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Plan your 2011 holidays:

If you wish you can receive our brochure by post to choose your destination and boats among :
- our 31 departure bases in France and Europe and
- our 3 ranges of license free canal boats : Premium, Classic, Budget

Our sales team is at your disposal to help and advise you and to give you all availabilities. Contact us by phone 0033 (0)3.85.53.76.70 or by email.

Newsletter of December 20th  2011

From 90 € * per person for one week rental, try to find cheaper! * for a boat Riviera 920 in low season, capacity 6/8 people, without additional discounts FPP Travel: the best value-quality for your Canalboat Holidays!

Get a discount up to 15% on your 2012 canalboat holidays by booking before December 31st 2011. You will secure the boat, date and destination that suit you. * Details and conditions about these offers click here For any booking over this period, we offer to all our clients the 30 years' book of the Canalous. A work exposing the wealth of the French heritage to discover along a canal cruise.

Christmas is coming and you have not find yet the perfect gift?
Why not offer a "gift card for a cruise"
This unique gift will allow the person of your choice to become captain of a canalboat.

More information by contacting us



or online on aour website www.houseboat-hire.com

Another episod of our soap "The blogger cruise"!
Jean-François, of the blog Vol714.com, explains his cruise along the Canal du Midi
with his crazy young crew!
Crew: 4 adults on board a Tarpon 42 N.
Very useful tourist information, magnificent photos and videos (lock, slide show photos)...

4th episode: Vol714

link article 1: Boat's presentation link article 2: Canal du Midi's photos link article 3: Life on board link article 4: Lock video

link article 5: Capestang in the Hérault's heart link article 6: Release ropes! link article 7: Carcassonne, terminus link article 8: Slide show photo of the stay

BROCHURE 2012 - View online - Download - Price list 2012 - Order it and receive it by post (free)

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Newsletter of October 26th  2011

New brochure 2012

>> View online >> Download brochure (50 Mo) >> Download price list 2012 >> Order it and receive it by post (free)

Our brochure 2012 « boating holidays » is now out! Do not wait any longer and discover the new features that were planned for you next season: - Poland: a new destination near Gdansk - Canal du Midi: a new base at Colombiers - 2 new Premium bases at Cognac in Charente and Luzech in Lot-en-Quercy - Spain: a new boat espacially developed for Spain and anglers - Stand Up Paddle: paddle on the French canals ! - Digital and analog TV to watch the Olympic games and the Euro 2012 - Internet: rental of a 3G key and et wifi available at certain bases - Tailor-made photos Album and / or video - Crew dress with personalized embroidery - Souvenir shop: games, waterproof clothes, etc.

Fairs in 2012

Meet us at the following fairs:

Paris Boat show from 3rd till 11th of December 2011, Boot Show in Düsseldorf from 21st till 29th of January 2012,
Vakantiesalon in Bruxels from 2nd till 6th of February 2012, Mahana du Tourisme in Lyon from 2nd till 4th of March 2012,
FITC in Barcelona from 19th till 22nd of April 2012.

Open days in Pontailler sur Saône (Burgundy) from 23nd till 25th March 2012 Program : how to operate and handle a boat, visit of boats and discovery of the region.

Do you wish to book your holidays for 2012 to get the cruise that will suit you ?
Get now a 10 % discount on the price list 2012 ! *


Online booking or over the phone


Promotion code to give us to receive a gift

* This discount is applied from all bases on the price list 2012, for a booking of at least one week long for a cruise leaving 2012 and confirmed before October 31st 2011.
This offer can be added up to the other offers up 15%.

Another episod of our soap "La Croisière des Blogueurs" !
This time, Rachel, of the blog « Mes Petits Bonheur », explains her cruise along the Lot River.
Crew: 4 adults and 2 children on board a Tarpon 42 N.
Beautiful pictures of the Lot Valley and videos (how to operate the boat, locking through) worth to see...

