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We’re the No.1 provider of boating holidays on the beautiful rivers, lakes and canals of Europe and Canada.
Market leaders in boating holidays
We are the No:1 provider of boating holidays on Europe and Canada’s beautiful inland waterways. We have the world’s largest fleet of self-drive boats to hire and the widest choice of fabulous boating holiday destinations to choose from!
Years of boat hire experience
With over 50 years on the water we’ve been doing this for a long time, so you can rely on us to offer exceptional service and a wealth of helpful advice and knowledge to ensure you have the best time on the water!
No licence or experience required!
Not many of our new customers have driven a boat before. However, they quickly realise how easy it is and soon become confident navigating the waterways. Our base teams will show you everything you need know, so you can relax and enjoy your time away!
Why you should partner with Emerald Star
Emerald Star is the market leader in self-drive canal boat holidays, with over 50 years of experience in the industry. Emerald Star owns and operates one of the largest and most stylish selections of self-drive canal boats in Europe and Canada.
With a fleet of over 900 boats, travellers can easily choose a boat that best fits their budget, travel style and group size (sleeping from 2 to 12 people). All boats feature fully-equipped kitchens, comfortable furnishings, showers and bathrooms. Instructions and an orientation are provided and no previous boating experience or licence is required to hire a boat. We operate a network of departure bases across nine destinations, meaning Le Boat’s self-drive canal boat holidays can be whatever your customers want them to be – from a full-on, unique action-packed adventure to a slow-paced, relaxing chance to unwind and explore the waterways at their own leisure. If your customers can drive a car, then they will feel comfortable driving one of Le Boat’s cruisers.
We know that our continued success depends on providing the best service, boats and destinations, and we do, so your customers are in good hands with Le Boat!
Never been on a boating holiday?
Be the captain of your own boat. No license or experience is required.
NEW TO BOATINGTypes of agent partnership
Direct API
For larger agent partners that meet the necessary requirements, we are able to develop dedicated API integrations direct into our booking system. The API connection will allow you to check availability, create quotes and book vacations using an XML script. This will allow you to integrate Le Boat vacations into your own website, with all bookings managed by you.
Book on request
If your business is not suited to either an agent link or direct API, we are also able to accept booking requests for agent partners on an ad-hoc basis. Get in touch with one of our sales team members for more information.
Request an agent account
Do you have a client who would like further information on Le Boat? Request an account using the link below to begin the setup of your Emerald Star Agent ID. A member of the Emerald Star Team will then come back to you with your account details in 24 to 48 hours.
Partner assets
In line with our website terms of use, Le Boat offers existing partners who have gained written permission from Le Boat, or the appropriate content owner, a revocable, non-exclusive licence to use the content of this page. All trademark, copyrights or other intellectual property rights are retained by Emerald Star or the content owner. Below, you can access exclusive partner marketing material to help better understand as well as sell our holidays. Watch our New To Boating video.
Agent webinar
Want to know more about Emerald Star and our fantastic service offering? Watch our pre-recorded agent training webinar lead by our Head of Sales Operations, Pierre Walters, that will tell you everything you need to know.
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Suggested itineraries
Enjoy our detailed, ready-to-print guides that have been compiled by boating holiday experts, with the aim of taking the hassle out of holiday planning. Hourly breakdowns of each day gives the customer an idea on what to see and do, covering all main destination highlights, including restaurant recommendations, suggestions for families with younger children, plus a few insider tips!
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Agent asset library
Access our Bynder partner asset collection for useful images and videos of our destinations, boats, fonts, brand guidelines, and more.
PLUS download assets for our exciting NEW destination for 2024: The Trent-Severn Waterway in Ontario.
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