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LOIRE
VALLEY
Miles of vineyards, enchanted forests
and charming villages await you. The only thing better than
touring a castle is staying in one. Many chateaux are open
to guests and have been meticulously renovated without sparing
the comforts and luxuries a traveler expects. Celebrate the
refined cooking of the region and visit the wineries that
produce fine wines such as Vouvray, Muscadet, Sancerre.
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NORMANDY
Castles, gardens, miles of forests and
the ocean. Normandy is a region that enchants and delights
the eye as well as the palate. A paradise for lovers of art,
history and fine cuisine. This is the country of Calvados,
apple cider, and Camembert cheese while the pristine waters
of the Atlantic produce some of the finest oyster beds in
the world. Imposing fortresses and Norman castles, ancient
abbeys and cathedrals ornamented with spectacular stained
glass windows.
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BURGUNDY
Spectacular vineyards, visit medieval
cellars and charming medieval towns surrounded by picturesque
landscapes. Stop in Dijon, the region's capital to admire the
ducal palace and 17th century houses. Our staff can arrange
for cooking lessons, bicycle itineraries and visits to famous
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PROVENCE
This land has inspired painters for
centuries, the sun bathes the medieval stone houses and gothic
cathedrals in a translucent light. Visit castles, French spas,
farms and natural parks. Enjoy the gastronomic riches of the
region and shop at local markets bursting with color and life.
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RIVIERA
Nice, Monte Carlo, Cap cojure Ferrat,
Cannes and St.Tropez are names that cojure up images of beautiful
beaches, pristine waters and elegant surroundings. Admire
the breathtaking view of the turquoise sea from your hotel.
Walk through the medieval villages of Eze and St. Paul de
Vence. Nice and Cannes are famous for their outdoor food and
flower markets - a must see for any visitor. Be pampered at
"Les Thermes Marins de Monte-Carlo" spa in Monte Carlo, which
Town and Country Magazine describes as "sublime and one of
the top two or three in the world."
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BEAUJOLAIS
The "land of golden stones"; this is the
southern part of the Beaujolais area, where villages are built
out of mellow yellow limestone further brightened by the sunshine.
Cruise down the Saone River to discover the different faces
of the landscapes around Lyon, capital of the region. Admire
the magnificent panorama of the Jura mountains and the French
Alps. |
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