3rd episod: Mes Petits Bonheurs (available in French only)

link article 1 : the preparation link article 2 : first impressions link article 3 : video of handling of the boat

link article 4 : video of the manual lock link article 5 : canal boat : advice link article 6 : photo album of the Lot river

Newsletter of September, 15th  2011

Special offer : the week for the price of the week end

For a departure made between the
16th of September and the 3rd of November, for all boat except Premium Fleet

Departures in Burgundy (Pontailler-sur-Saône, Digoin, Châtillon en Bazois, Coulanges sur Yonne, Louhans),
Canal du Midi (Agde, Carcassonne, Homps), Camargue (Carnon), Alsace (Hochfelden),
Mayenne (Daon), Charente (Cognac), Aquitaine (Damazan) and Lot (Luzech)


NB : these offers are non retroactive and cannot be combined with other offers

You usually book your holidays for 2012 early to get the cruise that you wish?
Enjoy now a 8% discount on our price list 2011! *


On line booking or over the phone

* Offer valid from certain bases with the price list 2011, for a booking of at least one week long in 2012, confirmed before Sept 30th 2011.
This offer can be added to the other offers to a max of 15%.

The soap "The blogger cruise" goes on!
This time, Miss Brownie, blog « Mes Doudoux et Cie », explains her cruise
with her three children.

2nd part : Mes Doudoux et Cie in Mayenne (available in French only)


Surprising photos and advices to make a cruise on the Mayenne river.

link article 1 : the choice of the cruise link article 2 : first view link article 3 : a different zoo

link article 4 : good food along the Mayenne river link article 5 : a cruise with children on board link article 6 : advice for a cruise on the Mayenne river

Newsletter of July, 22nd  2011

Your holidays in 2011 : first came first served

Are you already planning your holidays for 2012 and want to find the right cruise?
From now on you can benefit of a 10% discount! *


Online booking or over the phone

* this discount is applied on our 2011 fares, for a rental booked for 2012 of at least one week and confirmed before 15.09.2011. This discount can be added to the other current offers up to 15%.

FPP Travel / Les Canalous launch a new event : the bloggers cruise
Bloggers tell their river cruise holidays from the 4 corners of France.
Stories, photos, videos... Many accounts to make you live their experience along the water current.

First episode of this new series: "Madame Oreille" in Alsace


Splendid photos and 2 videos not to be missed!

link section 1 (photos) link section 2 (photos, story and mini-video) link section 3 (video)

Newsletter of April, 16th  2011

First come, first served!


Also see our discounts available all year:

Lovers	Families	Group of friends	Seniors

Newsletter of April, 15th  2011

  Under the sun, the "PLANCHA" (grill plate) !
To taste the cuisine that you will discover all along your cruise (Charolais meat in Burgundy, Limousine meat on the Lot river or over the Charente river, smoked sausages in Alsace or seafoods in the Camargue), the "plancha" is an extra that makes the difference!

Boats equipped with a plancha on the deck: Premium fleet,
Tarpon 37 Duo Prestige, Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige, Tarpon 49 Quattro Prestige.

Newsletter of February, 18th  2011

Where to go this year?

