Barging is one of the most incredible ways to explore the real Europe, with its villages, vineyards, and countryside connected by an extensive network of canals and meandering rivers. And there's a style of barging to fit every personality and pocketbook. Hideaways Travel Services (800-843-4433) can help you put together just the right river-barging itinerary in the most scenic landscapes of Europe, including France, Italy, Scotland, England, Ireland, and Germany. Bring your immediate family, plan a multi-generational trip, or cruise with a group of friends.

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March 2010