About us.

Jennifer’s Travel specializes in short term barge hire along River Barrow and the Grand Canal.

We are a friendly family run operation well established at our base in Bell Harbour in the centre of Monasterevin town. Monasterevin is halfway along the canal link between the River Barrow and the Grand Canal mainline, which makes us ideal if you wish explore either or both waterway systems.

Being a smaller family operation and boaters ourselves we can take the time to help you plan your break in advance and can offer advice should you wish it. We pride ourselves on being able to offer a personal service, and promise to reply to your communications as quickly as possible.

Grand Canal Ireland scenic waterway for barge hire with Jennifer's Travels
Couple enjoying steering a self-drive canal barge on the Grand Canal Ireland on a barge hire holiday
Jennifer's Travels canal barge moored on the Grand Canal Ireland for barge hire holidays
Person steering a canal barge from the stern helm position on an Irish waterway on a self-drive barge holiday

Our barges.

Grand Canal Ireland scenic waterway for barge hire with Jennifer's Travels

Jellybelly – 4-Berth Canal Barge

A curious and wonderful boat. A nickname for Jennifer as a baby.

Applejack green red and yellow canal barge reflected in calm water at Monasterevin Grand Canal Ireland

Applejack – Our Colourful 2-Berth Narrowboat

With the colours being such a red and green, what other name could such a sweet boat be called.

AppleJack sure makes a notable presence along Grand Canal.

Ramblin Rose – New 4-Berth Canal Barge

Our brand new addition to the fleet, Ramblin Rose is a beautiful 4-berth canal barge perfect for exploring the waterways.

Don’t rush. Breathe it in.