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This indestructible castle, now a national museum, opens its doors and takes you to the very heart of the history of France.\\n\\n[www.chateau-pau.fr](http:\\\/\\\/en.chateau-pau.fr\\\/)\\n\\n### The cultural venue > From the classics to the moderns\\n\\nWorks by English, Flemish, Italian, Spanish and French Masters can be admired at the Pau Fine Arts Museum. Don't miss the famous \\u201cCotton Exchange in New Orleans\\u201d by Degas.\\n\\n[www.pau-pyrenees.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.pau-pyrenees.com\\\/home\\\/notre-patrimoine\\\/une-touche-de-culture\\\/musee-des-beaux-arts)\\n\\n### The gastronomic venue > Stop off at the market!\\n\\nLooking for taste and authenticity? The Pau \\\"Halles\\\" await you. 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In the middle of the Bordeaux wine country, on the grounds of the Ch\\u00e2teau Smith Haut-Lafitte vineyard, rests Les Sources de Caudalie, a decadent escape that brings to you a form of relaxation expertly designed on grape and wine-based treatments for the face and body in the heart of the [Bordeaux Nouvelle Aquitaine](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux) region. The pioneer of vinotherapy techniques, the idea behind the award winning world's first wine spa is simple \\u2013 Combine the beneficial effects of vine and grape extracts along with hot spring water to revitalize your skin. Detoxifying wraps such as the Merlot wrap and Honey & Wine wrap not only sound delicious, but are also enriched with grape extracts having deep-cleansing properties, leaving your skin smooth and supple. The elements are all natural and environment friendly thanks to the region's mineral-rich thermal springs. For the spa's signature therapies- natural spring water is drawn 540 metres beneath the earth and the vine and grape extracts that are utilized, come from the vineyards of [Bordeaux](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux), [Champagne](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/champagne) and [Burgundy](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/burgundy). A decadent experience indeed!\\n\\n## Dior Institut at the H\\u00f4tel Plaza Ath\\u00e9n\\u00e9e, Paris\\n\\nDior's haute-couture expertise reflects in its bespoke beauty treatments and its palatial spa situated in the luxury 5 star H\\u00f4tel Plaza Ath\\u00e9n\\u00e9e in [Paris](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/paris). A private carpeted stairway that gives way to the white-marble floor, (heated to make your barefoot walk super comfortable), Dior fashion shows playing on tall screens on the wall of the reception, and designated Dior Institut Beauty Experts who, after an in-depth examination of your skin and lifestyle habits, gently tuck you into high thread-count cotton sheets embroidered with the Christian Dior logo. A relaxing back massage that straightens your posture, a shaping exercise to firm your body and a gentle hand massage to awaken your senses forms part of the Dior Institut's 'art of touch' philosophy. All skincare procedures use Dior products and are completely made-to-measure for the guest's needs. As all good things must come to an end, the Dior Institut ensures that the 'finishing touch' to your spa experience includes a makeup and perfume application, that will have you runway ready!\\n\\n## Guerlain Spa at H\\u00f4tel du Palais, Biarritz and Sofitel Biarritz le Miramar Thalassa Sea & Spa, Biarritz\\n\\nAround the mid eighteenth century, the ocean at [Biarritz](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/biarritz-basque-country) was found to possess particularly therapeutic qualities, and consequently, the resort town of Biarritz in Nouvelle Aquitaine at the Atlantic Ocean, built a reputation for thalassotherapy, health and well-being. [H\\u00f4tel du Palais](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/biarritz-basque-country\\\/list\\\/24-hours-in-a-palace-the-hotel-du-palais-in-biarritz) continues to reinforce this. Built in 1855 as a vacation home called Villa Eugenie by Napoleon III for his Spanish wife Princess Eugenie, the reconstructed H\\u00f4tel du Palais is nobly elegant, and boasts of the Imperial Spa Guerlain \\u2013 beauty treatments that are Guerlain-infused and salt-water baths that would leave you with a certain joie de vivre glow. Admire the magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean as you dip into the salt-water pool, and enjoy the magical experience of the Guerlain SPA, where Guerlain's delicate fragrances and properties of floral ingredients are appreciated daily with the use of Guerlain Beauty Treatments.\\nNext, head to Sofitel Biarritz le Miramar Thalassa Sea & Spa for some more sea water spa treatments, this time, accompanied by fitness exercises. Indulge in targeted water fitness, led by a physical therapist and see what wonders aqua aerobics, underwater jets or aqua stretching can do for you or opt for a toning hydromassage with a variable-pressure jet of heated seawater controlled by a hydrotherapist, for a stimulating and draining effect. With a host of different \\u00e0 la carte experiences to keep you rejuvenated and refreshed at all times, you can say goodbye to jet lags, and return home feeling energized.\\n\\n\\n## Fashionable spa towns of Vichy and Le Mont Dor\\u00e9, Auvergne\\n\\n[Auvergne](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/auvergne), the birthplace of Vichy and Clarins beauty products, was a fashionable spa resort in the 19th century, when visitors flocked to the thermal springs renowned for their health benefits. Within the city of Vichy is the Thermes des D\\u00f4mes spa where you can take a thermal bath in the famous mineral-rich Vichy waters that are said to cure illnesses. Outside of Vichy, you will find a wide range of spa resorts. The largest resort is Le Mont-Dor\\u00e9 outside of Clermont-Ferrand. Inspired by the Caracalla baths in Rome, the exquisite neo-Byzantine spa facility offers a variety of spa treatments, hydrotherapy, and a swimming pool. Ch\\u00e2tel-Guyon is a modern resort with a mineral and thermal spa. Bourbon-l'Archambault is a thermal spa that focuses on rheumatology and gynecology treatments. The Bourbon-Lancy spa is an elegant historic resort that has hosted famous guests, including Julius Caesar, Catherine de Medicis, King Louis XIV, and Maupassant.\\n\\n## Thalasso & Spa Barri\\u00e8re by Thalgo La Baule, Loire Valley at the Atlantic Ocean\\n\\nThe thalasso programmes at the Thalasso & Spa Barri\\u00e8re by Thalgo in La Baule in [Val de Loire](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/loire-valley) make it perfect for the traveller who is constantly on the go- and wants to explore more of France and at the same time, regenerate his mind and body by partaking in a sensorial experience. Whether it's a 6-Day Thalasso programme or a 3-day fitness break, all these luxurious experiences are devised by a scientific community. There are programmes that help prevent a burn out or help you stop smoking. 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Every one of the country\\u2019s diverse 13 regions stands out with a strong cultural identity, spectacular landscapes and exquisite gastronomy.\\n\\nAs Australia\\u2019s leading specialist in travel to France,[French Travel Connection](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"France Travel Connection\\\") has partnered with their preferred tour operator to offer these three exclusive Escorted Group Tours to showcase the best of regional France. \\n\\n## [Champagne, Burgundy & Alsace](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-champagne-burgundy-alsace-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours)\\n\\nExplore what the experts at French Travel Connection call the \\u2018ABC of France\\u2019, three of the country\\u2019s most popular wine regions: Alsace, Burgundy and Champagne.\\n\\nLocated at the very heart of France, Burgundy counts just under 70,000 sunlit vines. Wine, delicious food and a peaceful way of life are the three fundamental elements shared amongst these three regions. However, each of them boasts a strong and independent traditions which you will experience on this tour of the French countryside.\\n\\nIn 12 days, visit medieval sites such as the 15th century hospices H\\u00f4tel-Dieu in Beaune, taste Champagne and wine at local estates and explore the historical towns of Reims, Dijon, Strasbourg and more.\\n\\nHave a read of the full tour itinerary [here](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-champagne-burgundy-alsace-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"Champagne, Burgundy and Alsace\\\").\\n\\n## [Lyon, Provence & the French Riviera](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au)\\n\\nThe French gastronomic capital (Lyon), the landscapes of the countryside that inspired Impressionist artists (Provence) and the 1950s Jet set destination (the French Riviera) are the three emblematic regions of the South of France.\\n\\n[This](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-lyon-provence-french-riviera-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"12-DAY LYON, PROVENCE & FRENCH RIVIERA SMALL GROUP TOUR\\\") 12-day tour takes you from cultural cities to hilltop villages and from limestone cliffs to glamourous beaches. As well as guided city tours and organised visits to museums and markets, this package includes wine tasting sessions and a *Calissons d\\u2019Aix* tasting, a centuries-old sweet speciality.\\n\\nHave a read of the full tour itinerary [here](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-lyon-provence-french-riviera-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"Lyon Provence and french riviera\\\").\\n\\n## [Loire Valley, Cognac, Bordeaux & Dordogne](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-loire-valley-cognac-bordeaux-dordogne-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours)\\n\\nIf you would prefer to discover the majestic castles of the Loire Valley, The landscapes of the regional France, the unspoilt countryside of Bordeaux and the medieval towns of Dordogne, then [this 12-day tour](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-loire-valley-cognac-bordeaux-dordogne-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"Loire Valley, Bordeaux and Dordogne\\\") is for you.\\n\\nHighlights of this escorted tour include (but are not limited to) a truffle farm visit and tasting, guided tours of [Ch\\u00e2teau de Chenonceau](\\\/en\\\/loire-valley\\\/article\\\/chateau-chenonceau \\\"Chateau de Chenonceau\\\") and plenty of wine estates to sample regional wines.\\n\\nHave a read of the full tour itinerary [here](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/12-day-loire-valley-cognac-bordeaux-dordogne-tour?utm_source=atoutfrance&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_content=regionalfrance&utm_campaign=escortedtours \\\"Loire Valley, Bordeaux and Dordogne\\\").\\n\\nThe biggest appeal of all these tours is that groups are limited to 16 people, allowing for an intimate atmosphere. Passengers can take their time to appreciate staying in top hotels, to visit valued sites and take part in exciting activities. Plus, departures are all guaranteed to go ahead on specific dates.\\n\\nFor more information on dates and tours, or for general advice, French Travel Connection are always delighted to assist.\\n\\nGet in touch with the specialist consultants on 1300 858 304 or by email at [info@frenchtravel.com.au](mailto:info@frenchtravel.com.au \\\"Mail to info@frenchtravel.com.au\\\").\",\"markdown3\":\"* [FACEBOOK - We are on Facebook](https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/FrenchTravel\\\/)\\n * [INSTAGRAM - We are on Instagram](https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/frenchtravelconnection\\\/)\\n * [AUTRE - We have a blog](http:\\\/\\\/www.frenchtravel.com.au\\\/blog)\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5mSUPIL1sssw0sEaygSSgq\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"gwG9g6PkicWAGMoogQsCK\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3qPkbpverCUqs8my6OkesM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1U4B2Oo9YEGMk62CmK44ao\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"2g7IxRMCdKU8OCYmm80aS0\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1OdFqyzKDi4EcMSaEyASUw\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4tvzzcTZ286egWQACeCWA2\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"MiyiNHM5MYUOAY68omKIQ\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5YzVmGX7gWcAYkUMw2G6m\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7rYfgzrKP6ycgWgeKoKq4i\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-07-14 06:27:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"2EQjQKTlTyyuagWSkgU8OG","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Explore these 5 top sailing and cruise destinations in France","slug":"top-5-sailing-destinations-france-0","json":"{\"title\":\"Explore these 5 top sailing and cruise destinations in France\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"top-5-sailing-destinations-france-0\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-07-06T11:18+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"updatedDate\":\"2020-02-25T03:36+11:00\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"64VtLfrLcQIkQCCYCuWOyG\"}},\"shortDesc\":\"France offers almost every opportunity available on water and sailing is one of them. If your idea of a perfect holiday includes visuals of the azure blue sea, gentle summer breeze cooling your sun-kissed skin as you float across the Mediterranean or south-west coastlines of France, becoming the master of your own boat or choosing to sit back and relax while sipping champagne and letting your crew do the maneuvering - then a holiday in the sailing regions of France lets you do all that and more!