Escape to Blue Space with Le Boat
Spending time near water, otherwise known by experts as a “blue space”, is increasingly linked to improved mental health. According to Better, 89% of people in the UK report positive effects from being around water, including boosted mood (55%), reduced anxiety (39%), and better sleep (27%).
Le Boat is tapping into this trend by championing boating as the original form of blue space therapy. Self‑drive holidays on serene waterways offer families, and teens particularly, a powerful break from screens, structured routine, and daily stress.
- Parents get time to unwind, reconnect, and enjoy meals prepared together on board.
- Teens benefit from unplugged days, fresh air, and natural environments that stimulate mood, focus, and creativity.
- Families carve out shared memories through swimming, cycling, and wildlife spotting in scenic surroundings.
Le Boat’s cruisers are made for relaxation, equipped with easy controls, spacious decks, and cosy interiors. Each trip begins with a comprehensive boat handover, allowing guests to feel in control and confident from the outset. Routes include quaint villages, local markets, and spots ideal for stopping and soaking up the surroundings.
Ideal routes for Blue Space Therapy
Charente, Southwest France
Peaceful and uncrowded, the Charente River is perfect for beginners and ideal for wildlife watching, fishing, and riverside picnics. A calm and wildlife-rich river route, great for slowing down, fishing, or riverside dining. The Charente is lined with Romanesque architecture, sleepy villages, and sunflower fields, making it perfect for relaxed cruising. Families can moor up for canoeing, visit riverside châteaux like Rochefoucauld, or enjoy quiet time watching herons and kingfishers from the deck.
A seven-night self-catered stay on the River Charente, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Jarnac on board a Royal Mystique B, sleeping six, arriving 23 July 2025, is priced from £2,749 per boat (was £3,939, saving £1,190). No experience necessary. Transport to and from the base is not included.
Alsace Lorraine, Eastern France
Picturesque villages, vine-clad hills, and gentle cruising, perfect for reconnecting and exploring. This route combines peaceful waterways with French German heritage, making it ideal for those who enjoy culture and food. Highlights include mooring near Dole’s historic centre, cycling along the towpaths, and tasting traditional tarte flambée at a riverside bistro.
A seven-night self-catered stay in the Alsace-Lorraine region, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Hesse, on board a Corvette A, sleeping four, arriving 4 August 2025, is priced from £1,529 per boat (was £2,129, £600). No experience necessary. Transport to and from the base is not included.
Brittany, Northern France
Celtic heritage, fresh Atlantic air, and medieval towns, screen time takes a back seat here. Navigate through countryside and moor up in places like Josselin, with its fairytale château, or Redon, known for its markets and abbey. The region’s quiet canals offer plenty of mooring spots for picnics, crêpes, or simply soaking up the scenery in silence.
A seven-night self-catered stay in Brittany, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Messac, on board a Crusader, sleeping six, arriving 18 August 2025, is priced from £1,719 per boat (was £2,459, saving £740). No experience necessary. Transport to and from the base is not included.
For more information, visit www.leboat.com/en or call 020 3608 6043.
