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	<title>World Travel Trips &#187; France</title>
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		<title>Book Your Cheap Train Tickets Directly To Paris from Ebbsfleet</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[People those who are looking for their International journey from Ebbsfleet International Station to Paris or to Brussels need to book their Cheap Train Tickets at the earliest to make their journey as a memorable one. People can book their train tickets in advance by making use of the online booking facility available at http://ebbsfleetinternational.co.uk. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People those who are looking for their International journey from Ebbsfleet International Station to Paris or to Brussels need to book their <a href="http://ebbsfleetinternational.co.uk/index.php?station=book-tickets">Cheap Train Tickets</a> at the earliest to make their journey as a memorable one. People can book their train tickets in advance by making use of the online booking facility available at http://ebbsfleetinternational.co.uk. Those who book their direct train ticket to Brussels from Ebbsfleet International station are even offered a chance to travel to any of the Belgium stations at free of cost.  </p>
<p>Ebbsfleet International station is considered as a fastest route to London and Europe. The possibility for getting cheap train tickets is very high for those traveling from Ebbsfleet International station to London or to Europe during the week days.  </p>
<p><a href="http://ebbsfleetinternational.co.uk/index.php?station=ebbsfleet-maps">Ebbsfleet map</a> is always there to assist people those who are searching for direction to Ebbsfleet International station from their place and this can be done by typing the postal code or name of the town on to the search box in order to get the route. Ebbsfleet map should be considered as a wonderful tool to find various places and routes between Ebbsfleet International Station and the others. The Ebbsfleet Map can be used to find various train routes between Ebbsfleet and London and etc.  </p>
<p>Most people in order to avoid the overcrowded airports in London best prefer International train service between Ebbsfleet International station to France and others as their preferred alternative choice.  The <a href="http://ebbsfleetinternational.co.uk/index.php?station=videos">Video of Ebbsfleet</a> virtually takes you through various locations around Ebbsfleet and lets you know about the rail transport and bus transport carried out there. A bust stop is located at the entrance of Ebbsfleet International Station and this can be known by looking at the map. From Ebbsfleet International station, people can book their direct trains to Europe or London and only a less time is taken to reach those international destinations. </p>
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		<title>Great hotel deals in Rome</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:11:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In regards to holidays, providers should be capable in convincing you about their strategy you because thatâ€™s the only way youâ€™re going to be choosing them for your online reservations. Know more about the chances of your reservations for cheap hotels so that you will be able to enjoy your holiday well and enjoy this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In regards to holidays, providers should be capable in convincing you about their strategy you because thatâ€™s the only way youâ€™re going to be choosing them for your online reservations. Know more about the chances of your reservations for cheap hotels so that you will be able to enjoy your holiday well and enjoy this event.</p>
<p>The wide popularity of <a href="http://hotels.bootsnall.com/cheap-hotels-in-rome.html">cheap hotels in Rome</a> has replaced the earlier demands for caution deposit payments considerably with no need for such measures and simply paying a daysâ€™ advance is enough. Understand that, if you are looking for completing a hotel reservation job to be completed from home, there are a large number of accredited sites which will aid you in this area. Apart from this, the most important advantage of these reservations is that, these bookings don&#8217;t require a major investment. So you neednâ€™t wait and think too much before starting off on a holiday.</p>
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		<title>Villas in St.Tropez</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:42:35 +0000</pubDate>
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La Chenoiserie was recently refurbished and provides the guests with spectacular views of the Bay to St Tropez. The villa is now an outstanding design that aptly blends traditional Provencal elements with furniture of the more contemporary patterns. Accommodation presented here is absolutely top-notch. 