\",\"markdown1\":\"## Normandy\\nWith a long, dramatic stretch of beautiful coastline and superb attractions, from the picturesque harbour of Honfleur to the magnificent Gothic abbey of [Mont St Michel](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/normandy\\\/article\\\/mont-saint-michel-becomes-island-once-more%E2%80%A6-0), the [region of Normandy](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/normandy) will give you a wonderful variety of landscapes of idyllic green villages and monumental white cliffs. A cruise in Normandy features calls at ports close to famous destinations such as Bayeux (10km\\\/ 6m from the seaside) as well as more tranquil, less crowded tiny villages like Barfleur. Visit the popular fishing ports of St Vaast la Hougue, famous for its quayside bistros, or journey up the canal to the sleepy village at Carentan. Sail across the Bay de Seine to Ouistreham with its sandy D-Day beaches and easy access to Bayeux, the Pegasus Bridge and [Caen](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/normandy\\\/list\\\/6-nostalgic-symbols-at-the-caen-memorial).\\n\\n## Burgundy\\nThe canals of western [Burgundy](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/burgundy) form a superb network for [boating holidays](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/burgundy\\\/list\\\/8-days-gently-down-the-stream-in-burgundy) in France. Historic villages appear as you travel along, from Sancerre towards Apremont-sur-Allier, where you can visit an amazing floral park. Explore Nevers and the rich heritage of its Dukes, don't miss the Digoin and Briare aqueducts which attract thousands of visitors every year, and of course, your boating holiday in the birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay is incomplete without tasting some of the best wines of Burgundy at the cellars of the vineyards of Auxerrois, Tonnerrois, Maranges or Santenay. The towpaths along the canals and rivers, open to cyclists, are perfect for biking and leisure walks. Hotel barges are also a relaxing way to enjoy the Burgundy Canal\\n\\n## Provence - C\\u00f4te d'Azur\\nWith glamorous sailing resorts like Antibes, Cannes, Nice or Monaco, the [French Riviera](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/cote-dazur) is the world's most luxurious sailing destination. Sailing into such glittering places is an experience that cannot be forgotten. Spend some time among the most beautiful collection of yachts in the world, bask in the glowing [Mediterranean](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/provence\\\/article\\\/mediterranean-coast-1) sun while you glide down the coast of the French Riviera Cote d'Azur - living the luxurious life never looked so good! Head out during the summer, take your pick from the glittering bars that line the port, and commence your yachting holiday in one of the most famous yachting destinations of the world- the indulgent [Saint Tropez](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/provence\\\/article\\\/saint-tropez-1). In your very own yacht charter, please your appetite with a meal on deck prepared by your board chef, before stepping out to enjoy cocktails at Caf\\u00e9 S\\u00e9n\\u00e9quier and dancing at Le Papagayo. Each year, classic yachts of all sizes line up at the quayside in the harbor in Saint-Tropez for the Les Voiles de St Tropez regatta, making it a sight worth watching.\\n\\n## Toulouse Midi Pyrenees\\n\\nExplore the romantic [South of France](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/occitanie-south-of-france) by opting for a week-long cruise down the [Canal du Midi](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/occitanie-south-of-france\\\/moodboard\\\/riding-a-barge-along-the-canal-du-midi-with-francois-and-amandine). Fancy a lazy evening on the water, sitting on the deck and reading a good book accompanied by a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, while passing through little valleys and fields full of golden sunflowers? No problem. Want to cycle through a grassy meadow or a small village? Most boats come equipped with a cycle, allowing you to reach the out-of-the-way villages like Pexiora and Villes\\u00e8quelande. Just pull up your boat to the side of the canal and start riding! Cruising on the water won't stop you from tasting the wines of this region as the canal passes through one of France's finest wine regions, Languedoc and smaller, boutique regions like Herault, the Aude, Minervois and Corbieres. Be on the lookout for old castles, churches and ruins that are dotted throughout the countryside and then make your way to the UNESCO-listed La Cit\\u00e9, the medieval castle, at [Carcassonne](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/occitanie-south-of-france\\\/article\\\/carcassonne). If your cruising time permits down to Narbonne close to the Mediterranean Sea, then carry on to the largest pound of France (52 km without any locks) up to the Fonserannes staircase, situated close to the historical city of B\\u00e9ziers.\\n\\n## Nouvelle Aquitaine (New Aquitaine)\\nRiver tourism is a great way to explore [Aquitaine](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux) and houseboats can be rented without needing a license. The locks are fully automated, meaning that you can explore Aquitaine via the Garonne, Lot and Baise which form a crossroads without worry. The Canal de Garonne provides peaceful and sheltered waterways, lined with tow paths for cycling trips or impromptu stops along the way. It flows quietly towards the Aqueduct of Agen, the Cloister of Moissac, \\\"the Water Slope\\\" of Montech and through the historic town of [Toulouse](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/news\\\/list\\\/toulouse-what-to-do-what-to-see). The River Ba\\u00efse leads you under arching trees moving from historic villages to windmills and fortified towns. Mysterious and bewitching, it meanders its way past bastide towns, abbeys and castles of Gascogny, visiting Vianne, N\\u00e9rac and Condom. Towards [Bordeaux](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux\\\/list\\\/restaurants-vineyards-bordeaux), discover the Rembrandt of Le Mas d'Agenais, the promontory of Meilhan and the charming village of Fontet. Take your time and travel for a weekend, a fortnight, or even longer. The Aquitaine region and its many routes makes it a canal boating holiday destination to come back to time and again.\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4tvzzcTZ286egWQACeCWA2\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3vjK71Bi40kY8qmEE8ykmG\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"gwG9g6PkicWAGMoogQsCK\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5mSUPIL1sssw0sEaygSSgq\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6H7WQycEGk2C2Y6ekagigG\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7pJxx2AANi2OQQO8sG04Ak\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"WeAHwWVp4c2a2UgGmOuuM\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5YzVmGX7gWcAYkUMw2G6m\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4VX7eI3AneQMQ0u8cMGOoe\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"2qObC3rWr6swkU8ymGuUAc\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-07-06 11:18:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"3D5zbInWk0a0osy84KSmGe","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Bordeaux: Eat Local !","slug":"bordeaux-eat-local","json":"{\"title\":\"Bordeaux: Eat Local !\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"bordeaux-eat-local\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-05-11T06:23+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7JDs9RvkVUIOsmUoQQe0S2\"}},\"markdown1\":\"Intrigued by the city\\u2019s regeneration and new cosmopolitan vibe the recent arrivals are firm adherents to **the \\u2018locavore\\u2019 philosophy** in which only **fresh, locally-sourced ingredients** make the grade.\\n\\n## Must-taste: **Belle Campagne** restaurant. \\n\\nMenus here detail the provenance of all the ingredients used, with a promise that nothing is sourced from more than 250km away.\\n\\nThe menus replicate with the rhythms of the countryside, and are changed every 2 months.\\n\\nIn early summer, expect **rainbow trout** with sauce vierge, **tail of beef braised in red wine** or **slow grilled Cestas suckling-lamb**.\\n\\nVegetarians are treated with respect, white **sparagus from The Landes** transformed into a light but creamy velout\\u00e9.\\n\\nThe d\\u00e9cor at Belle Campagne is flea-market chic.\\n\\n**Sunday brunch** is a firm local favourite, and we love the **tapas** served at the bar \\u2013 a **standing ovation for chips cooked in duck fat.**\",\"locationTitle\":\"bordeaux\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-0.57918,\"lat\":44.837789},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"Yh19UNxr6mWIeIgAqYKW\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-05-11 06:23:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"4rCoUSCbi8WG8cqaAE6UAW","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Bordeaux, world wine capital","slug":"bordeaux-world-wine-capital","json":"{\"title\":\"Bordeaux, world wine capital\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"bordeaux-world-wine-capital\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-05-09T02:10+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6H9zh8wFvUWk0qiGKC2gOK\"}},\"markdown1\":\"## Discover La cit\\u00e9 du Vin\\n\\nBordeaux has always been a vibrant, dynamic, cosmopolitan city and never ceases to reveal exciting, new facets of its character. The city of Bordeaux\\u2019s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site ten years ago and its bold modernism have made it a key destination for everyone interested in French culture, lifestyle \\u2026 and wine! Situated in the leading fine-winegrowing area in France with 65 appellations, Bordeaux is the worldwide capital!\\n\\nThis is even more true since June 2016, with the opening of **La Cit\\u00e9 du Vin**, a unique place for wine-related discoveries and experiences. Midway between a museum and a theme park, La Cit\\u00e9 du Vin is dedicated to wine as cultural, universal and alive heritage, and offers a total experience on 10 levels. The main tour is an immersive, sensory voyage, introducing visitors to the world's wine civilisations. Some exhibitions, tasting areas, a panoramic restaurant at the 7th floor, a cellar with **more than 14,000 bottles**, and a wine-themed store complete the offer. On the ground floor, the team of the space information \\u201cRoutes du Vin\\u201d informs and guides visitors wishing to explore the vineyard. La Cit\\u00e9 du Vin is a place to see, visit and experience in Bordeaux!\",\"locationTitle\":\"bordeaux\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-0.57918,\"lat\":44.837789},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4j8C9UJnoQIKYgkgGEYKA\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4fqYCw09luE8AaGM8Cea6O\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4PHFe84ZIIi4UqKs8q0mgM\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-05-09 02:10:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"3yuASwU58IqoYiC2EEKGQa","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Great gastronomic events to attend in Bordeaux","slug":"great-gastronomic-events-attend-bordeaux","json":"{\"title\":\"Great gastronomic events to attend in Bordeaux\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"great-gastronomic-events-attend-bordeaux\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-05-09T02:10+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6LHvwgoRJmAa2M4ckOO6eG\"}},\"markdown1\":\"## Les \\u00e9picuriales\\n\\nBordeaux is a wonderful place for gastronomic pursuits. Every year, some great events take place and celebrate food. **[Les Epicuriales](http:\\\/\\\/www.epicuriales.com)** is an outdoor party of gastronomy that will take place from June 9 to June 24 in Bordeaux city center. Several short-lived restaurants set up for 15 years of delicious meals, after works, culinary activities \\u2026 in a friendliness atmosphere!