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Planning around school holidays or choosing quieter times can help you get the best deals and avoid the most crowded periods at popular destinations. By aligning your travel plans with key dates from September 2024 to September 2025, you can ensure everyone in the family can join in, making it a memorable trip for all.

Exciting news! We’re thrilled to introduce Liberty, the newest gem in our Luxury range. We’ve designed Liberty to redefine houseboat holidays with exceptional comfort, luxury, and ease of cruising.  Read on to discover how she was designed and how her fabulous features will captivate you for your next boating holiday!

Who doesn’t dream of an adventure-filled European holiday with the most stunning destinations rich in history unfolding before your eyes? There’s just something about hidden gems in Europe that compels you to explore this beautiful region at least once in your life. So how do you start planning your holiday? Where do you kick off? Where to go next?

"Mini moon? What's that?" your partner asks, intrigued as you bring up this great idea you've been researching. Whether you're just hearing about mini moons or you're on the hunt for more information, a mini moon could be exactly what you need after your big day. 

Beyond the soothing journey through the waters and beautiful sunsets, a boating holiday offers a range of unique experiences than your average getaway. Welcome to a special kind of holiday – a break filled with activities where a Venice boat trip can blend with the fun of weekend activities.

Picture this: the sun slipping beneath the water's edge, casting a gentle warmth over the gently rippling waves, or having a candle-lit dinner in a medieval town on the scenic Canal du Midi. These are the moments that capture the essence of our love for boating.

Le Boat customers, Simone and Helmut from Germany, share their experience of a boating holiday on the River Shannon. Read on to find out more about their adventure and their recommendations to help you make the most of your boat hire. 

If you’re looking for a holiday rich in culture and history, you’re spoilt for choice in Europe. The continent is full of fascinating destinations with centuries worth of stories to tell — and some of them have pretty scary endings! Across the UK and Europe there are a hundreds of chilling folklore stories, ranging from the slightly scary to the downright terrifying.  

You may have dreamt of owning your own boat since childhood, or started considering it after a few holiday cruises. Before going ahead, there are several costs that should be carefully considered. Here’s a list that will help you estimate to day to day running and maintenance costs of a boat, to ensure that everything goes smoothly!

The boating season is slowly but surely coming to an end. We love this period to sail along the water one last time: October can be really nice and for us the last month that still feel like the last bit of summer, before the beginning of the more wintery months.

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HOLIDAY! If you hear, read or even remember this word, certain images will certainly appear in your mind. Are you ready for your next boating holiday?

The new Horizon fleet: chic and spacious boats for couples or families! Discover our Horizon fleet!

Did you see Le Boat on ITV’s This Morning? Josie Gibson took to the water and enjoyed a boating holiday in Scotland, along the wonderful Caledonian Canal.

Sometimes the only way to really get what something is about is to try it for yourself. While relatively new to Canada just opening for its third season in 2020) , Le Boat has been operating in Europe for more than 50 years.

For many, buying your own boat is often a dream come true. If you love discovering the waterways and are considering buying your own boat, here are a few tips before you sign on the dotted line.

When it comes to German cuisine there is something for everyone - here are the German dishes that you shouldn't miss before leaving your boating holiday.

Are you planning a boating holiday in Scotland? Read about the 5 must-see destinations on a Caledonian Canal cruise and be inspired for your trip!

Le Boat is pleased to announce the new fleet of Horizon models. Let us tell you why you should choose the Horizon for your next boating holiday!

Discover the highlights of Le Boat's newest base in Holland!