~ About the Barge

Classic Boat

Originally named Drie Gezusters (Three Sisters), and launched in 1926 for a Dutch captain with three daughters, Golden Odyssey spent her working life carrying cargo to all parts of Europe.

At what seemed like the end of her career she was bought by a yachtsman who admired her fine lines and high quality construction. The painstaking conversion that followed was guided by the twin watch-words of quality and taste.

Thus the re-born barge yacht has conserved her lines, but all else is new with just one exception.

Industrie

Whilst many guests will simply take the main engine and associated systems for granted, for others it is the subject of deep appreciation.

Industrie diesel motors are legendary among the older generations of barge captains and Golden Odyssey's has been totally re-built to ensure that she still benefits from the technology developed to serve these craft when they were at their zenith.

As to the other systems it will take a more dedicated engineer to maintain his interest. Suffice to say that from generator to plumbing and electrical systems, fire fighting, laundry and galley, all is new and built to the highest standards.

Cruise in Comfort

The Spa Pool is typical of the high standards aboard. It is a generous 2 metres by 4 metres and is equipped with water heating and chilling systems, a 10 bar jet pump, ozone purification and underwater lighting. Similarly the air conditioning system is designed to exceed the yacht's requirements. It can warm or chill and distributes air through 7 independently controlled air-handlers allowing each guest to control the temperature of their cabin individually.

Although discreetly housed, Golden Odyssey has a full range of modern communication and entertainment systems. Communications ashore are maintained thanks to both cellular and satellite networks. There are private telephones in all cabins and fax and email in the office. There is a full stereo system, video and Bang & Olufsen TV.