\\n\\n## Bordeaux S.O Good\\n\\nFrom November 17 to 19, **[Bordeaux S.O Good](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeauxsogood.fr)** gastronomy and lifestyle event will celebrate the specialities of Southwest France (S.O. = Sud-Ouest). **Bordeaux S.O Good is the festival of epicurean and gourmet food. It acts as a 3-day theatre of the French art de vivre and the country\\u2019s south-western gastronomy.** Several chefs will be cooking with local products in different iconic heritage sites throughout Bordeaux. A farmers and fish market, an abundance of different foods, and a delicate tasting of 7000 gourmet dishes cooked by a collective of chefs will all be presented throughout the festival.\\n\\n## Bordeaux Wine Festival\\n\\nThe leading wine tourism event in France **[Bordeaux Wine Festival](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeaux-wine-festival.com\\\/)** takes place every other year. From June 14 to June 17 2018, Bordeaux will once again be the world wine capital. The 2018 edition will be exceptional, as it will welcome the tall Ships Regatta, big sailboat race. Lovers of great wine, fine cuisine and culture are invited to take part in this four-day festival on the waterfront and explore the world\\u2019s most beautiful ch\\u00e2teaux in the surrounding vineyards.\\n\\nProgramme: 2km wine trail for exploring the 80 appellations in Bordeaux and Aquitaine, as well as meeting winegrowers and shippers. Visitors need one essential item to set out the wine trail: the tasting-pass, entitling them to tastings at each of the pavilions. Visitors also have the opportunity to continue their introduction to Bordeaux wines with a Vineyard-pass that gives access to ch\\u00e2teau tours leaving from the festival site. A full programme of art exhibitions and activities each day will conclude every evening with a sound and image show, followed by a firework display. In 2016, this unmissable event gathered 650,000 visitors!\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Les \\u00e9picuriales](http:\\\/\\\/www.epicuriales.com)\\n * [Bordeaux S.O Good](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeauxsogood.fr)\\n * [Bordeaux Wine Festival](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeaux-wine-festival.com\\\/)\",\"locationTitle\":\"bordeaux\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-0.57918,\"lat\":44.837789},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6NXiwoF1cIk4sYIU4mMOc0\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-05-09 02:10:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"38Hpz4YTviy8wkiumGiaqu","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Events in New Aquitaine","slug":"events-new-aquitaine","json":"{\"title\":\"Events in New Aquitaine\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"events-new-aquitaine\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-05-05T05:45+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"2oHAf8tFGkUEACkM8Uu4Ug\"}},\"markdown1\":\"## [The World Surfing championships](http:\\\/\\\/www.biarritztourisme.com)\\n\\nThey will take place in Biarritz, Anglet and Bidart in 2017!\\n\\nBiarritz 2017 will definitely be a surfing year on the Basque Coast! Biarritz, the birthplace of surfing in Europe, will be celebrating 60 years of surfing! And to make the event even more special, the ISA World Surfing games will take place in the Basque Coast\\u2019s top 3 surfing towns: Biarritz, Anglet and Bidart from 21st to 28th May, 2017.[Watch](http:\\\/\\\/www.biarritztourisme.com) some of the world\\u2019s most talented surfers ride the waves in New-Aquitaine!30 countries and the 5 continents will be competing: Such a wonderful occasion to come and explore the beauty of the Basque coast, its culture and art de vivre!\\n\\n## 2017: Futuroscope's 30th Anniversary\\n\\nThe Extraordinary journey is a brand new amazing ride. It opened in December of 2016 and is unique in Europe.In this technological treasure, visitors are shifted from a horizontal position to a vertical position (at a 90\\u00b0 angle) in 12 seconds flat ! A true \\u00ab flying theatre \\u00bb ride! Futuroscope gives visitors the opportunity to experience one of mankind\\u2019s greatest dreams: to fly like a bird. Its new attraction takes you on a worldwide journey, reinvented and inspired by the travels of Jules Verne\\u2019s, famous character, Phileas Fogg. It is a reflection of Futuroscope\\u2019s dedication to its fundamentals: placing imagery at the heart of the experience. It is also proof of the park\\u2019s incredible adaptability. This is the park\\u2019s ultimate immersive experience. It has taken thrills and emotions to a whole new level!\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Discover Biarritz](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en)\\n * [Discover the Futuroscope](https:\\\/\\\/en.futuroscope.com\\\/)\",\"locationTitle\":\"bidart\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.590062,\"lat\":43.439236},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4fqYCw09luE8AaGM8Cea6O\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4VX7eI3AneQMQ0u8cMGOoe\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6ne5sxNP1YkugcCIy6yaa4\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3tJBYudTDW4U4Y2Y28Oese\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-05-05 05:45:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"33w7jTRXocuwmgYoYyoEoU","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Discover New Aquitaine in the South West of France and its gastronomy","slug":"discover-new-aquitaine-and-its-gastronomy","json":"{\"title\":\"Discover New Aquitaine in the South West of France and its gastronomy\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"discover-new-aquitaine-and-its-gastronomy\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-05-05T05:14+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"updatedDate\":\"2020-02-14T19:55+11:00\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1u3Hr5a00A8c8MesuOoKes\"}},\"markdown1\":\"The **New Aquitaine** or __Nouvelle Aquitaine__ region located in the South west of France, welcomes visitors to a climate that is **sunny and gentle**.\\n\\n## Nouvelle Aquitaine and its beaches\\nWe have beaches of fine sand, and ideal venues for **[water sports](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/news\\\/article\\\/do-not-miss-water-sports-france-0)**, hence the nickname \\\"**Glissicon Valley**\\\". You can enjoy winter and summer sports, what with the Pyrenees mountains in the South of the region located by the border with Spain and the Atlantic coast and its numerous seaside resorts such as [La Rochelle](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/news\\\/list\\\/la-rochelle-what-to-do-what-to-see), [Arcachon](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux\\\/list\\\/eight-beautiful-reasons-to-explore-the-bay-of-arcachon), [Hossegor, Biarritz](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/biarritz-basque-country)\\u2026.\\n\\n## The famous wines and spirits names and cuisine of Nouvelle Aquitaine\\nOur highlights are: **[Bordeaux](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/bordeaux)** the capital of the region, the **vineyards** which are spread around Bordeaux with famous names such as **Saint-Emilion**, **M\\u00e9doc**, **Sauternes**, **Cognac** etc\\u2026\\nThe region has a varied gastronomy to offer : **truffles**, **foie gras**, **oysters**\\u2026which are easy to match with great wines from Bordeaux and around.\\n\\n## Historical sites and cities\\nWe are also proud of our historical sites from the **[Lascaux](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/dordogne-valley\\\/list\\\/the-dordogne-valley-what-to-do-what-to-see)** cave in Dordogne to Oradour-sur-Glane, a centre commemorating a martyred village during the 2WW, including **Poitiers** and the **[Futuroscope](https:\\\/\\\/au.france.fr\\\/en\\\/news\\\/list\\\/4-experiences-you-can-only-have-at-futuroscope)** new entertaining activity. Many are listed as **UNESCO** World Heritage.\\n\\nThere are various labels to emphasize remarkable sites and cities of art and history as well as quaint towns packed with personality.\\n\\n## Celebrities from Nouvelle Aquitaine Bordeaux\\nImportant personalities have left their mark on the territory: **Ali\\u00e9nor d\\u2019Aquitaine**, **Henri IV**, **Richard the Lionheart**, **Fran\\u00e7ois 1er**, **Jean Monnet**, and **Fran\\u00e7ois Mitterrand**, further enhancing the appeal of the territory.\\n\\n## Many regional languages\\nMany regional languages are spoken in the New Aquitaine region, forging a strong local identity. These include Gascon, Basque, Poitevin and Languedocien.\\n\\n[New Aquitaine Bordeaux](\\\/en\\\/news\\\/list\\\/book-now-and-save-with-driveaway's-euro-drive-experience) offers all sorts of [top-quality holiday accommodations](\\\/en\\\/news\\\/article\\\/spa-destinations-bordeaux-paris-biarritz-auvergne-val-loire-0). \",\"markdown3\":\" * [FACEBOOK - New Aquitaine is on Facebook](https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/NewAquitaineSouthWestFrance\\\/?fref=ts)\\n * [TWITTER - New Aquitaine is on Twitter](https:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/aquitaineCRT)\\n * [YOUTUBE - New Aquitaine is on Youtube](https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/user\\\/TourismeAquitaine)\",\"videoProvider1\":\"dailymotion\",\"videoId1\":\"x2guaoh\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7pJxx2AANi2OQQO8sG04Ak\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1V7pbp6nDaMg6WqQoK60YA\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7fuoovsgP6G8IgwQoM04Cm\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-05-05 05:14:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"3VDWa89bX2CqgSwiAy6eYu","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Cooking classes in New Aquitaine","slug":"cooking-classes-new-aquitaine","json":"{\"title\":\"Cooking classes in New Aquitaine\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"cooking-classes-new-aquitaine\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-04-28T06:31+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"59C025xxmEgYqW84OWWY6q\"}},\"markdown1\":\"To come back from your holidays with a little souvenir of France and New Aquitaine, why not take part in one of the cooking classes offered by both Michelin starred and regular chefs, who will all be delighted to share their love of the gourmet specialities of south-west French cuisine.\\n\\n## Le Ch\\u00e2teau - Jarnac\\n\\nIn Jarnac, between Angoul\\u00eame and Cognac, make a stop at the [\\\"Le Ch\\u00e2teau\\\"](http:\\\/\\\/www.restaurant-du-chateau.com\\\/cours-de-cuisine\\\/index.html) restaurant to receive sound advice from Ludovic Merle, a chef concerned with sharing his expertise during cooking classes combining local produce and flavours from elsewhere. During a half day, you will have the chance to make a menu based on seasonal produce.\\n\\n## Team cooking - Bidart\\n\\nIn the Basque Country, you will be immersed in a traditional gourmet world. You may have heard of the Espelette pepper, the chocolate and the ham from Bayonne. [\\\"Team Cooking\\\"](http:\\\/\\\/www.domainedebassilour.com\\\/fr\\\/d-le-team-cooking\\\/cours-de-cuisine\\\/le-team-cooking-2176) hire out the Bassilour estate which is located in Bidart, a village not far from Biarritz, to give cooking classes there. This friendly activity combines your desires, your ideas and the expertise of a chef. You will therefore enjoy a very relaxing and mouth-wateringly delightful experience by attending a wine and cheese evening, where you will enjoy the cheeses of the Basque Country. You can also learn to make the \\\"real\\\" Basque cake to delight your family upon returning to Australia.\\n\\n## Le Ch\\u00e8vrefeuille - Saint-Cyprien\\n\\nLastly, in Dordogne you will have the chance to spend a day (from 9am to 4pm) with the chef of the [\\\"Le ch\\u00e8vrefeuille\\\"](http:\\\/\\\/www.cookerycoursedordogne.com\\\/programme\\\/) restaurant located in Saint-Cyprien. This English chef by the name of Ian Fisk previously worked in England, in Essex. The day is split into two parts. In the morning you will head off to the market of Saint Cyprien and Le Bugue to find the produce with which you will cook and create a complete menu. All throughout the day, the chef will share his advice and anecdotes with you on the specialities of the Dordogne.