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<h1 align="center">La Reine Pedauque : FAQ</h1>
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<h2>The barge</h2>
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<li><strong>The crew</strong> : trained and qualified, english speaking</li>
<li><strong>4 Suites</strong> : en suite bathrooms, TV, air-conditioning, opening port-holes</li>
<li><strong>2 decks</strong> : the lift and stairs give to access the cabins</li>
<li><strong>Power supply</strong> : electricity is 240 volts, US/UK adaptors available, shore power is used at night</li>
<li><strong>Water supply</strong> : 10 tonnes of fresh water, bottled drinking water is always available</li>
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<h2>Reservations</h2>
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<li><strong>How long in advance should I reserve ?</strong> : As soon as possible, La Reine Pedauque is a highly reputed barge and often reserved many months in advance.</li>
<li><strong>Can I reserve directly ?</strong> : Yes please use the <a href="reservation.html">reservation form</a>, there are special discounts for reservations.</li>
<li><strong>Can I charter the complete barge ?</strong> : Yes, the barge can accommodate charter groups for 6 to 8 passengers, if your group contains more than 8 people please contact us to arrange a cruise with more than one barge.</li>
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<h2>Cruises</h2>
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<li><strong>Are my cruise dates available ?</strong> : Please use the <a href="reservation.html">reservation form</a> and indicate your desired cruise dates.</li>
<li><strong>7 day cruises</strong> : begin on Friday and end the following Thursday.</li>
<li><strong>4 day cruises</strong> : can begin on Friday and end Monday, or they can begin on Monday and end Thursday.</li>
<li><strong>Cruise program</strong> : the barge cruises near Dijon in the Ouche Valley on the Burgundy Canal, here is a <a href="cruise-program.html">sample itinerary</a>.</li>
<li><strong>Excursions</strong> : with English speaking guide and tour bus, included in cruise price.</li> 
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<h2>Food</h2>
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<li><strong>I have a special diet</strong> : This is no problem, please inform us before departure and your chef will prepare as required. You can always <a href="contact.html">contact</a> us now with your requirements.</li>
<li><strong>Is the cuisine good ?</strong> : Yes, excellent, your chef purchases all the food locally and is a highly trained French chef.</li>
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<h2>Drinks</h2>
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        <li><strong>Are wines included ?</strong> : All wines served on board 
          during meals, selected wines in the restaurant. During the cruise you 
          will be introduced to a large selection of quality French wines.</li>
        <li><strong>Is there a bar on board ?</strong> : Yes, the is an open bar, 
          all drinks are on the house from fruit juices to Cocktails and strong 
          alcohol.</li>
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<h2>Access to the barge</h2>
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<li><strong>Is there wheel chair access ?</strong> : Yes, two cabins have complete wheel chair access; a bus with a wheel chair lift is used for all the excursions use.</li>
        <li><strong>Can children also be on board ?</strong> : Yes, we welcome 
          children, please note that children under 12 years of age <strong>do 
          not pay</strong>!</li>
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<h2>What does the cruise price includes ?</h2>
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<li>Cruise in the chosen cabin category</li>
        <li>All Inclusive: Full board and all drinks served on board the barge</li>
        <li>All port, boarding and landing taxes, lock fees</li>
<li>All excursions and events listed in the program with guided visits in English language</li>
<li>Transfers between Chateau la Chassagne and the boat in air-conditioned minibus</li>
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<h2>What is not included in the cruise price ?</h2>
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<li>Your journey to and from the pick up point <a href="http://www.chassagne.com">Ch&acirc;teau la Chassagne</a></li>
<li>Insurance in the event of cancellation</li>
<li>Personal expenses</li>
<li>Crew gratuities</li>
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