The Lock-Keeper Blog

Share some quality time with your better half on a romantic cruise of Holland aboard the luxurious Panache.

#BurgundyWeek highlights including: Hotel Barge L'Art de Vivre, Château d'Ancy-le-Franc, and of course some stunning vineyards and vintages!

Enjoy a midweek visit to a boutique champagne house aboard your hotel barge cruise through Burgundy

From the movie star status of the Eilean Donan Castle to the staggering beauty of Glencoe, a Scottish walking holiday has it all.

The “living museum” of Zaanse Schans, visited on our cruise of Holland, brings Dutch history alive in the most exciting way.

Champagne Cruises for 2018, a unique way to see the effervescent heart of France

Discover the literary nature of France, expatriate Paris, the battlegrounds of WWI and the stunningly romantic villages of Chocolat

Discover the history of the bridge at the Château de Chenonceau, which the Nymphea cruises under on our Loire Valley cruise.

Our compilation of the best destinations in Scotland, from Scottish Castles to Whisky distilleries, there's something for everyone.

Visiting Italy? Here's a rundown on wine bottle label reading, grape varieties and quirky facts on Italian Wine.

Consider yourself a bit of a Crawley? Does the British Aristocracy strike a chord deep within you?

No wine? No problem. Delectable cuisine, fairy-tale architecture and traditional canals mean Burgundy has plenty of alternatives to sitting and sipping.

The charming Dutch town of Delft is a fitting final mooring on our cruise aboard Panache. Discover its artistic heritage here.

No barge cruise in Bordeaux would be complete without a visit to Saint-Émilion, one of its largest and oldest wine regions.

We are delighted to announce that once again we are offering a number of “Downton Abbey” cruises along the Royal River Thames aboard Magna Carta.

Olive lovers will relish our excursion to l’Oulibo in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, with tastings of olives, olive oils and tapenade.

The striking Hospices de Beaune in the town of Beaune is an icon of the Burgundy region. Stepping into its courtyard is like tiptoeing into a Gothic fairytale, with its...

The Great Glen is your oyster when you cruise the Caledonian Canal on our barge cruises. Find out more here.

There are some scenes which, although tucked away in the anonymous folds of the French countryside, millions of people worldwide, particularly art lovers, would instantly recognise...

Our cruise aboard the Panache in Alsace and Lorraine kicks off in style in Strasbourg, where old, new, German and French influences meet.

The bicycles aboard all of our vessels offer the chance to explore their surrounding countryside - this Burgundy route is a beauty!

Our beautiful barge La Belle Epoque makes a journey through film history when it cruises through Flavigny-Sur-Ozerain.

Burgundy has been synonymous with world-class wine for centuries - now its vineyards are an official UNESCO World Heritage Site!

What's the best way to admire the bonny highlands? From the deck of a hotel barge on the Caledonian Canal!

Are you getting ready to discover the Route des Grands Vins on your Alscace cruise? Here are our wine tasting tips.

From Keukenhof Gardens to the Aalsmeer flower auction, our spring tulip cruises through Holland are blooming marvellous!

Superb Scottish whisky is the lifeblood of our Whisky Trail cruise along the Caledonian Canal. Discover the visited distilleries here.

These top cruising destinations will pull at your heart strings - are you ready to tick them off your bucket list?

Of all the villages in France, only 200 can be called 'Les Plus Beaux'. Find out more here.

Burgundy beckons the avid oenophile. Take a look at our out top 7 wine tastings and tours in this region.

Looking for a holiday with Panache? You'll love our Spring tulip cruise through the blooming fields of Holland!

Alsace blends French and German charm with world-class wines, fairy-tale towns, festive markets, historic landmarks and scenic canals - best explored aboard a luxury barge like Panache. Find out more...

The TV show may have finished but the magic of Downton Abbey lives on at Highclere Castle - discover our themed cruise.

Spending much of his life on the canals of France, British-born Captain Craig Jenner has always had a deep connection with the waterways of Burgundy. Read more about La Belle...

Stéphane Mazières worked alongside chefs from global Michelin-starred restaurants. Now working aboard hotel barge Rosa, read more about his career...

Have you every wondered what life is like as a master chef on one of our luxury hotel barges? Meet Mike.

Bordeaux has recently been voted the best city to visit and it’s easy to understand why. This capital of the most renowned wine-growing region in the world has much to...

This diverse region of art, history, magnificent architecture and great natural beauty is an ideal honeymoon location

This summer, we're celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. Could there possibly be a better way to celebrate Her Majesty’s 70 year reign than to visit England and cruise the...

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day, Chef Olivia Gibbons from hotel barge Shannon Princess shares her mussels with Guinness recipe.

True, Keukenhof Gardens is beautiful every year, but this year is extra special as it celebrates 70 years of colour and natural beauty!