\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Cooking classes at \\\"Le Ch\\u00e2teau\\\"](http:\\\/\\\/www.restaurant-du-chateau.com\\\/cours-de-cuisine\\\/indexa41a.html?lang=gb)\\n * [Cooking classes with \\\"Team cooking\\\"\\\"](http:\\\/\\\/www.domainedebassilour.com\\\/en)\\n * [Cooking class with the chef of \\\"Le ch\\u00e8vrefeuille\\\" ](http:\\\/\\\/www.cookerycoursedordogne.com\\\/programme\\\/)\",\"markdown3\":\"* [FACEBOOK - Aquitaine Tourism is on Facebook](https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/NewAquitaineSouthWestFrance\\\/?fref=ts)\\n * [TWITTER - Aquitaine Tourism is on Twitter](https:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/aquitaineCRT)\\n * [YOUTUBE - Aquitaine Toursim is on Youtube](https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/user\\\/TourismeAquitaine)\",\"videoProvider1\":\"dailymotion\",\"videoId1\":\"x2guaoh\",\"locationTitle\":\"bidart\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.590062,\"lat\":43.439236},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"2VWaPRrq8ogsGiq0eMsmS2\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-04-28 06:31:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"33cwSb99eUmKcyiuIM2Isk","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"What to see in Biarritz","slug":"what-see-biarritz","json":"{\"title\":\"What to see in Biarritz\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"what-see-biarritz\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-02-13T13:42+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1GSeEiMFC0KycQIe8i2e2G\"}},\"markdown1\":\"**Biarritz** is a feast for the eyes, whether it\\u2019s on **elegant seafront villas**, **wide sandy beaches** or views out to the sparkling Atlantic. But the town also hoards visual treasure in its **numerous museums** and **Imperial Chapel** \\u2013 and delights visitors with a festival of dance in September too.\\n\\n## **Mus\\u00e9e d\\u2019Art Oriental Asiatica**\\n\\nThe **[Asiatica museum](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/content\\\/oriental-art-museum-asiatica)** on the edge of Biarritz is an unexpected treasure trove, housing a significant collection of **Asian art**, primarily from **India, Nepal**, **Tibet** and **China**. There are **statues, monuments and temple artwork**, with information cards (in several languages) clearly explaining the significance of the objects. The museum is generally considered as having the finest collection of its type outside Paris.\\n\\n## **Cit\\u00e9 de l\\u2019Oc\\u00e9an**\\n\\nThis is **[Biarritz\\u2019 newest sea-themed attraction](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums\\\/cite-ocean)**, which takes a fun approach to learning about the sea in all its forms \\u2013 it\\u2019s partly a **museum**, partly a **theme park** and partly an **educational centre**. You can explore a **marine lab** and take a **simulated dive** into the depths in an underwater chamber. Good fun for children and adults alike.\\n\\n## **Mus\\u00e9e de la Mer**\\n\\n**[Biarritz\\u2019 aquarium and museum of the sea](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums\\\/musee-de-la-mer)** is housed in a wonderful Art D\\u00e9co building near the old port. It\\u2019s teaming with underwater life from the **Bay of Biscay** and beyond, including vast aquariums of **sharks**, **grey seals** and **tropical reef fish**, as well as exhibits exploring Biarritz\\u2019 **whaling** past. Visit late at night to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more relaxed experience.\\n\\n## **Chapelle Imp\\u00e9riale**\\n\\nIt was Napol\\u00e9on III\\u2019s wife, **Empress Eug\\u00e9nie**, who commissioned the extravagant **[Chapelle Imp\\u00e9riale](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums-biarritz\\\/imperial-chapel)**, built in 1864 in half-**Byzantine**, half-**Moorish** style. It was classified as a ***monument historique*** in 1981 and from the plaza in front of it, the view of the Grande Plage is superb.\\n\\n## **Elevated sea views**\\n\\nFor the best views of Biarritz\\u2019s coastline, you need to get up high\\u2013 and there are two places well worth the climb. Cross the footbridge at the end of **Pointe Atalaye** to **Rocher de la Vierge**, named after its white statue of the **Virgin and Child**. According to legend, a ray of light from the Pointe once guided a stricken fishing boat safely to shore, prompting fishermen to erect a statue of the Virgin on the here in 1865. The bridge that connects the Pointe to the mainland is known as the **Eiffel Bridge**, built by none other than Gustav Eiffel, also responsible for France\\u2019s most iconic tower. Looking out from here on a clear day, you can often see the **Basque mountains** across the border in Spain. And for a different vantage point, climb the 258 twisting steps inside the 73m-high **[Phare de Biarritz](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums-biarritz\\\/lighthouse)** (the town\\u2019s 19th-century **lighthouse**), which also rewards you with sweeping views of the Basque coast.\\n\\n## **Dancing**\\n\\nEvery September in Biarritz sees the three-week-long festival of **Le Temps d\\u2019Aimer**, which features **ballet and modern dance** performances throughout the town. Dancing can be witnessed everywhere from parks and churches to larger auditoriums. And in May, Biarritz comes alive with **Festival des Arts de la Rue**, whose street performances run for five days.\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Oriental Art Museum Asiatica](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/content\\\/oriental-art-museum-asiatica)\\n * [Ocean World](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums\\\/cite-ocean)\\n * [Sea Museum](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums\\\/musee-de-la-mer)\\n * [The Imperial Chapel](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums-biarritz\\\/imperial-chapel)\\n * [The Lighthouse](http:\\\/\\\/tourisme.biarritz.fr\\\/en\\\/to-see-and-do\\\/sites-and-museums-biarritz\\\/lighthouse)\",\"locationTitle\":\"biarritz\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.558626,\"lat\":43.483152},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"lihjkHLS1MMgGAOMUYmgc\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-02-13 13:42:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"6pgNBX6RlCi6WmoqYw0Qoe","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"PORT OF BAYONNE","slug":"port-bayonne-0","json":"{\"title\":\"PORT OF BAYONNE\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"port-bayonne-0\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-01-23T17:32+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5ojXwIx2CWiacuwuwa4eOG\"}},\"markdown1\":\"**The Basque Country** lies along the border of France & Spain, rolling off the flanks of the Pyrenees down to the Atlantic coast. Miles of coastline and pristine beaches, rugged mountain trails and unspoiled views, historical towns and lively cities. Discover a region that is distinctive in architecture, language, people and history. \\nReadily accessible, with harbors and major airports, the Basque Country awaits with its incomparable scenery and legendary culture. The Basque Country is not one country but many countries, each one offering and extensive choice of exceptional experiences. A place where visitors rarely come only once!\\\"\\n\\n**Contact**\\n\\n **Olivier Hautin**\\nPort of Bayonne\\nCruise Promotion Manager\\nMobile : +33(0)5 59 46 58 81 \\n[o.hautin@bayonne.cci.fr](mailto:o.hautin@bayonne.cci.fr)\\n[www.bayonne.port.fr](https:\\\/\\\/goo.gl\\\/QkZLyO)\",\"locationTitle\":\"Bayonne\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.474841,\"lat\":43.492949},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7pJxx2AANi2OQQO8sG04Ak\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5cvXMElUDCoyoie0OioeWS\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5YzVmGX7gWcAYkUMw2G6m\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4huqacbhfGGGUq0AQkqOkK\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-01-23 17:32:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"6dJgyOUU36O2YMcIuoo8KM","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"PORT ATLANTIQUE LA ROCHELLE","slug":"port-atlantique-rochelle","json":"{\"title\":\"PORT ATLANTIQUE LA ROCHELLE\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"port-atlantique-rochelle\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-01-23T17:29+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5KihTdqfIICCeIqoi0gU40\"}},\"markdown1\":\"Located on the sun-drenched coastline of the west French Atlantic coast, the port of La Rochelle is easily accessible from the open sea. Cruise ships, of any kind or size (300 m and over) can berth at any time, in entire safety. Situated in a picturesque bay, the port is naturally sheltered by the Islands of R\\u00e9 and Ol\\u00e9ron.\\nThe port is equipped with a cruise terminal and a car park on site, the port can handle embarkation operations.\\n\\n**Contact**\\n\\n **Marie GUEGAN**\\nPort Atlantique La Rochelle\\nCruise coordinator\\nPhone : +33 (0)5 46 00 53 61 - +33 (0)6 80 35 01 69 \\n[m.guegan@larochelle.port.fr](mailto:m.guegan@larochelle.port.fr)\\n[www.larochelle.port.fr](https:\\\/\\\/goo.gl\\\/WzqBXJ)\\n[www.facebook.com\\\/portatlantique.larochelle](https:\\\/\\\/goo.gl\\\/QUL510)\\n[https:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/\\\\_PALR\\\\_](https:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/_PALR_ )\\n[https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/portatlantiquelarochelle\\\/](https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/portatlantiquelarochelle\\\/ )\\n[www.linkedin.com\\\/company\\\/grand-port-maritime-de-la-rochelle\\\/](https:\\\/\\\/www.linkedin.com\\\/company\\\/grand-port-maritime-de-la-rochelle\\\/?originalSubdomain=fr )\",\"locationTitle\":\"La Rochelle\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.151139,\"lat\":46.160329},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5cvXMElUDCoyoie0OioeWS\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5YzVmGX7gWcAYkUMw2G6m\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3rE5xaWI4Mc4K8UyuCkaqW\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2017-01-23 17:29:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"38kLgtjOiQAiKaIgOwaqeo","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"BORDEAUX: AN UNFORGETTABLE MIX","slug":"bordeaux-unforgettable-mix","json":"{\"title\":\"BORDEAUX: AN UNFORGETTABLE MIX\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"bordeaux-unforgettable-mix\",\"publicationDate\":\"2017-01-23T17:13+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"2dqG7RoiWEqAQWwa6Ka0aM\"}},\"markdown1\":\"UNESCO World Heritage city, a city center port, world famous vineyards, world-beating wines. The downtown area with its quays and historical old town center has maintained its classical architecture almost unchanged for over two centuries. Intense renovation in recent years has seen the city bring its architectural, culinary, and cultural heritage to the 21st century.\\n\\n\\n**Bordeaux: A Living Treasure**\\nToday, Bordeaux stands proud among the most beautiful places in France, boasting more protected historical buildings than any other French city after Paris.The port itself has new berthing facilities that run thelength of the docks along the river downtown. The very heart of the city is pedestrian, allowing passengers to easily discover the town on foot, participate in the many festivals throughout the year, enjoy a drink at an outside caf\\u00e9 or shop at international or local boutiques.\\n\\n\\n**Lonely Planet declares Bordeaux in France the top city in the world for 2017**\\n\\nThe city receives the accolade in **Lonely Planet\\u2019s Best in Travel 2017**, the highly anticipated collection of the world\\u2019s hottest trends, destinations and experiences for the year ahead. The bestselling, inspirational travel yearbook from the world\\u2019s leading travel authority highlights the top ten countries, cities, regions and best value destinations that Lonely Planet\\u2019s experts recommend travelers experience in 2017.\\n\\nAs the book highlights, \\u201c*The new LGV Sud-Ouest line, due for completion in mid-2017, connects the city with Europe\\u2019s high-speed train network and cuts travel time from Paris to just two hours. Its timing is perfect. The recently opened Cit\\u00e9 du Vin continues the impressive redevelopment of the Garonne riverfront, with a state-of-the-art wine-lovers\\u2019 experience, and the city\\u2019s gastronomic revolution keeps building on its own success.