 – April 3.
• A springtime trip to the UK wouldn’t be complete with a visit to the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show, May 21 – 25, 2024. A seven-night cruise on the Thames starts at $1,799 for seven nights, onboard a Caprice cruising March 23 – 30.
• A cruise on the UNESCO Canal du Midi this spring offers up the bright pink hues of the cherry bloom in Carcassonne. A seven-night cruise onboard a Horizon 1 Cruiser starts at $2,592, May 17 – 24.
• Ireland opens for boating season March 15. A seven-night cruise on the Shannon River for four people starts at $1,059 on a Lake Star Boat, March 27 – April 3.

 CANADIAN DEALS

Anyone planning a made-in-Canada vacation with Le Boat will benefit from the company’s recent price drop on all boat rental pricing on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal and historical Trent-Severn Waterway. Plus, book before March 20 and benefit from an added savings of 20%. Travellers can cruise Canada onboard a Horizon 1 (sleeps up to five people) on Victoria Day Weekend from $2,592 for seven nights, May 17-24.

 To view Le Boat’s list of current and upcoming savings visit www.leboat.com/deals, www.leboat.ca or call 1-800-734-5491.