Petermann will be based in Florida, expanding European Waterways’ availability to clients

(TRAVPR.COM) UNITED STATES - October 23rd, 2014 - European Waterways announced that it has signed an agreement with Debbie Petermann, former owner of self-drive boating holiday company Le Boat, to help enhance the company’s customer services initiatives in the U.S by expanding available reachable hours.

As an owner of Le Boat, Debbie was a pioneer in selling hotel barge cruises to the American market. The company later became better known for its self-drive boating vacations after it was sold.

Based in Clearwater, Florida, Debbie will assist European Waterways’ U.S. agents and clients with their inquiries.

“Debbie’s vast knowledge of the hotel barging industry and extensive experience working with U.S. travel agents will be a valuable addition to our customer service offerings,” said Derek Banks, managing director of European Waterways.  “In coordination with our U.K. offices, she will make booking with us a more seamless process, expanding the hours that we are available to assist agents with their needs. We are pleased to have an industry professional of her caliber onboard.” 

Debbie can be reached via European Waterways’ U.S. toll-free number, 1-877-879-8808 andat Debbie@gobarging.com. She will be working in conjunction with European Waterways’ current sales team in Windsor, England, which will also continue to service the US market.

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