*\\u201d\\n\\nTom Hall, Lonely Planet\\u2019s Editorial Director, explained, *\\u201cBordeaux topped our list of cities for 2017 because it has completely transformed in recent years. It has an enviable food and wine scene as well as mesmerizing history allowing you to lose yourself among the graceful and grandiose medieval side streets of the city. Bordeaux has come into its own and deserves to be seen. \\u201d*\\n\\n \\n**Port of Bordeaux: an Atlantic Hub**\\nBordeaux can be seen as a profitable and engaging destination through all four seasons of the year and offers a unique and stunning city center call with 2 berths for ships up to 255 m long. 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Since the mid-1990s the city has been undertaking in-depth work to secure its history and architecture.\\nBordeaux, therefore, has 350 buildings listed or registered as historical monuments, including 3 UNESCO World Heritage religious buildings by way of the St James Pilgrimage route.\\nIt is the perfect place to go on a stroll to see architectural styles spanning several centuries.\\n\\n### A Route Rich in Architecture\\n\\nRight in the city centre, the Grand Th\\u00e9\\u00e2tre and the Cours du Chapeau Rouge are perfect to start an \\\"architectural\\\" stroll. Not far away, the Place de la Bourse, built in 1730, is the first great work of Bordeaux urban planning of the 18th century. From there, following the banks, you arrive at Porte Cailhau, built in 1494 to honor Charles VIII. Continue through Saint-Pierre, a very lively neighborhood in the center, which showcases the medieval origins of the city, with the Great Bell symbolizing the municipal authority.\\n\\n### A Surprising Urban Transformation\\n\\nPey-Berland square has been completely redesigned with the arrival of the tram line. Between the Pey-Berland tower and the Saint-Andr\\u00e9 cathedral, you will see two of the city's complex monuments. A little further along, the city hall stands between courtyard and garden. Then, head to Gambetta square, you will pass by mansions, imposing residences and a monumental gate, which demonstrate the extent to which this city is steeped in history.\\n\\n### A More Modern Bordeaux\\n\\nThen go to Quai de Bacalan and visit the Cit\\u00e9 du Vin, a unique space dedicated to wine culture. It promises to show wine in a different light. 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Marks of the traditional activity of wine growing can be found everywhere, and the winegrower remains at the heart of Oleron sociocultural et economic landscape.\\n\\n## The 8 districts of the Island of Oleron offer numerous sites to visit \\n\\n* Saint-Trojan-les-Bains \\\"the seaside town\\\" and its state-owned forest,\\n* The Grand-Village-Plage and its historic salt works,\\n* The Ch\\u00e2teau d'Ol\\u00e9ron and its imposing fortress,\\n* Dolus d'Ol\\u00e9ron and the Marais aux Oiseaux (marsh birds park),\\n* Saint-Pierre d'Ol\\u00e9ron, its pedestrian zone and its fishing harbour of La Cotini\\u00e8re, the 6th most important fishing harbour in France,\\n* Saint-Georges d\\u2019Ol\\u00e9ron and its charming villages of Chaucre, Domino, Boyarville\\u2026,\\n* La Br\\u00e9e-les-Bains and its peaceful and authentic little streets,\\n* At the Northern end of the island, Saint-Denis d'Ol\\u00e9ron and the Chassiron Lighthouse.\\n\\n## The island's reputation rests on its climate and its natural heritage.\\n\\nIts landscapes are very diverse: sand dunes and beaches, salt marshes and oyster pits, forests of maritime pine. It's a great destination for nature lovers.\\n\\nThe sea offers many possible activities. There are 3 marinas and you can practice sailing, sand karting, surfing, kitesurfing, kayaking, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, tall ship sailing\\u2026\\n\\nThe vineyard is covered by a network of 125 km of cycle paths.\\n\\nOyster farming and fishing are two other major economic activities on the Island of Oleron: you can't miss out on perfect food and wine pairings.\\nThe Vignoble de l'\\u00cele d'Ol\\u00e9ron will fully satisfy the gastronomic tourist in search of authenticity.\\n\\n## Key numbers\\n\\nThe destination \\u00abVignoble de l\\u2019\\u00cele d\\u2019Ol\\u00e9ron\\u00bb offers a selection of:\\n\\n* 10 cellars\\n* 8 accomodation options\\n* 7 restaurants\\n* 5 heritage sites\\n* 1 tourist office\\n* 1 travel agency\\n* 8 providers of sports, leasure and well-being activities\\n* 2 events\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Labelized partners, Vignobles et D\\u00e9couvertes - \\u00cele d'Ol\\u00e9ron](http:\\\/\\\/www.cdc-oleron.com\\\/que-faisons-nous\\\/developpement-economique\\\/label-vignobles-decouvertes.html)\\n * [Discover Oleron Island](http:\\\/\\\/www.oleron-island.com\\\/)\",\"markdown3\":\"* [FACEBOOK - \\u00cele d'Ol\\u00e9ron-Marennes Tourisme](http:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/IleoleronMarennes)\\n * [TWITTER - @oleronmarennes](http:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/oleronmarennes)\\n * [YOUTUBE - Maison du Tourisme \\u00eele d'Ol\\u00e9ron-Bassin de Marennes](http:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/user\\\/ileoleronmarennes\\\/videos)\\n * [FACEBOOK - Saint Pierre Ol\\u00e9ron Tourisme](http:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/saintpierreolerontourisme)\",\"videoProvider1\":\"youtube\",\"videoId1\":\"xTYAM3NFdkQ\",\"locationTitle\":\"Saint-Pierre-d'Ol\\u00e9ron\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-1.307189,\"lat\":45.942759},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4fqYCw09luE8AaGM8Cea6O\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5YzVmGX7gWcAYkUMw2G6m\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"U3SA5eQT8kQYsegquw4eG\"}},\"poi\":true}","status":null,"published_at":"2014-11-26 10:36:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"5ik109b4LugMEcyI4cqQYU","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"The Beach Lifestyle, a How-to-Guide","slug":"beach-lifestyle-how-guide-0","json":"{\"title\":\"The Beach Lifestyle, a How-to-Guide\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"beach-lifestyle-how-guide-0\",\"publicationDate\":\"2014-11-20T10:29+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1D0xGuhbekSicoEaG4QeYE\"}},\"markdown1\":\"**The beach life is undoubtedly a good one. Here is a roundup of places, activities, equipment, and attitudes you should adopt to help you get your feet wet.**\\n\\n* **Meet all your needs and desires from the comfort of your beach chair**. En vogue since the Roaring Twenties, beaches all over France are now reinventing themselves in order to remain the undisputed queen of all successful holidays. So whether you prefer a wild or private stretch of water, a trendy or sporty beach, find the one that will win your heart, and help you make the most of your seaside pleasures.\\n* **Head out to the pier**, like to the one at Estacade beach in **Saint-Jean-de-Monts**, on the Vend\\u00e9e Coast. This 400-metre long wooden dock juts into the sea and brings about an immediate sense of freedom. The oversized teakwood long-chairs scattered along the beach are just as sought-after by walkers.\\n* **Go grab a book**, because this waterfront library now comes to you! There are more and more formulas for **\\\"reading on the beach\\\"**: make your way to the literary yurts in **Carnon** or **Frontignan**, to the blue cabins in **Nice**, or the number of different types of book-huts all along the Seine-Maritime coast. Or why not visit an exhibition on the beach in **Le Havre**? The walls of these waterfront cabins are dressed up in mythical snapshots - a veritable open-air museum!\\n* **Tell your own nautical adventure,** with a story set amongst one of the many beach clubs competing to win you over. The choices are endless, with catamaran rides in **Dinard**, sand yachting in **Boulogne-sur-Mer**, surfing in **Lacanau**, kite-surfing in **Leucate**, kiting in **Chatelaillon**, canoeing in **Porquerolles**, or stand-up paddling in **Saint-Maxime**...\\n* **Select your beach headquarters**, preferably on a designer terrace somewhere between sea and city, divided into three different areas \\u00e0 la **Hi-Beach-Nice-style**. Are you feeling more sociable, relaxing, or playful today? As you switch from cushiony banquettes to reclining beach chairs and water games, don't forget your late afternoon rendez-vous at the beach bar for cocktails and tapas.\\n* **Savour a gourmet meal facing the sea**. For a relaxed yet refined lounge-style experience, head to Carr\\u00e9 Mer in **Villeneuve-l\\u00e8s-Maguelone** to try a dish concocted by the renowned **Montpellier** duo, the Pourcel brothers. Fancy a chic, revamped burger?\\n* **Be very green and environmentally friendly**, like the waste-sorting areas that are becoming more and more visible, helping to make beach-goers' lives easier. In **Montalivet**, the six wooden lookout towers, inspired by those in Florida, ensure quicker rescue interventions. And with the lifeguards' new eye-catching fluorescent outfits, it's like Malibu in Medoc!\\n* **Increase your wellness capital**. Revisiting your favourite gym class in the great outdoors changes everything! 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Vinotherapy uses the remnants of wine production for spa and skincare, making you feel good, inside and out. At the heart of the greatest French vineyards, discover these two well-being centers: the Sources de Caudalie and the Spa Bourgogne Vignes & Bien-Etre****\\n\\nIn Antiquity, Greeks praised the health benefits of grapes, using it in both cooking and medicines. But the full extent of its benefits on a cosmetic level have only been fully understood for the past fifteen years or so.\\n\\nTwo establishments in Burgundy offer a luxurious range of skin and body care with a wine base!\\n\\n### Spa Bourgogne vignes & bien-\\u00eatre, des soins couleur locale\\n\\nLocated in Beune, the historic capital of Burgundy's greatest wines, the Spa Bourgogne Vignes & Bien-\\u00eatre (Wine and Well-Being) is in an old townhouse just a stone's throw away from the famous Hospices de Beune. Visitors are brought to a magnificent indoor garden with various relaxation and massage areas. Rich in antioxident, anti-radical polyphenols, Burgundy's grapes are used to soften and relax the skin.\\n\\nSince 2011, the center has a few **additional features**, including:\\n\\n* **Double cabins** for individual or couple showers;\\n* A **jacuzzi** with massage jets, chromotherapy, and a fountain;\\n* A **hammam area** with a Cabotte-like touch, evoking the authentic little Burgundy houses that used to house wine-growers;\\n* A **gourmet menu** to taste regional wines after your spa services;\\n* A **restaurant area**, where meals are served on Burgundy wine planks, prepared by an artisan Pommard caterer\\n\\n### Les Sources de Caudalie, Pioneers of Wine Spas\\n\\nLocated in the heart of the Ch\\u00e2teau Haut Lafitte vineyards, the Centre de Caudalie offers the gift of refinement, mixing high-quality materials like wood and stone. Bathe in grape extracts, red wine, and organic essential oils, eliminating water and activating your circulation. All massages are done with grape seeds with softening and hydrating properties. For your feet, hands, and face, services are based with fresh fruit.\\n\\nThe **Sources de Caudalie** name is synonymous with comfort and gourmet cuisine, with a **five-star hotel and two restaurants** on site: one of which offers local products, and the other, an elaborate bistrot cuisine.\\n\\n### Access \\n\\n* **By car:** Bordeaux is accessible in 9 hours and Dijon in 5 hours, 45 minutes from Bruxelles.\\n* **By train:** Bordeaux is accessible in 6 hours, 30 minutes and Dijon in 4 hours, 30 minutes from Bruxelles-Midi, with a stopover in Paris.\\n* **By plane:** Bordeaux is accessible in an hour and a half from Charleroi.\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Les Sources de Caudalie](http:\\\/\\\/www.sources-caudalie.com)\\n * [Spa Bourgogne vignes & bien-\\u00eatre](http:\\\/\\\/www.spa-en-bourgogne.com)\\n * [D\\u00e9couvrez l'Aquitaine](http:\\\/\\\/www.tourisme-aquitaine.fr)\\n * [D\\u00e9couvrez la Bourgogne](http:\\\/\\\/www.bourgogne-tourisme.com)\",\"markdown3\":\"* [FACEBOOK - Les Sources de Caudalie](https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/LesSourcesDeCaudalie)\\n * [FACEBOOK - Spa Bourgogne vignes & bien-\\u00eatre](https:\\\/\\\/fr-fr.facebook.com\\\/SpaBourgogneVignesBienEtre)\",\"locationTitle\":\"Bordeaux\",\"location\":{\"lon\":-0.57918,\"lat\":44.837789},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4tvzzcTZ286egWQACeCWA2\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4vWP3CoFMkQcOISGMaym8w\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6ne5sxNP1YkugcCIy6yaa4\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1IHTQDEb5yCq4UaqE4uYqy\"}},\"poi\":true}","status":null,"published_at":"2014-08-14 09:14:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"meEky9YkEgSoGWcK8m4KO","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Get a Taste of the 10 Best Restaurants in Bordeaux","slug":"10-best-restaurants-bordeaux","json":"{\"title\":\"Get a Taste of the 10 Best Restaurants in Bordeaux\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"10-best-restaurants-bordeaux\",\"publicationDate\":\"2014-06-05T15:33+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4HW9MDMLY4SOwQsc88u8OS\"}},\"markdown1\":\"## **For the next visit to Bordeaux, we've got you covered. Here's our list of the top spots for great eats.