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Sébastien and Nicole are the managers of the Nicols base in Buzet-sur-Baïse in Aquitaine – a region of France that has remained traditional and with the traits we love from a more off-the-beaten-track destination. Their love of the waterways of the Aquitaine and ...
Getting to know José and his wife Valérie is not a magical feat. Both are hyperactive, and timing is crucial to engage in conversations about their lives and their nautical base on the beautiful French river, the Saône. Charming and ...
Our series of ‘expert opinion’ articles let you meet the people at Nicols who bring our boating holidays to life – people who are passionate about their jobs, the waterways they work on and the regions they live within. Here we will share their advice (and sometimes ...
Our series of ‘expert opinion’ articles let you meet the people at Nicols who bring our boating holidays to life – people who are passionate about their jobs, the waterways they work on and the regions they live within. Here we will share their advice about how to get ...
Our series of ‘expert opinion’ articles let you meet the people at Nicols who bring our boating holidays to life – people who are passionate about their jobs, the waterways they work on and the regions they live within. Here we will share ...
Did you know that in addition to our boats for crews of families and friends Nicols also have models of smaller canal boats that are ideal for just two people. They’re just as easy to navigate and just as comfortable onboard so all you need to worry about is enjoying ...
The Nicols base in Plagny is located on the Canal Latéral à la Loire, close to the intersection of the Loire and Allier rivers. This exceptional location offers a wide range of boating possibilities, from one atmosphere to another, ...
By choosing the Lot region of France for your boating holiday you get to enjoy just as much time in the water as you do on the water thanks to the excellent quality waters. The River Lot is a well known river to the south of Bordeaux and offers numerous opportunities ...