'ABSOLUUT2'

Originally built as a private yacht in 1994 to cruise on the inland waterways of Europe, the Absoluut2 was formerly known as the ‘Marjorie’. Acquired several years ago by charismatic couple John and Ienka Baker they have brought their considerable experience in the boating world to the Absoluut2 and so ensure they give guests the time of their lives. In 2012 they will continue the tradition of luxury and relaxation aboard the Absoluut2, offering her splendid Tulip Cruises. They will begin and end in Rotterdam (with pick up and drop off in Amsterdam) and guests will be treated to the very best that Holland has to offer in the way of excursions, relaxation on board and world class food and wines. Please note the famous flower-filled Keukenhof Gardens usually close mid May, but the Absoluut2 offers two more cruising weeks after that which still offer many wonderful treats for the enthusiatic traveller.
At the end of May she will transfer to France via Bruges and Paris before arriving in the Burgundy region. There she will be cruising between Nemours and Joigny or Briare, and also offering her alternative Burgundy canal cruise itinerary (between Joigny and Tanlay). In addition she will cruise to Chateau Thierry and back in the Champagne region in the middle of July.
Standards on board are very high and the Absoluut2 is a very luxurious vessel. Huge picture windows in the lounge and dining room allow natural light to flood in at all times, creating a very pleasant place for relaxation and dining. Top quality leather sofas and a large coffee table enhance the lounge area, and the dining table easily seats 8 guests in comfort. Excellent bikes are carried on board for guests’ use, and a selection of more than 300 DVDs are also to hand for that (rare!) rainy day.
The two suites and two cabins (which can be either double or twin) are spacious and very well decorated to create a relaxing space where guests may wish to spend time during the day as well as sleeping at night. Each one has flat screen TV and DVD player. The sun deck is large and has a pleasant shaded area, as well as an area for sunning oneself, and the jacuzzi spa pool provides another pleasant alternative option. Vineyards, chateaux, vibrant markets, gentle country lanes and quaint villages all await you on this very personal cruise, far from the madding crowd. A totally graceful way to experience a barge cruise in 2012.....