**\\n\\n* [Caf\\u00e9 Napoleon III](http:\\\/\\\/www.cafenapoleon3.com\\\/eng\\\/index.php \\\"Cafe Napoleon III\\\"): a typical French brasserie\\n* [Terrasse St. Pierre](http:\\\/\\\/www.laterrassesaintpierre.fr\\\/ \\\"Terrasse St. Pierre\\\"): specialities from the southwest of France\\n* L'Assiette du Vieux Saint Pierre: Gourmet cuisine from the southwest of France\\n* [Le Petit Commerce](http:\\\/\\\/www.travelandleisure.com\\\/travel-guide\\\/bordeaux\\\/restaurants\\\/le-petit-commerce \\\"Le Petit Commerce\\\"): Specializing in fish and seafood\\n* Chat Noir, Chat Vert: Organic cuisine\\n* [Le Passage St. Michel](http:\\\/\\\/www.lepassagesaintmichel.com\\\/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1&Itemid=1 \\\"Le Passage St. Michel\\\"): a brasserie *and* an antiques market in the same place!\\n* [C'Yusha](http:\\\/\\\/www.cyusha.com\\\/ \\\"C'Yusha\\\") where a lot of Grand Chefs worked and where the cuisine is inspired from around the world.\\n* [La Chemin\\u00e9e Royale](http:\\\/\\\/www.restaurantchemineeroyale.fr\\\/ \\\"La Chemin\\u00e9e Royale\\\"): a place where your meat is cooked directly in the fireplace!\\n* [Le Saint Georges](http:\\\/\\\/www.lespavesbordelais.fr\\\/2013\\\/01\\\/brasserie-le-saint-georges-bordeaux\\\/ \\\"Brasserie Saint Georges\\\"): A brasserie where you can try a little bit of every dish all on one plate\\n* [Chez Jean](http:\\\/\\\/www.chezjeanbordeaux.fr\\\/ \\\"Chez Jean\\\"): a traditional restaurant where you can eat the famous \\\"Cochon noir from Basque country\\\"\\n\\nThis list could be endless, the best way to discover the culinary heritage of Bordeaux is to try everything!\",\"markdown3\":\"* [FACEBOOK - http:\\\/\\\/facebook.com\\\/franceguide](http:\\\/\\\/facebook.com\\\/franceguide)\\n * [TWITTER - http:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/francetourismus](http:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/francetourismus)\\n * [PINTEREST - http:\\\/\\\/pinterest.com\\\/RDVenFranceUSA](http:\\\/\\\/pinterest.com\\\/RDVenFranceUSA)\\n * [YOUTUBE - http:\\\/\\\/youtube.com\\\/francelator](http:\\\/\\\/youtube.com\\\/francelator)\",\"locationTitle\":\"Bordeaux\",\"location\":{\"lon\":0,\"lat\":0},\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"61AZ9c9tmMoCOg4WUg8UIE\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"57svLvq2cogWQwKaCa0o8Y\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1wiHRp0I16aoOEeQwWWkQM\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"11wfhdcFKYEey4CgKK88EM\"}},\"poi\":true}","status":null,"published_at":"2014-06-05 15:33:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"3ggDlAVyqAo4i4KCmkMAKE","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"New sports to hit the waves","slug":"new-sports-hit-waves-1","json":"{\"title\":\"New sports to hit the waves\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"new-sports-hit-waves-1\",\"publicationDate\":\"2013-10-17T15:24+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3cmtJqcSpOK8UECqyES6O0\"}},\"markdown1\":\"The appearance of the freestyle movement in the early 1990s and its subsequent media coverage encouraged the development of new surfing sports and disciplines. From the Opal Coast to the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, the windsurfers of yesterday have been replaced by funboarders and kite-surfers.\\n\\n**From windsurfing to funboarding**\\n\\nThe history of windsurfing and how it developed is vague, with numerous inventors claiming to have created the sport. However, whatever its origins, this new discipline appeared in the United States in the mid 1960s and took off in popularity a few years later, largely thanks to the sport\\u2019s living legend, Robby Naish, who became the first windsurfing world champion at the age of just 13!\\n\\nAn Olympic sport since the Los Angeles games held in 1984, windsurfing experienced revolutionary changes in the early 1990s. Equipment began to change, the freestyle movement was born and windsurfing evolved to develop into funboarding. The following sportsmen and women have contributed to the growing popularity of funboarding in France: Nathalie Leli\\u00e8vre, five times Women\\u2019s World Champion; Patrice Belb\\u00e9oc'h, Men\\u2019s World Waves Champion in the 1990s; Franck David, the first French Olympic Champion in Barcelona in 1992; the highly media-friendly Robert Teriitehau; and Antoine Albeau, many times French and world champion in slalom and the world record holder for speed.\\n\\n**The phenomenon of kite-surfing! Kite-surfing is in!**\\n\\nAlso sometimes known as fly-surfing, kite-surfing involves gliding on a small surfboard (a bit like a wake-board) pulled by a kite. This water sport was first devised in the 1960s but only became a reality in 1984 thanks to two brothers, Dominique and Bruno Legaignoux from Brittany, who were passionate fans of surfing. 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Have you chosen a holidayby the sea to recharge your batteries? The invigorating fresh air and seabreezes will certainly do that, but that\\u2019s not all the coast has to offer! TheFrench coast boasts numerous cultural sites and museums where you can learn allsorts of new things. It\\u2019s time for a cultural holiday!\\n\\n**\\u2022 Caen and our duty to remember**\\n\\nCaen offers visitors its unique M\\u00e9morial, which is dedicated mainly to thehistory of the Second World War. In this carefully laid out museum, films andphotos encourage visitors to keep alive the message \\u201cNever again!\\u201d.\\n\\n**\\u2022** **Carnac** **bring[s](http:\\\/\\\/uk.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/en\\\/seaside\\\/rubric\\\/28211\\\/biarritz \\\"Biarritz\\\") prehistory to life**\\n\\nThe major prehistoric site of Carnac and its museum retrace the historyof mankind back to almost 450,000 years ago. The collection on display is oneof the richest in the world, comprising more than 6,000 exhibits! Also in Carnac,don\\u2019t miss the famous line of Kermario menhirs, where 982 stones seem to havestood for eternity.\\n\\n**\\u2022 In La Rochelle, travel 20,000 leagues under the sea** \\nDiscover a silent world in one of the largest and most beautiful aquariums inEurope. You\\u2019ll be amazed by the many different colours and sizes of the 10,000 Arcticand tropical species kept here and you\\u2019ll learn all about life underwaterthanks to your audio-guide.\\n\\n**\\u2022** [**Biarritz**](http:\\\/\\\/seaside.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/fr\\\/%252Fnode\\\/734 \\\"Biarritz\\\") **\\u2013 a window on the Orient**\\nIf you\\u2019re fascinated by Asia, then make your way to the centre ofBiarritz where you\\u2019ll find one of the five most important Oriental museums in Europe!Asiatica is home to more than 1,000 amazing works of art from India to Chinawhich date from the prehistoric period to the current day.\\n\\n**\\u2022 An imposing island fortress near** [**Marseille**](http:\\\/\\\/uk.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/en\\\/seaside\\\/rubric\\\/39340\\\/marseille \\\"Rendez-vous \\u00e0 Marseille\\\")\\nA forbidding fortress built on an island off the coast of Marseille, theCh\\u00e2teau d\\u2019If was once a famous prison. 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Foundedin 1910, this imposing building built right on the cliff overlooking theMediterranean offers curious visitors an amazing collection of marine species.\\n\\n## Contacts\\n\\n[M\\u00e9morial de Caen](mailto:contact@memorial-caen.fr)\\n\\n[Mus\\u00e9ede la Pr\\u00e9histoire](mailto:info@museedecarnac.com)\\n\\n[Alignements de Kermario](http:\\\/\\\/seaside.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/fr\\\/actu\\\/carnac@monum.fr%20)\\n\\n[Aquarium La Rochelle](http:\\\/\\\/seaside.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/fr\\\/actu\\\/contact@aquarium-larochelle.com%20)\\n\\n[Asiatica](mailto:asiatica@wanadoo.fr)\\n\\n[Mamac](mailto:mamac@ville-nice.fr)\\n\\n[Mus\\u00e9e Oc\\u00e9ano](mailto:musee@oceano.mc)\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3z7Bjzf6piAmyaKgs6G0oe\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6H7WQycEGk2C2Y6ekagigG\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"gwG9g6PkicWAGMoogQsCK\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5mSUPIL1sssw0sEaygSSgq\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7pJxx2AANi2OQQO8sG04Ak\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"37K4HJ7WRG2uqWKe4GUeKk\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"UV6NEnG0GOm6gSmWEiCIS\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2013-10-17 15:24:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"1lRH53g2F2gqM6YyiqeWAa","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Cycling \u2013 a new way of exploring the coast","slug":"cycling-\u2013-new-way-exploring-coast-1","json":"{\"title\":\"Cycling \\u2013 a new way of exploring the coast\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"cycling-\\u2013-new-way-exploring-coast-1\",\"publicationDate\":\"2013-10-17T15:24+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1Z8MtBcoJmqw4YkCS6GAO0\"}},\"markdown1\":\"Following the coast by bike\\n\\nThanks to a whole host of dedicated trails and cycle paths, it\\u2019s now possible to cycle along France\\u2019s dykes and beaches in complete safety, making a bike ride a great way to get out and have fun with all the family. Most of the seaside resorts in France have developed **urban cycle lanes**, so that you can cycle safely between the road and the pavement.\\n\\nA good example is **La Baule**, which has created a cycle path extending all the way to **Pornichet**[](http:\\\/\\\/uk.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/en\\\/seaside\\\/rubric\\\/14494\\\/pornichet)along the beachfront promenade known as the \\\"remblais\\\".\\n\\nAnother example is **Cap d'Agde**, a seaside resort which is linked by cycle routes to other historic sights of interest in the area, such as Le Grau and the old town of Agde.\\n\\nIn addition, these urban cycle routes can be extended into the countryside along small quiet roads or wide tracks used only by walkers and cyclists. \\nIn this way, you can follow an old railway track from **La Baule** into the Bri\\u00e8re marshland (a regional nature park) or across the nearby Gu\\u00e9rande saltpans (7km or 12km across flat countryside).\\n\\nFrom Cap d'Agde, you can cycle along the banks of the famous Canal du Midi or up towards one of Languedoc\\u2019s peaks, Mont Saint-Loup!\\n The same is true around Les Sables d'Olonne in the Vend\\u00e9e, where a dedicated cycle route between the forest and the Ile d'Olonne, as well as a trail heading south, is being developed.\\n\\n* **Aquitaine coast**\\n\\nNumerous cycle tracks dot the **Aquitaine** coast, an area which has been a pioneer in this field, reinventing the delights of safe and carefree family cycling amid beautiful natural scenery.\\n\\nMaking the most of the flat landscapes and old network of forestry tracks (made by *\\u201cgemmeurs\\u201d* who harvested resin from thepine trees here), the seaside resorts of the **Gironde** and the [Landes](http:\\\/\\\/int.rendezvousenfrance.com\\\/fr\\\/a-decouvrir\\\/foret-landes-gascogne \\\"For\\u00eat des Landes et de Gascogne\\\")now boast the major attraction of hundreds of miles of safe cycle routes dedicated to family cycling, walking and roller-skating.\\n\\nFlat, tarmacked, well-maintained and away from busy roads (in other words, for the exclusive use of bikes), these routes have been converted into \\u201cgreen ways\\u201d which run close to the sea between the sand dunes and the forest, and between the Arcachon lagoon (and its oyster-farmingvillages) and the lakes of **Lacanau** or **Biscarosse**.