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July 9th, 2026

Cruising France's Canal du Midi with French Waterways

  1. Cruising France's Canal du Midi with French Waterways Big Blend Radio 32:27

In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Quiltripping Travel with Rose” podcast, travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her unforgettable journey through southern France aboard a luxury hotel barge with French Waterways. 

Cruising along the historic Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre World Heritage Site, Rose discovers the joys of slow travel while exploring charming villages, remarkable engineering marvels, regional cuisine, celebrated wines, and authentic French culture.

Traveling aboard an intimate hotel barge, Rose enjoys exceptional hospitality while cruising through one of France’s most picturesque regions. Along the way, she visits centuries-old locks and aqueducts, samples local vermouth, wines, and olive oils, explores the magnificent medieval fortress of Cité de Carcassonne, and uncovers hidden gems that many travelers never experience.

This immersive journey celebrates the beauty of slowing down, connecting with local communities, and discovering the history, traditions, and flavors that make southern France so unforgettable. Whether you’re dreaming of a European canal cruise, Love French food and wine, or enjoy exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this episode is sure to inspire your next adventure.

Celebrate French-American Heritage Month by discovering the history, culture, cuisine, and timeless beauty of France through one of Europe’s most memorable slow travel experiences.

📖 Read Rose’s Articles:

– A Luxury Barge Cruise Through History, Wine & Good Food: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/barge-cruise-french-waterways 

– Athos Barge Cruise Review: https://quiltripping.com/athos-barge-cruise-review/ 

🚤 Learn More About French Waterways: https://www.french-waterways.com/ 

🌐 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/ 

📰 Check out the Quiltripping Travel Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/QUILTRIPPING-TRAVEL-WITH-ROSE-MAG 

🎧 Subscribe to Quiltripping Travel with Rose Podcast: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/ 


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Lisa Smith Big Blend Radio

We are Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, hosts of Big Blend Radio, full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour where we document parks and public lands across the country. Being digital nomads we also pet sit on our travels, and we love it!