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2008 Departures and Prices Per Person
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| DATES |
DAYS |
Excursion
Nos
. |
Royal
Deck |
Platinum
Deck |
Personal
Cancellation Protection |
| 3 - 10
June 2008 |
8 |
RE060308 |
$2,791 |
$2,978 |
$223 |
| 10 -
17 June 2008 |
8 |
RE061008 |
$2,791 |
$2,978 |
$223 |
| 14 -
21 Aug 2008 |
8 |
RE081408 |
$2,853 |
$3,030 |
$227 |
| 04 -
11 Sept 2008 |
8 |
RE090408 |
$2,718 |
$2,905 |
$214 |
| 13 -
20 Nov 2008 |
8 |
RE111308 |
$2,718 |
$2,905 |
$218 |
| 2 - 9 Dec 2008 |
8 |
RE120208 |
$2,509 |
$2,697 |
$202 |
| 9 - 16 Dec 2008 |
8 |
RE120908 |
$2,509 |
$2,697 |
$202 |
Prices
are per person, based on double occupancy.
Platinum Deck
Staterooms have a balcony
Single Supplement - 50%
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additional charges and conditions are subject to change,
and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions
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2008
DATES |
DAYS |
REGION |
BOARDING
LANDING |
DESTINATION
LANDING |
EXCURSION
NOS. |
RARE ON
THE RIVER |
| 3 - 10
June |
8 |
|
St. Louis |
St. Louis |
RE060308 |
- |
| 10 -
17 June |
8 |
|
St. Louis |
Cincinnati |
RE061008 |
- |
| 14 -
21 Aug |
8 |
|
Pittsburgh |
Louisvile |
RE081408 |
- |
| 04 -
11 Sept |
8 |
|
St. Louis |
Nashville |
RE090408 |
- |
| 13 -
20 Nov |
8 |
|
Nashville |
Nashville |
RE111308 |
- |
| 2 - 9
Dec |
8 |
|
New Orleans |
Galveston |
RE120208 |
Best Barging Buy |
| 9 - 16
Dec |
8 |
|
Galveston |
New Orleans |
RE120908 |
Best Barging Buy |
CRUISE FEATURES:
- All Inclusive Pricing
- Unique Vessel
- All Outside, Large Staterooms
- Six Geographic Regions of Varied River Itineraries
- Focus on Relaxation
- Casual
Dress…Always!
- Insider Approach to History and Culture
- American Flagged Vessel with All-American Crew
- Open Seating at All Meals
- Great Regional Music and Regional Food
- All scheduled shore activities, onboard entertainment, port
charges, gratuities and taxes are included - No tipping
allowed!
- Complimentary soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea.
CRUISE INCLUDES:
All excursions include accommodations aboard the R/B River Explorer,
all meals, all soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, snacks, all
scheduled shore activities, onboard entertainment, port charges,
taxes and gratuities. No tipping allowed! The R/B River Explorer
does have alcoholic beverages and gift shop items available for
purchase onboard.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
How
much is the deposit?
A deposit of
$521 per stateroom is required within 14 days of
booking.
When is the final payment due?
The final payment is due no later than 60 days prior to departure.
This date is stated on your reservation contract.
Personal Cancellation Protection :
What is Personal Cancellation Protection?
RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Inc, recognizes that circumstances
may cause you to cancel your excursion plans with us. Through
our Personal Cancellation Protection (PCP), RiverBarge Excursion
Lines, Inc., offers you the opportunity to protect your vacation
investment under any circumstances. Our PCP is the easiest
and most clear cut method of cancellation protection available
anywhere.
Here's how it works:
- There is one set price per person for each
excursion.
- You may purchase our PCP when final payment is made.
- The applicable single supplement for the excursion booked
also applies for PCP.
What if I need to cancel my excursion?
If you have purchased PCP, you may cancel your excursion anytime
after you've made your final payment and before 3:00 p.m. on
the day of boarding. You have two options:
- Reschedule to a future excursion.
- Surrender your excursion documents to RiverBarge Excursion
Lines, Inc., and receive a full refund less the cost of the
Personal
Cancellation Protection and a
$52 per person administrative
fee. NO QUESTIONS ASKED! Please note: All cancellations must
be made
in writing. You can call us to cancel your excursion, but
you must follow up in writing.
What if I cancel because of a pre-existing condition?
At RiverBarge Excursion
Lines, Inc., we don't worry about pre-existing conditions, or
any other reasons that may cause you to cancel
your excursion. We do not require any doctor's certificates,
etc. We know that if you are not able to join us at the last
minute and if you have purchased PCP, you deserve a refund. No
refunds will be issued in the event of "no shows," interruption
or cancellation by the passenger after the start of the excursion.
