Finally, a solution for the client who wants to captain their own water vehicle through the canals of Venice but wants the benefit of a tour guide. In 2016, Le Boat will introduce Boating Flotillas. This is Europe’s first leading operator of self-skippered boating vacations.

On specified departure dates travellers can join a group of fellow boaters, which follow a Le Boat guide on the same itinerary through the waterways in and around Venice. The guide will help plan the itinerary, organize optional group activities and provide assistance to new boaters, if needed. They can be expected to suggest places to see and visit along the way - with or without the group. If desired Flotilla boaters can visit attractions such as Jesolo Lido, a picturesque area that boasts more than eight miles of beaches. Referred to as the "Venetian Riviera", it lies on the banks of the River Sile and the Cavetta canal.

Wine aficionados can visit Collio Goriziano, a winemaking area in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia Region. At the crossroads of Europe’s Latin, Germanic and Slavic cultures, the area produces some of the most unique, predominately white wines whose varietals include Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia, Istriana, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc. “A Le Boat Flotilla is really the best of both worlds,” said Shannan Brennan, Le Boat’s head of Distribution and Marketing, U.S., Canada and Latin America. “Boaters can be as independent as they want, while also enjoying the expert assistant of our knowledgeable and experienced guides.” Le Boat also offers a free app that can be downloaded from the Apple and Google Play stores that provides information and advice for getting the most out of a Le Boat vacation.

Brennan also added, “No boating experience or license is required for renting a boat. We provide instructions and an orientation to first-time renters, ensuring they get the most out of their boating holiday.” Oh Buoy.