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In this section you will find regular tips about holidays and leisure activities in France, and in other countries. Events, skiing, wine, gastronomy, golf, boating, culture, festivals, fashion shows, all topics will be discussed ! AQUITAINE 07/2010HOTEL DU PALAIS***** Biarritz
Former imperial residence of Napoleon III and Eugenia de Montijo, Hotel du Palais is a palace of world-renowned. Such a steamer docked to the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, it reflects for more than a century the prestige and the splendour of Biarritz. 120 rooms and suites furnished in a Second Empire style and equipped with the latest technologies. The hotel has 3 restaurants . The Rotonde for lunch or dinner facing ocean.
La Villa Eugénie for a gourmet meal. The Hippocampe for a casual lunch or a romantic dinner in the summer.
http://www.hotel-du-palais.com
AQUITAINEBordered along the whole of its west coast by the Atlantic Ocean, Aquitaine is bathed in a mild oceanic climate with the influence of the Gulf Stream.
Biarritz has always been one of France’s most welcoming towns. A century ago, thanks to the Empress Eugenie, the little whaling town became a fashionable summer resort that, through the years, has stayed open to the outside world without ever losing its identity.
Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world is a genuine tourist destination. 18th century architecture, deserted beaches, local gourmet specialities, museums… www.bordeaux-tourisme.com
With 145,000 hectares of vines, 90% of which are Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (Designation of Origin) areas, Aquitaine is the biggest region of fine wines in the world!
The term “Château” in this region is specific, and stems from the fact that the big winemaking estates very often had their own castle. Margaux, Pichon Longueville, Yquem, Olivier – a historic monument dating back to the 12th century – and many, many more still embellish the Bordeaux region with their sumptuous architecture.
The lifestyle in South-West France is largely built around its culinary delights. Here in the region, the pleasures of the table are a key part of daily life, from delicious homely dishes to the exceptional creations of the top restaurants.
Just one figure will tell you a lot: 250 kilometres of ocean coastline! Aquitaine has quite simply Europe’s biggest beach of fine sand. LES RUSSES ET BIARRITZ
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