Cancellations
What is your cancellation policy if I haven't purchased PCP?
All cancellations must be received in writing by RiverBarge
Excursion Lines, Inc., and are subject to a
$52 per person
administrative fee. If PCP is not purchased,
- cancellations
received prior to 60 days before departure will receive
a full refund minus the administrative fee;
- 59-30
days prior to departure 95% of
the
gross fare minus the administrative
fee
- 29-15
days prior to departure 70% of
the gross fare minus the administrative fee
- 14 days
or less prior to departure no refund will be issued.
- No
refunds will be issued in the event of "no shows," interruption
or cancellation by the passenger after the start
of the excursion.
TRANSFERS
Your air tickets purchased through RiverBarge Excursion
Lines, Inc., also include a transfer voucher from the airport
to the R/B River Explorer. The transfer voucher will be included
in your documents. You may also purchase a voucher at your
own expense if you are not making your air arrangements through
RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Inc.
FLIGHT SCHEDULE
When making travel arrangements for your RiverBarge Excursion,
we suggest that you arrive to your Boarding Landing no later
than 5:00 p.m. on boarding day. For your return home we suggest
you schedule flight departures for 1:00 p.m. or later. On departure
day we provide a limited city tour of your Destination Landing
which conveniently takes you to the airport in time for afternoon
flights. This complimentary transfer from the R/B River Explorer
to the airport is provided only for those guests who take the
city tour. If you need to make other arrangements you may do
so at your own expense with the Purser onboard.
Lagniappe "A Little
Something Extra"
Staterooms are not pre-assigned.
Staterooms are assigned by the Purser onboard. Rest assured each
of our comfortable staterooms
offers the same floor plan, same amenities and same amount of
space. The only difference is that Platinum Deck staterooms have
a small balcony. Consideration will be given to guests who have
special needs. There are three wheelchair accessible rooms on
the Royal Deck, two with adjoining staterooms.
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
Single occupancy
are offered with a supplement of 50%. Select trips offer a
25% single occupancy supplement. Call for details.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Inform us at the
time of booking. Special needs requests must be received in
writing.
If you have special dietary needs that require specific or
special food purchases, RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Inc., may
add a surcharge to your reservation. The R/B River Explorer
has three wheelchair accessible staterooms on the Royal Deck.
Two of these staterooms have connecting staterooms. All public
areas on the R/B River Explorer are wheelchair accessible.
There are two elevators onboard the R/B River Explorer.
Responsibility/Limited Liability
Certain
limitations of liability regarding delays, damage, loss, injury
or death while
on a RiverBarge Excursion. Details will be provided to all
guests with confirmation documents prior to your final payments,
or on request. Passage aboard the R/B River Explorer is governed
by the terms and conditions of the Bill of Lading.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between a Stateroom on the Royal and
Platinum Decks?
The only difference between the Royal and Platinum Decks is that
the Platinum Deck Staterooms have a small balcony. Both rooms
are the same in size and layout. The Platinum and Royal Deck
Staterooms offer large picture windows that open.
When will my Stateroom be assigned?
Staterooms are assigned by the Purser the morning of boarding
the R/B River Explorer. They are based on special request and
the date your reservation was made.
Is there any type of gambling on board?
The R/B River Explorer does not have gambling onboard, but we
do offer other onboard activities such as shuffle board, a
game room that includes bumper pool tables that can be converted
into card tables; puzzles, books, videos and other activities
that the BargeMasters have arranged for you. However, if you
would like to try your hand at the casino, there are many stops
the R/B River Explorer makes along its routes that do offer
gambling.
Where are the lifeboats - Safety Issue?
The R/B River Explorer can act as a lifeboat itself. Therefore,
there are no lifeboats. For example, if one of the barges,
say the LaSalle is in danger, guest would be instructed to
go to the Sky Deck of the other barge, the DeSoto. Once everyone
is safely on deck and in their lifejackets, the LaSalle would
be separated from the DeSoto and guests would be brought to
safety. There is a safety meeting onboard the R/B River Explorer
during the first day of barging to explain this procedure.
Can I apply my Barge Bucks toward the trip price of the trip?
Barge Bucks can be used for alcohol and gift shop purchases only.
All other features onboard the R/B River Explorer are included
in your excursion price.
Is there any entertainment onboard?
Enjoy special performances by regional musicians, storytellers
and other local entertainers.
What kind of recreation is there onboard?
The R/B River Explorer has an Exercise Room, Jogging/Walking
Track, Shuffleboard, Whirlpool Tub, Puzzles, Games, Video and
Book Library, Bumper Pool and Card Tables for the enjoyment
of our guests.
