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Paris & Normandy with AmaWaterways | FOR OUR VETS

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Other Β· Spring Β· 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

she's a beautiful little ship this is not one of their larger boats they can't travel in the S so it is one of the smaller ones H she was in great shape

the food was excellent they do wine pairings you know you've been on them so uh that was also very nice

the cruise manager met you at the airport and is kind of with you for the entire experience we've been on the river cruises we've been with on the waterways that's kind of a really nice thing

I think the most unexpected thing for me was the was the Monee Gardens I they were just so beautiful

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book river cruises a year in advance as they fill up early
βœ“Use a travel expert to help choose tours and plan itineraries

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on an AmaWaterways river cruise in Paris and Normandy?
QHow does AmaWaterways handle operational issues like high water?
QWhat are the highlights and excursions on this itinerary?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Deauville4 Happy Bacon
Top: Deauville Beach and Town Tour
Giverny4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Monet's House and Gardens
Normandy4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: US and Canadian D-Day Beaches and Cemeteries
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YouTube Video Description↓

Join Ken, the host of RTE-Travel Talk, as he sits down with Barb Young, owner of Cruise Holidays of Port Coquitlam, to discuss her recent river cruise experience with AmaWaterways in Paris and Normandy. Barb shares an in-depth review of the itinerary, highlighting the beautiful staterooms, the exceptional service from the Cruise Manager, and key moments from the journey, including how AmaWaterways expertly resolved any river issues. She provides heartfelt feedback on visiting the war cemeteries and offers valuable tips for both pre- and post-cruise activities in Paris. From arrival to departure, Barb gives an inside look at AmaWaterways' top-notch service, the delectable cuisine, the entertainment on board and the weather during her trip. Barb and Ken share a special remembrance of their Dads two WW II veterans. Don't miss Barb's final advice for anyone considering a river cruise, plus her memorable visit to the Eiffel Tower. This segment is packed with insights and reflections that will inspire your next river cruise adventure. #askarealtravelexpert #amawaterways Contact Cruise Holidays of Port Coquitlam Website: www.cruisehol.com Email: barb@cruisehol.com Phone: 888-245-1900 - 604-472-1212 Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Image & Video Credits: Images Courtesy of: Ama Waterways Video Clips Courtesy of: AmaWaterways Juno Museum Courtesy of: Dr. Alexander Mayer, via Wikimedia Commons Other Images Courtesy of: Adobe Stock RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Special Guest, Barbara Young 01:14 Overview of itinerary 01:47 Staterooms 02:42 Pre -cruise: Cruise Manager 03:20 Cruise Itinerary Highlights 05:28 River problems solved 07:18 Feedback on war cemeteries 07:39 Pre& post in Paris: what to do 10:58 AmaWaterways' arrival to departure service 12:05 Cuisine 14:03 Entertainment on board 15:34 Weather 16:22 Remembrance for our Vets 18:35 Eiffel Tower 19:00 Final river cruising advice 20:14 Contacting Barb 20:52 Barb's future travel plans