It's decided! This year canalboating holidays are inevitable! But which region should you choose? Discover some of our destinations along with testimonies of the FPP clients who have voyaged there :
DESTINATION THE CZECH REPUBLIC, from Kralupy and Pistany
	Are you hesitating between a fluvial vacation and a trip to Europe? Why not combine both of them? Leaving from Kralupy, you’ll navigate along the Vituva all the way to one of the most beautiful European capitals: Prague. You will have the unique opportunity to discover Prague and it’s castle directly from the helm of your boat. Navigating towards the north, a rich patrimony awaits in places such as Nelahozeves Castle, the ruins of Hazmburg and the historic city of Melnik, etc. Navigating along the Elbe will take you all the way to the city of Podebrady, and its renowned thermal baths. More than 300 kilometers of navigable rivers await you on this unique cruise, situated right in the heart of Europe... Testimony from Gérard F., cruise on the Vltava and Elbe rivers (05/2010): "Our first trip out of the country and by boat will always remain unforgettable, particularly passing through Prague on board the Tarpon! What's more the starting point of the trip was easy to access, at only 30 km from the airport, and the departure team took care of our transportation to Kralupy. The countryside was magnificent; each castle was more beautiful than the one that had come before. To put it succinctly, it was a remarkable vacation!"
VOYAGE ON THE MAYENNE, from Daon
	A cruise on the Mayenne is a sure bet to suit the diverse tastes of both young and old. Once there, a multitude of visits and curiosities await you: the animal refuge of the arch of Chateau-Gontier, Gallo-Roman thermal baths, the medieval city of Laval, the bar/fishing museum in Laval, the chateau and its ramparts in Mayenne, the chateau and the garden in Angers etc. Mayenne is also a renowned paradise for fishing enthusiasts, abundant in pike, zander, perch, carp and bleak. Get your reels! What’s more this voyage comes with an assured gastronomical delight, as its restaurants proudly flaunt regional specialties of renowned quality. Testimony from Geoffroy S., cruise on the Mayenne (4/2010): "Marvelous cruise on the Mayenne in the Pays de la Loire, adults and children will keep in memory wonderfull images and excellent moments on the Nolwenn boat. Canal boating in Daon is like the Mayenne's cider: sparkling and calming"
VOYAGE ON THE CHARENTE, from Cognac
	The Charente promises an authentic cruise between the Loire and Garonne Rivers. Its lush valleys are dotted with architectural treasures yearning to be discovered: the chateaus of the Renaisse, Roman churches, vestiges of Gallo-Roman ruins etc. Taking you through the vineyards of Cognac, a visit to a Cognac distillery along the way will be unavoidable, leaving you undoubtedly tempted to partake in the local spirits... Testimony drom Eleyna D, cruise on the Charente (07/2006): "Our rental of a small barge has left me with an unforgettable memory of the Charente. During our voyage across the water, time stood still. It was as if, everything unfolded before our eyes in slow motion. As a mother, I also appreciated the small markets we discovered along the way and their fresh products that graced our stopovers on land"
VOYAGE ON THE LOT, from Luzech or Cahors
	Your cruise on the Lot will rest unforgettable in equal measure that the diversity and the beauty of its countryside are amazing: brightly colored cliffs, wooded hillsides, grottoes, dolmens… all of it punctuated by picturesque villages and an admirable architectural heritage. It goes without saying that those with a gourmet palette will not be deceived, the culinary reputation of the Lot and its wines is well known! Testimony from Patrick G, cruise on the Lot (07/2008) : "We came from our cruise on the Lot full good memories: the majestic cliffs, the delicious local gastronomy, not to mention our fair share of laughter as we maneuvered our boat through the system of locks. Can't wait for the next voyage by boat!"
VOYAGE IN AQUITAINE, from Damazan
	A cruise on the Baise river or the lateral canal along the Garonne  will delight you with its picturesque charms. At the heart of a preserved wilderness, this vacation will be relaxed and punctuated by stopovers the typical villages that make up the charm of the Aquitaine (Nérac, Montech, Penne d’Agenais etc.) And don’t forget to make a special stop in Agen to taste it famous plums... Testimony from Véronique B., cruise on the Baïse (09/2010) : "Nothing can compete with the beauty of the Baïse river and its picturesque village, a voyage following the historical tracks of Queen Margot"

Still hesitant? Look into our cruises along: the Canal du Midi, the Camargue, the Burgundy, the Brittany, the Ardennes, Alsace, and also other European destinations like Germany, The Nederlands , Belgium, Italy and Spain

Exclusive opportunity: also discover a unique river cruise from the North to the South of France
>> More information

Discount rates: tailored to fit your needs!

	Lovers	10% off for each couple	More information
	Families	from 5% off to 10% off depending on the number of children	More information
	Groups of friends	from 3% off to 5% off depending on the number of boats cruising together	More information
	Seniors	5% off for people over 50 6% off for people over 60 etc...	More information
	Super Discount	Up to 30% off for departures in March, April and May	More information

Responsible tourism: your holidays with FPP Travel respect the environment

In association with Trees and Life, we've made a commitment to plant a tree each time one of our boats are rented, regardless of the voyage's duration.

This reforestation project will concretely better the lives of people in Senegal. Trees will either be planted in fields to provide shade, fruit and to enrich the soil or in the form of hedges, which will serve to protect farmland from animals.

>> see the Senegal forest localisation

>> More information about this project

Newsletter of December, 17th  2010

FPP Travel: the best value-quality for your Canalboat Holidays !

Or under www.houseboat-hire.com

Christmas is coming and you have not find yet the perfect gift?
Why not offer a "gift card for a cruise"
This unique gift will allow the person of your choice to become captain of a canalboat.

More information by contacting us

Contest "My canalboat holidays"

Congratulations to the winners:
- the best picture: Karine Bouchachia
- the best story: Cynthia Gangloff


Best picture: Canal du Midi (© Karine Bouchachia)

Price : a cruise in 2011 on board an Espade Concept Fly
(week-end or mini-week, in P, A, B period)

Many of you have participate and we thank you.
over 120 photos telling your holidays have been posted on our Facebook page.

Discover online contributions from the participants in the contest…
... and be on the lookout for our next game on our Facebook page!

