''Magna Carta'' was built in the
Netherlands
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in 1936. She was converted from a sand carrying cargo vessel to a
hotel barge
A hotel barge (fr. ''péniche hôtel'') is a barge that has been built or converted to serve as a hotel or other kind of lodging. Hotel barges are generally found on rivers and canals in Europe, and may be used for river cruises or permanently moo ...
in 2001-2002 after 65 years carrying cargo for the same family. The barge conversion was designed and managed by Dominic Read, one of the new owners.
''Magna Carta'' has 4 double cabins allowing her to carry up to 8 passengers. She also has separate crew quarters which house the crew of four. The crew consists of the captain, two hostesses, chef, and tour guide.
References
External links
Carta''Official site
Hotel barges
Barges
1936 ships
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