\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"3z7Bjzf6piAmyaKgs6G0oe\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6H7WQycEGk2C2Y6ekagigG\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5mSUPIL1sssw0sEaygSSgq\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"gwG9g6PkicWAGMoogQsCK\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7pJxx2AANi2OQQO8sG04Ak\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"37K4HJ7WRG2uqWKe4GUeKk\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6kwCllQsmI8KE8UwW4QSmc\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"7kTkBSeofeYOgywwcqccGu\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"6O88i2rRVCsASYEGCQQCg4\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2013-10-17 15:24:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"},{"contentful_id":"5oJWhQjdewOsgAYCqW4GIS","country":"ww","locale":"en","title":"Relais Ch\u00e2teaux Hostellerie de Plaisance St Emilion","slug":"relais-chateaux-hostellerie-plaisance-st-emilion","json":"{\"title\":\"Relais Ch\\u00e2teaux Hostellerie de Plaisance St Emilion\",\"status\":\"Publi\\u00e9\",\"validation\":\"confirmed\",\"slug\":\"relais-chateaux-hostellerie-plaisance-st-emilion\",\"publicationDate\":\"2013-08-12T18:49+00:00\",\"depublicationDate\":\"2050-12-15T00:00:01\",\"headerImage\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"RNx1qqf3AkSYcgesIU4Ms\"}},\"markdown1\":\"The village of Saint-Emilion world-renowed for its wines is one of the most delightful spots in France. 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Whether it is for a night, a weekend or a longer trip, be a guest of honour and **enjoy an experience** tailor-made to meet your every need.\\n\\nWell-being, gastronomy, sport, art and culture: the **best services** are available to you in the Palaces of France. In these **extraordinary places**, there are staff attentive to all your desires and you can benefit from the advice of the **best concierges in the world** to meet all your needs.\\n\\nToday, **23 institutions** have joined the very privileged circle of Palaces:\\n\\n## **Paris**\\n\\n* ### Le Bristol \\u2013 Paris\\n\\nLe Bristol welcomes you to the heart of Faubourg Saint-Honor\\u00e9, a paradise for fashionistas. The way of living at Le Bristol is a concept and the range of services that are proposed make up an integral part of it. There is LaPrairie Spa, the panoramic pool as well as a 3 star restaurant which will offer you a unique experience.\\n\\n* ### Le Four Seasons Hotel George V \\u2013 Paris\\n\\nA few steps from the most beautiful avenue in the world, the George V is an emblem of elegance, luxury and comfort. The quality of service is recognised internationally. The attentive staff will make sure your stay in the City of Light is high quality, so that every moment is unforgettable and every guest's needs are fully met.\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Le Meurice \\u2013 Paris\\n\\nClose to the Louvre and the Opera Garnier, Le Meurice will seduce you with its architectural blends of the traditional Louis XVI style and modern design instilled by Philippe Starck and his daughter. The Valmont spa, the Swiss brand, offers unique treatments that will offer moments of well-being during your stay in the capital.\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Le Park Hyatt Paris Vend\\u00f4me \\u2013 Paris\\n\\nEd Tuttle gave his contemporary touch to this building in the heart of Paris. This design combined with remarkable furniture makes this hotel one of the symbols of Parisian elegance. For fine gourmet the Park Hyatt Paris Vendome offers guests a rendez-vous at the Chef's Table for lunch with Jean-Fran\\u00e7ois Rouquette.\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Le Plaza Ath\\u00e9n\\u00e9e \\u2013 Paris\\n\\nThe Classical and Art Deco styles meet at the Plaza Ath\\u00e9n\\u00e9e, welcoming you to a unique atmosphere. At the heart of Avenue Montaigne where the biggest fashion houses are located, the Plaza Ath\\u00e9n\\u00e9e will offer you an extraordinary hotel experience. 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You are sure to enjoy delicious food at the restaurant thanks to chef Laurent Andr\\u00e9 and famous pastry chef Pierre Herm\\u00e9.\\n\\n* ### Le Mandarin Oriental - Paris\\n\\nNear the Louvre, the Mandarin Oriental is closely linked with the elegance of haute couture. You can enjoy a truly unique dining experience and savour tailor-made, exquisite dishes from chef Thierry Marx. A 900m \\u00b2 spa awaits you, where you can indulge all your senses in this relaxing oasis of well-being.\\n\\n* ### Le Shangri-La - Paris\\n\\nFormer home of Prince Roland Bonaparte and a listed historical monument since 2009, Shangri-La Hotel, Paris merges Asian hospitality with the French way of life. Located just steps from Avenue Montaigne and Avenue George V, the hotel offers iconic views of the Eiffel Tower and the River Seine. Executive Chef Christophe Moret's dishes are sure to satisfy the most refined of palates.\\n\\n* ### The Peninsula - Paris\\n\\nIn the heart of the capital, the Peninsula Paris is just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe and some of the most famous monuments, museums, and luxury boutiques in the world. The Peninsula Paris moved into a fully-renovated, ninteenth-century Haussmannian building in 2014. The architectural style has contemporary touches while remaining true to its classic roots. The establishment spans six floors and overlooks the Avenue Kl\\u00e9ber. The hotel counts over 200 rooms, including 34 sumptuous suites, five of which boast private terrace gardens with exceptional views of Paris.\\n\\n## **Les Alpes, Courchevel**\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Les Airelles \\u2013 Courchevel\\n\\nAt the heart of the Jardin Alpin's most famous resort in the Alps, L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Les Airelles welcomes you in a setting that will be yours to enjoy - time for a trip to the mountains. This fairy tale property will welcome you with a cosy and elegant setting. The needs of children also take pride of place: there is a carousel, private ice rink and a games room all on offer, this is what dreams are made of.\\n\\n* ### Le Cheval Blanc \\u2013 Courchevel\\n\\nLe Cheval Blanc, the famous institution at Courchevel, combines an elegant setting and design with the sumptuous surroundings in perfect harmony. The rooms, suites or private apartments will seduce mountain lovers and skiing fans in a warm and contemporary atmosphere.\\n\\n* ### Le Royal \\u00c9vian - \\u00c9vian-les-Bains\\n\\nDominating the surrounding city of Evian-les-Bains, the H\\u00f4tel Royal Evian, crown jewel of the Evian Resort, enjoys an incredible view of the Lec L\\u00e9man as well as the French and Swiss Alps. The H\\u00f4tel Royal provides a rare look into French luxury, with over 150 rooms, including 32 exceptional suites. The Evian Resort also offers a golf training center, a golf course (where the Evian Championship takes place each year), the Thermes d'Evian, a casino, and a music auditorium.\\n\\n* ### Le K2 - Courchevel\\n\\nAt the heart of Courchevel mythical summits, the K2 offers ample space and a traditional atmosphere in its elegant alpine woodwork rooms with views of the surrounding forest. An intimate haven, the Kintessence welcomes you for a divine haute cuisine experience where connoisseurs will be delighted by the inventiveness and culinary finesse of chef Nicolas Sale. Goji Spa offers a wide range of facials and exceptional body care including the famous caviar care.\\n\\n## **C\\u00f4te d'Azur**\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019h\\u00f4tel Le Grand-H\\u00f4tel du Cap-Ferrat\\n\\nFacing the Mediterranean Sea, at the end of the peninsula you will find the Grand Hotel du Cap-Ferrat. Imposing and majestic, this prestigious hotel invites you for a luxurious stay in a stunning setting. Guests in search of well-being will relax in Club Dauphin while wine lovers will be in awe at the most spectacular wine cave in the world.\\n\\n* ### L'h\\u00f4tel La R\\u00e9serve - Ramatuelle\\n\\nJust a few minutes from Saint-Tropez, La R\\u00e9serve Ramatuelle, a spa hotel is perfect to get away from it all. Redesigned by the famous architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, the hotel is a peaceful haven perfect for nature lovers. Facing the Mediterranean, explore this unforgettable, secret refuge.\\n\\n* ### L'h\\u00f4tel Le Byblos - Saint- Tropez\\n\\nAt the heart of one of the trendiest cities on the Mediterranean coast, this luxurious oasis invites you into an enchanting setting. A relaxing hotel, it will provide you with quality care the Sisley Cosmetics spa. It is also a party venue: the Byblos invites you to the most exclusive soir\\u00e9es in Saint-Tropez.\\n\\n* ### Le Ch\\u00e2teau de La Messardi\\u00e8re - Saint-Tropez\\n\\nThis 19th century private residence welcomes you, with a private park of 10 hectares on a hillside and offering majestic views of the Mediterranean. You're sure to be relaxed at the sancturary for protected birds, offering exceptional service for all its guests.\\n\\n* ### Le Cap-Eden-Roc - Antibes\\n\\nThe H\\u00f4tel du Cap-Eden-Roc is a legendary establishment. Located at the southernmost point of the Cap d'Antibes in a 22-acre park, the beautiful Napoleon III-style building is a beautiful refuge where the sun shines on the biggest and brightest stars of our time. By car or by boat, from Saint-Tropez to San Remo and the Riviera Dei Fiori, all along the Mediterranean Coast, all roads lead to the H\\u00f4tel du Cap-Eden-Roc.\\n\\n* ### La Bastide de Gordes - Gordes\\n\\nAn ancestral ch\\u00e2teau flanked by rocks. Overlooking Gordes, one of the most beautiful villages of Provence - indeed, of all of France. Tucked into the magical, sunny landscape of Luberon.\\n\\n## **Biarritz Pays Basque**\\n\\n* ### L\\u2019H\\u00f4tel du Palais \\u2013 Biarritz\\n\\nLocated on a cliff, the Hotel du Palais offers stunning ocean views. The former imperial residence of Napoleon III and his wife Eug\\u00e9nie, this exceptional hotel will seduce you with its fine Second Empire furniture as well as its location at the heart of one of the most popular resorts of the Atlantic.\\n\\n## **Autour de Bordeaux**\\n\\n* ### Les Sources de Caudalie - Martillac\\n\\nIn the heart of the vineyards of the Ch\\u00e2teau Smith Haut Lafitte in Bordeaux, Grand Cru Class\\u00e9, the Sources de Caudalie has been the source of happiness for all lovers of well-being and French *art de vivre* for more than 20 years.\\n\\n* ### Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France\\n\\nThe H\\u00f4tel Cheval Blanc - St-Barth Isle de France is located in the heart of the Caribbean on the luxurious \\u00cele de Saint-Barth\\u00e9lemy. In the Bay of Flamands, one of the most beautiful villages in the Caribbean, this sumptuous hotel is tucked into a tropical, heavenly garden. In terms of cuisine, the Case de l'Isle is the must-see (or rather, must-taste) restaurant on Saint-Barth\\u00e9lemy. For sports, take advantage of the fitness classes, yoga sessions on the beach, or snorkeling and scuba diving. 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This pepper is found everywhere. It is the main ingredient in a local pepper dip as well as in piperade, where it is cooked with tomatoes and onions. Produced all over the region, ham can be found at all meals and in every season. As for foie gras, made either of duck or goose liver, it is prepared here as it is in other major farming regions (Landes, Gers, and Lot-et-Garonne): the bird is force-fed and then the liver is cooked in the traditional way, preserved in its own fat.\\n\\nYou must try some magret de canard (duck breast), simply grilled and served with potatoes, ceps, or fruit. Another traditional and equally delicious dish is poulet basquaise (Basque-style chicken). Saut\\u00e9ed pieces of chicken are served with a savory sauce of tomatoes, onions, and peppers, all simmered with a glass of white wine.\\n\\n \\nThis is also a great region for hunting and fishing. Hunters go to the Pyrenees in search of migrating wood pigeons. These are a real treat when wrapped in a thin slice of bacon and roasted. As for fishing, succulent freshwater fish are pulled from local streams, while tuna, sardines, and chipirons (squid) make their way from the ocean to the table.\\n\\nThe region\\u2019s not-to-be-missed ewe\\u2019s milk cheeses exist in both hard and soft varieties, with the latter only available in the summer, unfortunately. And finally come the chocolates, a major specialty of the city of Bayonne. Try the cinnamon-flavored kind or taste it confected in g\\u00e9noise-style cake, such as the very symbolic \\\"b\\u00e9ret basque\\\" cake.\\n\\n**P\\u00e9rigord: The Right Balance**\\nThe cuisine in P\\u00e9rigord receives all its richness from the nature in its midst: wild mushrooms (ceps and truffles, oh my!), walnuts and chestnuts, and fowl (geese and ducks), from which come the ever-prized foie gras and magret. Because contrary to the idea you might have, P\\u00e9rigord is a poor peasant region, and its cuisine is a reflection of that. It is a cuisine from the land, of stuffed dishes, skillfully prepared scraps, canned and jarred foods, and confits (meat preserved in fat). Nevertheless, it is an excellent cuisine, hearty and filling, comprised mainly of meat from corn-fed geese and ducks, which is enjoyed at the most special events. The fat from these animals is used when making confits; it locks in the flavors of the products. The same fat is often used in place of butter and gives a pronounced, succulent taste to saut\\u00e9ed potatoes, magret de canard, and rillettes (potted goose or duck). And don\\u2019t forget to wash it all down with a glass of sweet white wine, such as Monbazillac\\u2014you\\u2019ll be in heaven!