Newsletter of November, 23rd  2010

New brochure 2011

>> See online >> Download >> Order your brochure (free)

Your brochure 2011 "boating holidays, license free hiring” is out ! Don’t wait any longer and discover what’s new in 2011 and see how the next season will be made of: The PREMIUM fleet high-end boats, proposed with specific new services, and available from some departure bases, certifying a quality welcome and upper services. New with the PREMIUM: a big steering wheel for the outside steering position, fine crockery, a coffee machine, DTT TV, a deck fridge and a table cloth for the lounge table. The BUDGET fleet is from now on available to small budget thanks to the "roof tent" : rent a roof tent and board two more people (available on certain boats, from specific bases). Don’t forget the CLASSIC fleet ideal for family holidays, and now available from all our bases (except in Holland). We also have a new destination in Europe: Broek op Langedijk (Holland), and the ACCESS fleet with its labeled boats "Tourisme et Handicap" and available in the Mayenne, 28 departure bases in France and in Europe with 16 one way cruises, “à la carte “ cruises...

Paris Baot Show 2010

Dear clients and new clients, you contact us and show us your interest in canalboat holidays
and we would like to thank you.

Like every year, we are at the Paris Boat Show, Porte de Versailles from December 4th till December 12th 2010.

While coming to the Paris Boat Show at our stand, check your holidays dates:
till December 12th 2010, you can get up to 20% discount* on the rental price 2011.

Do not hesitate to come and see us, stand 1 K12, you are welcome:
With this email, just call : 0033 (0)6.77.05.80.62 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            0033 (0)6.77.05.80.62      end_of_the_skype_highlighting when you are at the entrance, we will come and pick you up.

You will then discover our flag boat of our PREMIUM fleet in its 2011 version: the Tarpon 49 Quattro Prestige !
We will be happy to discuss about the latest FPP Travel news and about your next cruise and invite you for a cup of tea or a drink.

But that's not all! During this Boat Show, we have a big surprise !
We will show you a new boat, from an innovative project but also rooted in the tradition of canalboating holidays...

* (Valid for a booking signed at our stand during the Boat Show 2011, under the special conditions of our brochure 2011 and for at least one week rental from Digoin, Châtillon en Bazois, Coulanges sur Yonne, Pontailler sur Saône, Louhans, Carcassonne, Homps, Agde, Carnon, Hochfelden, Luzech, Damazan, Fléac, Pont à Bar, Daon, Redon, Dinant, Chioggia, Marano, Eeklo, Fürstenberg, Potsdam, Kralupy, Pistany, Riba Roja d'Ebre and Broek op Langedijk)

More information about the Boat Show: www.salonnautiqueparis.com

Newsletter of the 10th september 2010

Offer One: test out your 2011 holidays for free

For all departures between the 24th of September and the 31st of October 2010,
the cost of the weekend will be reimbursed on the rental of a boat for one week in 2011.
Applicable for the entire 2011 season for a boat of equal or superior category.

Offer Two: One week for the price of a weekend

For all departures between the 1st and the 30th of October 2010,
applicable for all boats.


Departures in Burgundy (Pontailler-sur-Saône, La Truchère*, Digoin, Châtillon en Bazois*, Coulanges sur Yonne*),
on the Canal du Midi (Agde, Carcassonne*, Homps), in the Camargue (Carnon), in Alsace (Hochfelden),
in the Mayenne (Daon), in the Charente (Fléac), in Aquitaine (Damazan) and in the Lot (Castelmoron, Luzech)

* valid for one way trips only


NB : these offers are non-retroactive and cannot be combined with other promotions

REMINDER : EARLY BOOKING 2011

Reduction of 10%** off the 2010 price on the rental of a FFP Travel boat in 2011
Valid for all reservations confirmed before the 15th of September 2010

Available for all our departures bases except Cahors, Penne d’Agenais, Pont à Bar and Dinant

** this discount is applied to our 2010 fares, for a rental booked for 2011 of at least one week and confirmed before Sept 15th 2010. This discount can be added to the other current offers up to 15%. Valid under the following contractual and exceptional conditions: booking confirmed before Sept 15th 2010 4.00pm with 40% of the rental price paid as deposit

Test your luck and try to win a canal boat holiday

 
REMINDER : you have until October 31st 2010 to send us your
photos or videos or stories to try to win a cruise

Discover online the current entries for this contest

To get further information about our contest, please go on-line and visit our Facebook page , and click on "évènements"
>> Direct link