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<a href="http://www.palmerparker.com/sv/housenum400.htm">La Chenoiserie</a> was recently refurbished and provides the guests with spectacular views of the Bay to St Tropez. The villa is now an outstanding design that aptly blends traditional Provencal elements with furniture of the more contemporary patterns. Accommodation presented here is absolutely top-notch. </p>
<p>The guests are also provided fascinating views across the Bay to St Tropez. The guests can opt for a double as well as a twin room, each of which has its own bathroom with French windows that all lead to the terrace with sea views.<br />
The first floor has a master bedroom suite including a total of four-poster beds, en suite bathroom as well as a dressing room. There is also a separate pool terrace that has a covered summer kitchen and includes barbecue and soft furnishings not to mention picturesque views over the Gulf of the St Tropez. This truly makes <a href="http://www.palmerparker.com/list/villas-in-France.htm">Villas in St.Tropez</a> a great holiday option for all kinds of visitors.</p>
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		<title>Travel To France</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:44:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are a party animal there are numerous night clubs that are open for you to party the night away. There are a number of good tours and botanical parks that are worth visiting in France. Even after getting the best of hotel paris, you should learn to spend well if you are looking [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are a party animal there are numerous night clubs that are open for you to party the night away. There are a number of good tours and botanical parks that are worth visiting in <a href="http://www.whytraveltofrance.com">France</a>. Even after getting the best of <a href="http://www.hotelparis.me">hotel paris</a>, you should learn to spend well if you are looking at <a href="http://www.assuranceviedeces.fr">Assurance vie</a>.</p>
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		<title>Corsica</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 07:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the last truly unspoiled corners of the Mediterranean, the French island of Corsica is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and spectacular beaches. Doing a boat trip around Corsica is an unforgettable experience.  The many villages located in Corsica are large producers of food and wine, with vineyards scattered everywhere, a real wine [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the last truly unspoiled corners of the Mediterranean, the French island of <a href="http://www.corsicatravelguide.com/">Corsica</a> is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and spectacular beaches. Doing a boat trip around Corsica is an unforgettable experience.  The many villages located in Corsica are large producers of food and wine, with vineyards scattered everywhere, a real wine lover&#8217;s paradise. Also, Corsica is not an expensive place to eat out. </p>
<p>Corsica is the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean region, after Sicily, Sardinia, and Cyprus. Corsica is a small mountainous island situated slap bang in the middle of the Mediterranean sea. An island that  experiences strong sunshine in the summer, with little precipitation and a consistent breeze. Corsica is not that big, measuring only 133 miles long and fifty miles wide. </p>
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<p>Corsica is a province of France, but has a more Mediterranean flavor to it foods. Corsica is definitely one of the closest places to Heaven you&#8217;ll ever lay your feet on. Corsica is not a conventional tourist destination, in that it is almost completely undeveloped. The prehistoric site at <a href="http://www.corsicatravelguide.com/scenerycorsica/filitosa.php">Filitosa</a> is inland and a place you should definitely checkout on your Corsica trip. However the unspoiled island&#8217;s natural beauty keeps travelers who are fortunate enough to experience it always coming back. </p>
<p>Proud, wild, defiantly independent and just a touch old-fashioned, Corsica is in many ways a separate nation to the rest of France. Corsica is an ideal island for walking and cycling holidays. Described as a mountain in the sea, Corsica is a compelling destination for hikers and walkers. Nicknamed the Island of Beauty, Corsica is not lacking in this attribute. </p>
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		<title>France Travel</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2007 11:46:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[France is one of the top five tourist destinations in the world, with 78 million people heading to the country in 2006. France travel is rewarding, but there are many key steps to planning and enjoying a trip to France. France travel is a fascinating experience for tourists, irrespective of their interests and cultural backgrounds. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>France is one of the top five tourist destinations in the world, with 78 million people heading to the country in 2006. <a href="http://www.francethisway.com/">France travel</a> is rewarding, but there are many key steps to planning and enjoying a trip to France. France travel is a fascinating experience for tourists, irrespective of their interests and cultural backgrounds. France travel is the staple of practically every trip to Europe. </p>
<p>If you are looking for accommodation during your family trip and don&#8217;t want to stay in a hotel, then browse the <a href="http://www.gites.francethisway.com/">gites in France</a> to see what&#8217;s on offer. One of the main attractions of France is the sunny climate and relaxed atmosphere. The capital city of France is Paris, which is located in the north central part of France, in the region of Azle-de-France. </p>
