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<\/p>\nEuropean Waterways will launch a new luxury canal barge that will sail the inland waterways of the Champagne region of France, beginning in May 2024.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The eight-passenger Kir Royale is the company’s 18th vessel and joins its class of Ultra Deluxe barges, which feature cabin suites that are similar in size to hotel rooms.<\/p>\n
The Kir Royale, which once was a beach landing craft used in World War II, has modern furnishings, three sundecks, a spa pool, an upper observation deck with a panoramic view. The saloon onboard has a bar, a piano and separate dining area.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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The new hotel barge will sail six-night, all-inclusive itineraries on the Marne River and Canal lat\u00e9ral \u00e0 la Marne from May through October, offering excursions to renowned Champagne houses, including Mo\u00ebt & Chandon.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Itineraries also include culinary experiences, from a lunch at Champagne house Frerejean Fr\u00e8res to nightly wine-paired dinners onboard the barge.<\/p>\n
Kir Royale cruises start at $8,550 per person. Whole-ship charters begin at $57,150 for bookings made by Oct. 2.<\/p>\n