Will I get seasick from the current on the river?
No. The R/B River Explorer offers a smooth, brisk ride. Sometimes
you even have to look out of the window in order to know that
you are actually moving.
What are the staterooms like?
You have a choice of one super queen or two twin beds. Each stateroom
is 200 square feet of pure comfort and features individually
controlled AC/Heat, select satellite TV, VCR, mini-fridge,
coffee maker, binoculars, full-size tub with shower, hair dryer
and a large picture window that opens. Platinum Deck staterooms
have a small balcony.
Can I choose which stateroom I want?
Staterooms are not pre-assigned. Each stateroom offers the same
amount of space, the same amenities and the same floor plan.
However, if you have a request, please mention your need to
your RiverBarge Excursion Consultant and we will try our best
to meet your needs.
Is the R/B River Explorer wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the public areas have been designed to accommodate wheelchair
accessiblity.
Are there any wheelchair accessible rooms?
The Royal Deck has three wheelchair accessible staterooms that
are near the elevator.
Are there any telephones onboard?
Room to room calls can be made at no charge by dialing the room
number you wish to reach. Personal cellular telephones can
be used onboard throughout much of your excursion.
What is the "dress code?"
Dress on the R/B River Explorer is casual. Just be prepared to
sit back, relax, and simply enjoy the casual atmosphere.
What type of meal service is there?
Meals onboard the R/B
River Explorer consist of regional dishes that will vary along
your river excursion. Breakfast is buffet
service with egg/omelet station, fresh fruits, cereals and
breads. Lunch is also a buffet with the Chef's Specialty Station.
Supper is individually plated a la carte. Plus, there is always
the 24 hour "Raid the 'fridge" and the never empty
Perpetual Cookie Jar to satisfy your sweet tooth!
What may I see while onboard?
The "insiders" aspect
of our experience is very important to a RiverBarge Excursion
because our unique trips are created
with a lot of help and advice from old friends along our routes.
The BargeMasters, with many years of experience on the rivers,
will help you explore the soul of America, experience its culture
and history through visits, song and story. Our focus is always
the river, how it shaped America, how it fostered commerce and
settlement, and how it helped our cities grow. You'll visit big
cities and small towns. Some of the places may even be off the
beaten path.
Do you have a doctor or nurse onboard?
The BargeMasters are trained to handle an emergency situation
and get that person in need to a facility nearby. However,
there is no doctor or nurse onboard.
What time should I make my airline reservations?
Boarding onboard the R/B River Explorer is until 6:00pm and you
room is available at 3:00pm. If you must schedule a later flight
contact your RiverBarge Excursion Consultant so arrangements
can be made. Upon disembarkation, if you plan on taking the
included city tour with a transfer to the airport, please make
air reservations after 1:00pm.
What is the address of the boarding location?
If you are
coming in on a flight an air transfer will be available to take
you to your boarding destination. If you are driving,
call your Consultant for instructions.
How long are we in each host landing?
Time in each host landing varies. You will be provided with an
itinerary that includes this information.
What is the seating arrangement in the Galley?
There is no assigned seating for meals. The R/B River Explorer's
open seating policy allows our guests to sit where they choose,
therefore allowing you a chance to meet a variety of interesting
people.
Can I bring an oxygen machine onboard?
Yes, arrangements
can be made through the Consultant.
How will I get from the airport to the R/B River Explorer?
RiverBarge Excursion Lines offers transfers at an additional
cost from the airport to the R/B River Explorer. Contact your
Consultant once your air reservations
have been made.
Where can I park?
If you are taking a round trip, RiverBarge Excursion Lines suggests
that you park at the airport of your Boarding Landing. By doing
so you can purchase a transfer from the airport to the R/B
River Explorer. Upon disembarkation, a city tour will be provided
with a transfer back to the airport. If you are taking an excursion
where your boarding and destination are different, we still
suggest that you park at the airport of your Boarding Landing,
since that will be the location to your flight back.
What is Home Free?
We'll get you to your Boarding Landing free of charge! FREE Transportation
from Destination Landing back to Boarding Landing at the conclusion
of excursion.OR FREE Transportation to Boarding Landing from
Destination Landing to begin excursion.
Home Free Air: Based on availability at time of booking. Valid
only if booked through RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Inc. Not combinable
with other Added Value Programs or group rates.
Home Free Private Motorcoach: Available on most excursions from
the Destination Landing back to the Boarding Landing. Combinable
with other Added Value Programs. Combinable with group rates
for a minimal charge of
$52 per person.
Is there a gift shop onboard?
Yes, the R/B River Explorer has a gift shop onboard where guests
have many items to choose from
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