Generally speaking, the smaller the vessel, the more personal the service, and the more exclusive the experience. This is reflected in the pricing. Small vessels are ideal for families, groups of friends, or individuals who who are attracted to the luxury of a barge cruise. All cabins have private, nicely appointed bathrooms with showers. Some suites include bathtubs.
Several barges have saunas and on deck hot tubs or jacuzzis as well.
Usually there are no telephones, TVs or computers. For emergency communications, barges do carry a cellular phone. The gentle movement of the barges anchored for the night have caused dedicated insomniacs to report wonderful, restful sleep. Most passengers enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on board barges and fancy dressing is not the custom. Comfortable, casual attire, sneakers or docksiders on board.