\\n\\nAmong the specialties you will find simple yet extraordinarily delicious meals: truffle omelette or pan-fried foie gras, magret de canard, foie gras, and rillettes d\\u2019oie (potted goose), in addition to truffle salad, freshwater fish, and farmhouse chicken with mushrooms. In the winter, it is well worth the trip to visit a march\\u00e9 au gras (literally \\\"fat market\\\") such as the one in P\\u00e9rigeux. In the P\\u00e9rigord Noir area, pork dishes and specialty pork products are found on every menu all year round. In the northern part of the Dordogne department, also called P\\u00e9rigord Vert, goats are raised for the production of a strong and tasty specialty: a small mouthwatering cheese called Cab\\u00e9cou.\\n\\n**Bordeaux****: A Southern French Cuisine, Spanish-Style**\\n Bordeaux is known throughout the world thanks to its prestigious wines. But this region holds other gastronomic surprises coming both from its magnificent inland and the rich Atlantic coast. In Bordeaux, the splendid regional capital, you can taste a plate of the fresh oysters du jour and a grilled entrec\\u00f4te steak sprinkled with chopped parsley while enjoying a nice bottle of white wine from Entre-Deux-Mers or a red from Saint-\\u00c9milion du Libournais. This is a traditional and spicy gastronomy, close to Spanish cooking, that includes both specialties from the sea (such as sole, eel alevins prepared with garlic and parsley, lamprey \\u00e0 la bordelaise prepared in a red wine sauce, fresh sardines to be eaten grilled at the seaside) and from the land (foie gras, pork tripe, milk-fed lamb, and asparagus). And have you heard of cannel\\u00e9s bordelais? These mini-cakes tasting of aged rum and vanilla present a perfect picture of Bordeaux, a southern city open to the world that was a major port of call in the slave, rum, and spice trades.\\n\\nAnd, of course, you can\\u2019t discuss Bordeaux without mentioning its exceptional vineyards. Let us mention just a few to refresh your memory and your palate: Premi\\u00e8res C\\u00f4tes de Blaye in Bordeaux, Entre-Deux-Mers, Sauternes in Graves, Saint-\\u00c9milion and Pomerol in Libournais, Saint-Julien, Saint-Est\\u00e8phe, Pauillac and Margaux in M\\u00e9doc.\\n\\n**Regional Specialties:**\\n\\nThe most famous specialties are foie gras, confit d'oie aux c\\u00e8pes (goose confit with ceps), confit de canard (duck confit), garbure (a type of vegetable soup), poulet basquaise, salade landaise (salad with duck meat and gizzards), peanut oil, pralines de Blaye (almond candies), gratin de poires au Sauternes (pear dessert), cannel\\u00e9 (mini-cakes from Bordeaux), and macaroons from Saint-\\u00c9milion.\\n\\n**Regional Cheeses:** \\nCheeses to enjoy here include Brebiou, Cab\\u00e9cou, Etorki, Ossau-Iraty, Rocamadour, and bleu des Basques.\\n\\n**Wines and Spirits:** \\n\\\\- **Bordeaux**: M\\u00e9doc, Les Graves, Blaye and Bourg, Libournais (Saint-\\u00c9milion), and Entre-Deux-Mers\\n\\\\- **Bergerac**\\n\\n**Varietals used:** \\n**For red wines**, the most common varietals are Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and C\\u00f4t\\n**For white wines**: Sauvignon, S\\u00e9millon, Muscadelle, Ugni Blanc, Colombard, and Merlot Blanc.\\n\\n**Duck Confit (serves 4)**\\n\\n\\n Simon Mc Garr\\n\\nPreparation Time: 24 hours + 2 \\u00bd hours\\nCooking Time: 2 hours\\n\\n**Ingredients:**\\n\\\\- 2 fattened ducks from the Landes region\\n\\\\- kosher salt\\n\\\\- potatoes\\n\\n**Preparation:**\\n\\\\- After cutting the legs from the fattened ducks, sprinkle them with kosher salt. 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Check to see that they are done by sticking a fork in the meat. The teeth should go into the meat easily. Place them in a terrine.\\n\\\\- Pour the fat through a fine strainer and then over the cooked duck legs. Store in a cool place.\\n\\\\- When you want to serve the duck, remove the legs from the fat and place them in a non-stick pan, skin-side down. Cover and cook over medium heat.\\n\\\\- When heated halfway, tip the pan to the side, keeping the lid on, in order to drain away as much fat as possible. Turn the legs over to brown the other side. \\n\\\\- When the duck is warm and browned, it is ready to eat. 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Known the world over, the great wines and spirits of France reveal themselves during out-of-the-ordinary visits.\\n\\n## Great wines, or Grand Crus\\u2026\\n\\n**Grands Crus Wine Route in Burgundy**\\nAlso known as Burgundy\\u2019s Elysium Fields, to show just how prestigious it is, the 80km marked trail between Dijon and Santenay, takes you through the C\\u00f4tes de Nuits and Beaune area and their Hautes-C\\u00f4tes (or high hillsides) via roads well connected to the main motorways. The trail promises beautiful stops in the heart of vines: Dijon, city of the Burgundy Dukes to start; Beaune, wine capital; the wine-making villages of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Aloxe-Corton, Pommard, Meursault, Puligny\\u2026 and Gevrey-Chambertin, which boasts nine grands crus (or great wines).\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)3 80 280 303 \\u2013 [www.bourgogne-tourisme.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.bourgogne-tourisme.com)*\\n\\n**Bernard-Magrez Grands Crus class\\u00e9s in Bordeaux**\\n1 owner, 4 grands crus class\\u00e9s : Ch\\u00e2teau Pape Cl\\u00e9ment, Ch\\u00e2teau La Tour Carnet, Ch\\u00e2teau Fombroge, Clos Haut Peyraguey. Discover the magic of 4 grands crus class\\u00e9s under a single signature for the first time.\\n*[www.bernard-magrez.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.bernard-magrez.com\\\/)*\\n\\n**\\u201cGrands crus\\u201d Circuit in the M\\u00e9doc**\\nEvery Wednesday from May to October, the Bordeaux Tourist Office runs a Grand Crus Circuit in the M\\u00e9doc to discover the Grand Crus Class\\u00e9s, awarded by the Bordeaux wine classification in 1855. During the trip, visitors explore three estates of three appellations (Saint-Julien, Pauillac, Margaux, etc.), three estates of three classifications (seconds crus, troisi\\u00e8mes crus, etc.), and all of differing architectural styles. In the second estate lunch \\u201cau ch\\u00e2teau\\u201d is organised in the presence of the owner. The day-long guided coach tour (available in French or English) leaves from the Bordeaux Tourist Office. \\n[*www.bordeaux-tourisme.com*](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeaux-tourisme.com)\\n\\n**Stay in a grand cru class\\u00e9 of Sauternes**\\nLocated in the heart of 27 hectares of vines above the village of Sauternes, the Ch\\u00e2teau d\\u2019Arche enjoys a particularly favourable climate for the development of Botrytis Cinerea, the essential mould in the production of Sauternes. In the beautiful 17th century charterhouse, the Relais du Ch\\u00e2teau d\\u2019Arche has nine exquisitely charming bedrooms (those in the corners are especially original). Make the most of your stay and visit the storehouses and taste the Ch\\u00e2teau\\u2019s great wines.\\n*Relais du ch\\u00e2teau d\\u2019Arche - 33210 Sauternes* \\n*Tel. : +33 (0)5 56 76 67 67 \\u2013 [www.chateaudarche-sauternes.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.chateaudarche-sauternes.com)*\\n\\n**Visit and tasting at a grand cru in Saint-Emilion**\\nThe Saint-Emilion Tourist Office invites you aboard a comfortable vehicle for an exclusive excursion to explore its great wines, and the landscapes listed by Unesco as World Heritage Sites. In the company of a guide (groups of 8 people maximum), take the time to snap a few pictures and step through the door of a Ch\\u00e2teau. A passionate wine-grower will take you around their estate and share their know-how during a guided tasting of their grands crus.\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)5 57 55 28 28 \\u2013 [www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com)*\\n\\n**Magical bottles from De Vinis Illustribus, in Paris**\\nTravel to France\\u2019s greatest vineyards; discover exceptional wine; taste mythical vintages, all on offer at De Vinis Illustribus in Paris. A specialist in classic vintages, Lionel Michelin houses grand crus of venerable ages in his 12th century wine cellar. Connoisseurs and collectors come here to buy their dream wine, the one missing from their collection, a rare vintage, or even a cru confidential whose distribution is capped by its producers.\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)1 43 36 12 12 \\u2013 [www.devinis.fr](http:\\\/\\\/www.devinis.fr)*\\n\\n## \\u2026 and spirits: the grand houses of Cognac \\n\\nLocated in Cognac and Jarnac, the grand trade houses have increased the number of guided tours that combine tradition, history, culture, fun and tasting sessions to visitors. Every circuit is different, made to reflect the trade-house which organises it. \\nVisits to R\\u00e9my Martin and Martell Cognacs:\\n\\n**Exclusive trip to the R\\u00e9my Martin house...**\\nIn the comfort of the historic headquarters of the R\\u00e9my Martin brand, enjoy a unique tasting experience which underlines the perfect balance of the R\\u00e9my Martin Fine Champagne Cognacs, with gastronomic treats (open to adults only). Other special visit \\u2013 the \\u201cRendez vous R\\u00e9my Martin\\u201d events \\u2013 made to measure programmes which include lunch or dinner in the house\\u2019s private club.\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)5 45 35 76 66 \\u2013 [www.visitesremymartin.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.visitesremymartin.com)*\\n\\n**Guided tours of Martell & Co Cognac** \\nMartell, whose produce can be found the world over, has been making cognacs for the world\\u2019s most demanding drinkers since 1715. This grand house has a unique experience on offer: a guided tour where each stage is presented. The exploration begins with a visit of the founder Jean Martell\\u2019s house, and goes on through the vines before entering the most sacred of places \\u2013 the ageing storehouse. Do not leave without having discovered a world of aromas and flavours during a guided tasting.\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)5 45 36 33 33 \\u2013 [www.martell.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.martell.com)*\\n\\n**Maison Hennessy**\\nWhen you walk through the Hennessy Maison, you discover the secrets of creation of some of the best cognacs in the World. An exceptional situation along the Charente and a rich history make the visit a true experience finished by a taste of cognacs created by the Hennessy Maison.\\n*Tel. : +33 (0)5 45 35 72 68 \\u2013 [www.hennessy.com](http:\\\/\\\/www.hennessy.com\\\/en-gb\\\/maison-hennessy)*\",\"markdown2\":\"* [Great Wines Route in Burgundy](http:\\\/\\\/www.bourgogne-tourisme.com\\\/)\\n * [\\\"Grands crus\\\" circuit in M\\u00e9doc](http:\\\/\\\/www.bordeaux-tourisme.com)\\n * [Grand cru class\\u00e9 de Sauternes](http:\\\/\\\/www.chateaudarche-sauternes.com\\\/)\\n * [Grand cru de Saint-Emilion](http:\\\/\\\/www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com\\\/)\\n * [De Vinis Illustribus](http:\\\/\\\/www.devinis.fr\\\/)\\n * [Maison R\\u00e9my Martin](http:\\\/\\\/www.visitesremymartin.com)\\n * [Cognac Martell & Co](http:\\\/\\\/www.martell.com\\\/fr\\\/)\\n * [Maison Cognac Hennessy](http:\\\/\\\/www.hennessy.com\\\/fr-fr\\\/maison-hennessy\\\/visiter-hennessy)\\n * [Bernard Magrez](http:\\\/\\\/www.bernard-magrez.com\\\/)\\n * [Immerse Yourself in the Wines of France](https:\\\/\\\/us.france.fr\\\/en\\\/news\\\/article\\\/immerse-yourself-wines-france \\\"Immerse Yourself in the Wines of France\\\")\",\"destinationTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"1OdFqyzKDi4EcMSaEyASUw\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4tvzzcTZ286egWQACeCWA2\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5vh4H7riday82kKO2OoM2u\"}},{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"5UwxgW2b3qsAIWcAuCIGWq\"}}],\"thematicTags\":[{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"4wozxHmEz6WQUWegkgOKYc\"}}],\"seo\":{\"sys\":{\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\",\"id\":\"26JdgtUGwwIKi86YYiSuOw\"}},\"poi\":false}","status":null,"published_at":"2013-07-09 16:52:00","unpublished_at":"2050-12-15 00:00:01"}],"from":91,"last_page":7,"next_page_url":"https:\/\/www.france.fr\/en\/bordeaux\/p4?page=5","path":"https:\/\/www.france.fr\/en\/bordeaux\/p4","per_page":30,"per_page_first_page":4,"prev_page_url":"https:\/\/www.france.fr\/en\/bordeaux\/p4?page=3","to":120,"total":162}}