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Duke and Duchess Holiday Hotel Narrowboats

Which cruise should you choose on Duke and Duchess? This is the most difficult decision for a prospective guest to make as every cruise has its own special attractions; each canal and river has its own particular charm. In general, cruises on canals offer more opportunities to be active - to help Duke and Duchess through the locks if you wish or just walk the towpath. On rivers, particularly the Thames, there are more historic places to see, and sometimes more opportunities for sightseeing. The boats are centrally heated, so you will still be comfortable whatever the weather.

The price of the cruises on Duke and Duchess includes full board including breakfast, lunch and dinner together with mid-morning coffee, afternoon tea, and even a glass of wine with dinner, a comfortable cabin with all linen, towels and soap. In short, everything you would expect from a good hotel. However, the price does not include your bar bills, car parking or entrance fees to local attractions.

A holiday on Duke and Duchess is generally informal and storage space, though ample, is limited so don’t bring too much. It is suggested that you include comfortable, casual clothes, a warm jumper for cooler evenings and waterproofs. Take some soft-soled shoes to wear on board and tougher shoes or boots if you intend to walk the towpaths.

Don't forget your camera and lots of film or memory cards, and possibly binoculars for observing the varied wildlife. A torch will be useful for evening sorties from the boat.

If you take your mobile phone don't forget your charger!

Link: http://www.hotelboat-holidays.co.uk/