Honeymoon in France
What can be more romantic than a honeymoon in France? Enriched with some of the most beautiful gardens and architectural buildings in the world, this country is alive with sensual romance and fascinating history.
Paris boasts some of the finest restaurants in the world. But if a large, expensive restaurant is out of your budget, you can still enjoy the many small cafes and bistros found throughout the city. Sit and enjoy a cafe au lait and sample some of the most most delicious pastry confections around. Then take a stroll through the Jardin du Luxembourg gardens and don't forget to take a turn along the Seine river.
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Local Attractions In Paris
Looking for some other things to see and do while in Paris? Check out these local attractions:
Visit the Musée d'Orsay, which was once a railroad station and now converted into a beautiful museum housing 19th century antiques and art.
Be sure to also make a stop at the Musée de Cluny, which contains one of the world's best collections of medieval art and unicorn tapestries. The museum itself is found within a 15th century mansion.
Tour the Latin Quarter on the "Left Bank of Paris" and then take an awesome balloon ride over the Loire Valley.
France also contains many canals from which you can hire a boat and cruise past famous vineyards and historic villages.
Be sure to include a visit to Notre Dame and the nearby Sainte Chapelle, a chapel with the most amazing stained glass windows.
The Musée du Louvre contains a monumental collection of the worlds finest antiques and paintings by the most famous artists of history.
And of course, we can't forget a tour of the Eiffel Tower, which was built for the World Exhibition of 1889.
Tour The French Countryside
Many other places to visit outside of Paris that are easily accessible by train or by car:
The Château de Fontainebleau which is situated in a beautiful forest setting. It is a royal chateau built with a distinct architectural style.
The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is a 17th century palace. It was considered the ultimate in luxury in its day and includes gilded interiors, frescoes on the ceilings and gorgeous landscaped gardens.
Of course, your tour wouldn't be complete without a visit to Louis XIV's home, Versailles.
French Tourist Attractions and Interesting Adventures
Looking for some more adventures while you honeymoon in France? Here are a few things that might interest you:
** Montgolfiere's Balloon Company ** www.franceballoons.com
Fly high over the French countryside for a spectacular view of rivers and villages, châteaux's and century old forests teeming with wild boar and deer. (Note: Site is in French)
** Caves and Grottos ** www.grottes.net/
Did you know that France contains some very unique and interesting caves? It's true. Check out this site for what they have to offer.
Important Information You Should Know When Travelling In France
Some other important information sites that can help you plan your honeymoon in France:
French Government Tourist Office
www.francetourism.com
Paris Info
http://en.parisinfo.com/
Travel Tips When You Honeymoon in France
When travelling to any destination, it's good to be up-to-date on what is and isn't required within the country. Here are some quick honeymoon travel tips to make note of, however, any part of the following information could change at any time, so be sure you double check everything once you arrive.
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- Make sure your passport is up-to-date when traveling.
- You need a valid driver's license to drive in France and you must be 18 years of age or over. Proof of insurance is also required.
- Distances are measured in Kilometers. Unless otherwise stated, speed limits within cities/towns/villages is 50 km/hour (30 miles/hour) and 130 km/hour (80 miles/hour) on highways. (Note: This could change at any time so be sure to check speed limits while driving).
- Banks are open regular hours on weekdays (9 am to 4:30 pm). Outside of Paris, banks will often close for an hour or two during lunchtime.
- Nearly all ATMS will accept Visa and MasterCard withdrawals. You can also find ATM's that will also accept American Express. Keep in mind that you will often get the best exchange rate on your money at ATM machines.
- The currency used in France is the Franc.
- Most restaurants charge tax and add a 15% surcharge to your bill. If the food and service is exceptionally good, it is customary to leave an additional 10 francs.
- In hotels, tip porters 10 francs per bag and tip chambermaids 10 francs per day.
- Tip taxi drivers 10% to 15% of the metered fare.
- Tour bus drivers are usually tipped 10 to 20 francs.
- You can purchase 1, 3 or 5 day passes to museums and monuments. These are available through main metro stations and tourist offices. This gives you direct access to the attraction so you don't have to stand in long lines to get tickets.
NOTE: I am NOT a travel agent. The article and resources listed here are for information purposes only. They are written to give you some ideas and suggestions on honeymoons you might want to consider. I do not endorse, nor am I affiliated with, any of the websites contained within this article. It is up to YOU to do your own research and make your own travel arrangements.
Honeymoon in France. © 2001-2007, Rose Smith.
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