PARIS WITH LOVE / February 11-15 2009

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Think romance immediately makes thinking about Paris. That's for a reason. This ever-charming city is a wonderful place to wander, hand-in-hand, walk out onto a bridge over the river Seine and kiss, sip a coffee and watch the world go by. Paris is definitely made for lovers… lovers of light, lovers of good life, lovers of arts and culture, lovers of fine cuisine and wines.

Our "Paris With Love" exclusive program is perfect for celebrating Valentine's in one of the most romantic city in the world, for wedding anniversaries, and for special occasions. It includes a romantic approach of the destination, as well as activities that take part of the luxury French lifestyle in a high quality environment: private tours and shopping, wellbeing and relaxation, French cuisine exploration through cooking classes and wine tastings, arts and cultural entertainments, luxury accommodation, and fine restaurants.

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The luxury 4-star design Bel Ami hotel is located left bank, in the heart of the romantic district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, steps from the famous cafés Les Deux Magots or “Le Flore”, one block from Ladurée and Pierre Hermé pastry shops, walking distance from the river Seine and the arts galleries. Designed to appeal to a fashion conscious audience, the Bel Ami hotel is decorated in subtle earth tones, projected onto a canvas of minimalist chic. Clean lines and a palette of caramel and anis green or a variation of blue give the rooms an air of calm, informal elegance, counter pointed by a simple white marble bathroom, revolutionary in style, relaxed by design.

The charming 3-star Plaza Elysées is located right bank, within distance to the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe. Exquisitely appointed in traditional classic French décor and furnishing, the rooms offer comfort, convenience and elegance with modern amenities including cable television, alarm clock, minibar, safety-deposit box, wireless Internet access and telephone with dataports. The Plaza Elysees is a full service hotel featuring value added facilities and services such as a 24-hour front desk, shoeshine, and laundry service.

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DETAILED ITINERARY

> Day 1 (Wednesday) – Transfer to hotel – Afternoon Spa – Gourmet Dinner
Private transfer by car from Paris CDG airport to the hotel. Check-in and installation. Complimentary Champagne and flowers in the room at the Bel Ami hotel****
At noon, you will meet with Corinne Preteur at the hotel to share a welcome drink and review your program. Lunch by your own in a restaurant nearby.
Afternoon relaxing Spa for Two at the luxury Spa des Cinq Mondes. Treatment includes a hammam, an aromatic body peeling with natural oils, and a massage.
Early dinner at a French restaurant nearby the hotel. Night at the hotel

> Day 2 (Thursday) – Morning Cooking Class – Afternoon free shopping - Dinner at “Les Saveurs de Flora” steps to the Champs Elysées
Breakfast at your hotel.
At 10:30am: Hands-on cooking class (taught in English) at the Opera Paris Gourmand with Chef Myriam. You will learn to cook a 3-course meal (traditional French cuisine). The class ends at 2:00pm after the tasting lunch.
Afternoon free for shopping, visiting a museum...
At 8:30pm, dinner at Les Saveurs de Flora gourmet restaurant on Avenue George V (8th district, steps to the Champs Elysées). Night at the hotel.

> Day 3 (Friday) – Morning relaxation - Paris Romantic – Paradis Latin Cabaret (dinner Star & show)
Breakfast at your hotel and morning free. Lunch at the « 1728 » 18th century-style gourmet restaurant in 8th district, steps to the Elysees and Fg Saint Honoré.
At 4:30pm, a driver will pick you up (meeting in the lobbye of Palace-Hotel Bristol) for a unique exploration of Paris by car on the way to the most romantic movies such as « Everyone say I love you » (2 hour).
At 8:00pm, dinner at the Paradis Latin followed by a 2-hour show while tasting the champagne Night at the hotel

> Day 4 (Saturday) – Private Gourmet Tour in Paris followed by a cheese & wine tasting at 5e Cru – Champagne Cruise on the Seine river – Dinner at the starred restaurant Jules Verne in the Eiffel Tower
After your breakfast, private gourmet tour of the Paris left bank starting at 11:00am, including visit to the open-air food market, and visit to the best gourmet shops celebrating the finest French food : chocolate, pastry, macaroons, bread, cheese, spices, wine and much more. Our tour lasts 4 hours. Cheese & wine tasting is scheduled at 1:00pm.
At 6:00pm, one-hour champagne cruise on the Seine river.
At 8:30pm, Valentine’Dinner at Michelin-starred restaurant “Jules Verne” in the Eiffel Tower offering a breathtaking view on all over Paris. Night at the hotel

> Day 5 (Sunday) – Check-out and transfer
Breakfast at your hotel, check out before noon, and private transfer to Paris CDG airport.

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OUR PRICES FOR TWO PERSONS (double occupancy)

$ 5,500.00 (4-star Terrass Hotel Montmartre)
$ 5,990.00 (4-star Design Hotel Bel Ami)
Rates are subject to change based on currency exchange. Call for updated rates.

PRICE INCLUDES:
• Private transfers from/to the airport
• 4 nights accommodation (double occupancy deluxe room, continental breakfasts included
• Welcome drink and dinner on Wednesday,
• 1 hour and 30mn Spa treatment on Wednesday at the “Spa des 5 Mondes”
• One hands-on cooking class celebrating the French traditional cuisine, tasting lunch and wine included,
• One-hour Champagne cruise on the river Seine
• Two-hour Paris Exploration in a traditional French car “2CV”, featuring the most romantic places,
• Four-hour private gourmet tour in Paris left bank included food & wine tastings
• Valentine’s Special dinner at le Jules Verne Michelin-starred restaurant in the Eiffel Tower on Saturday
• Paradis Latin “star” dinner and show on Friday
• Lunch at the 1728
• Dinner at Les Saveurs de Flora
• In your hotel room : we offer you a complimentary bottle of Champagne and a bouquet of roses.

NOT INCLUDED : airfare, ground transportation in Paris, lunch on Wednesday, the drinks at the restaurants except for the dinner at the Paradis Latin, personal insurance, personal expenses.

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2009 / 2010 TOUR DATES

February 11-15, 2009
February 10-14, 2010
For other dates or special request, please contact us.

This program is available from one couple, and limited to 8 participants

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