BARGING THROUGH AMERICA
Because life is a journey - not a destination

By Gina Stouffer
RiverBarge Excursion Lines

A vacation should spark curiosity, ignite one’s imagination and provoke a sense of adventure. As interstate highways are built for speed, some of America’s cities and great small towns have taken a backseat. Barging through America allows travelers to see the country in a whole new light by experiencing the heritage and culture of nearby towns and communities that celebrate their past, live in the present and have an eye on the future.

As guests board these one-of-a-kind vessels, they are immersed into the adventurous spirit of Lewis and Clark, witnessing the theater and vitality of the ever-changing rivers and waterways – their forks and bends and abundance of wildlife and nature along the shores…and in the water! Travelers can take a trip through history to see how these rivers shaped America and fostered commerce and settlement, creating some of the country’s most distinctive and celebrated cities such as Memphis, New Orleans and St. Louis. 

Barging through America also allows travelers “insider experiences” with the people and culture of each region. In boarding and destination landings, guests are greeted by captivating friends who share unforgettable secrets and stories about America’s rivers and shores. Onboard, regional musicians entertain as the spacious and relaxing barge provides a smooth, brisk ride with the utmost in efficiency, comfort and service.

RiverBarge Excursions, owner and operator of the 198-guest R/B River Explorer, is the first and only hotel barge on America’s waterways.  RiverBarge Excursions offers four to 10-day excursions in seven regions of the county’s rivers, including the lower and upper Mississippi River, the Cumberland River Valley, the Atchafalaya River Basin in Louisiana, Ohio River Valley, Missouri River and along  the inland Texas-Louisiana Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.

On the way back we’ll stop in Calgary, where you’ll see some of Alberta’s most interesting geography, including the Hoodoos, Surprise Corner and Sulphur Mountain. Just be sure to bring your camera and lots of film – you won’t want to miss a thing!