Luxury hotel barge company, European Waterways, is highlighting its family charter excursions after experiencing a surge in bookings as a result of the increasing popularity of multi-generational travel.
European Waterways’ 8-passenger Magna Carta hotel barge, cruises along England’s River Thames, offering access to some of the country’s most popular family attractions, including a tour of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Legoland, and Thorpe Park themed resort.
As part of European Waterways’ “pick and mix” charter program, guests can substitute up to four excursions from the barge’s classic cruise itinerary, and the “boy wizard” is always a top favourite. Other excursion highlights include visiting iconic sets, such as Diagon Alley and The Great Hall.
New family incentives are also on offer for 2020 with 10% off cabins and charters on select cruises when booked by 6 January, 2020.
“The increasing number of family charters across our fleet is one of our most exciting new booking trends,” said managing director Derek Banks. “With most of our barges accepting just six to twelve passengers, families are discovering that they’re the perfect size for multigenerational holidays. They’re small enough for group events onboard but large enough to give everyone space during the cruise” Banks continued.
Younger children can also explore Beale Wildlife Park, which is set on 30 acres of grounds and forests. The attraction includes miniature train rides, a toy museum and a deer park, as well as kid-friendly animals such as owls, meerkat and alpacas. Another option is a visit to Brooklands Museum. Considered the birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, it offers an excellent history of transportation, including cars, motorcycles and planes, and features an aircraft factory, a flight simulator and the world’s first purpose-built race circuit.
NOTE: Some excursions may require a supplemental fee.