<p>France is a highly modern country with 75% of the people living in the cities. France is probably the most visited country in the world and dubbed by many as the most incomparably beautiful country in the world. One of the best ways to get to know France is to visit a local market.</p>
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		<title>Paris &#8211; Disneyland Paris</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2007 15:39:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Affectionately known as DLP by Mouseketeers the world over, Disneyland Paris is a cornucopia of rides, restaurants, exhibits and all out fun for everyone. And in the last few years the fun has been doubled as Disney added the Walt Disney Studios park to an already jam packed adventure.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Affectionately known as DLP by Mouseketeers the world over, Disneyland Paris is a cornucopia of rides, restaurants, exhibits and all out fun for everyone. And in the last few years the fun has been doubled as Disney added the Walt Disney Studios park to an already jam packed adventure.</p>
<p>Many of the traditional rides from the California theme park were recreated (with some French twists) at the park and resort only 32 kilometers (19 miles) outside Paris.</p>
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<p>There&#8217;s the familiar Pirates of the Caribbean, on which the recent films were based and the love-it-or-hate-it It&#8217;s A Small World ride, along with dozens more. The Legend of the Lion King show regularly sells out, so get tickets in advance.</p>
<p>The Star Tours in Discoveryland is both entertaining and educational. Disney can put those together like no one else! There&#8217;s also the extremely popular Big Thunder Mountain in Frontierland that just has to be visited twice.</p>
<p>Space Mountain Mission 2 opened in April, 2005 and &#8211; as if it were possible &#8211; is even better than the original. Several of the rides have been updated since the park&#8217;s opening in 1992 and they just get better and better.</p>
<p>The new Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast is launching and, as usual, version two is a shiny improvement over the already great Anaheim offering.</p>
<p>The park even houses restaurants that, in true French style, offer some of the best meals anywhere. The steaks at The Steak House are thick and the wine bottles bottomless. The service is a joyful blend of Gallic pride and American efficiency. The buffet at Chef Mickey&#8217;s is plentiful and delicious and the kids will enjoy the Disney characters dancing around.</p>
<p>To round out the trip there are, of course, tons of shops and small exhibits of the sort familiar to Disney fans everywhere. And nearby is the Val d&#8217;Europe shopping mall with dozens more. </p>
<p>Part-owned by Disney, there&#8217;s a large grocery store/department store (Auchon) &#8216;at the Val&#8217; and lots of food choices. There&#8217;s even a local Sephora for those who want to bring back a bottle of genuine French perfume.</p>
<p>If needed, parents can rent a stroller at the park and there are baby changing facilities. The Baby Care Centre on Main Street, USA provides facilities and supplies. </p>
<p>Hours change depending on the season, with slightly longer hours during the summer. They change from time to time, so check the website at http://www.disneylandparis.com.</p>
<p>Since queues can be long, it&#8217;s best to get the 1-Day Passport pass that allows unlimited entrance and exit access to one park for the day. There&#8217;s also a 3-Day &#8216;Hopper&#8217; Passport that allows access to both parks and the days don&#8217;t have to be consecutive, but it&#8217;s pricey. Of course, the one day isn&#8217;t cheap either. Check the website for current prices.</p>
<p>Getting to the park is easy. From Paris take the RER Line A â€“ Marne-la-Vallee/Chessy Station. From the Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports, the VEA shuttle service offers direct rides to the Disneyland Resort Paris hotels every half hour.</p>
<p>Enjoy!</p>
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		<title>Paris &#8211; Champs-ElysÃ©es</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not merely a boulevard, the Champs-ElysÃ©es has justly earned its name. In Greek mythology, the Elysian Fields was the resting place of heroes who dwelt in perfect happiness. Fortunately, visitors don&#8217;t have to die to reach it. Though you may think so after making your way through the French airports and into Paris.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Not merely a boulevard, the Champs-ElysÃ©es has justly earned its name. In Greek mythology, the Elysian Fields was the resting place of heroes who dwelt in perfect happiness. Fortunately, visitors don&#8217;t have to die to reach it. Though you may think so after making your way through the French airports and into Paris.</p>
<p>This tree-lined avenue begins at the Arc de Triomphe and ends 2km (1.2mi) east at the Egyptian Obelisk, through the 8th arrondissement. An &#8216;arrondissement&#8217; is a district. Paris is divided into twenty with the first at the center and the others winding clockwise around it.</p>
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<p>Along this avenue, one of a handful known by name the world over, is arrayed a cornucopia of cinemas and theaters, cafes and restaurants, and shops and hotels that rival those of Fifth Avenue in New York.</p>
<p>Originally parkland, by the late 1700s the Champs-ElysÃ©es had become the street to see and on which to be seen. Beginning in 1916 Louis Vuitton formed an association to transform it into a commercial shopping area. The mixture of commerce and fashion survives to the present.</p>
<p>The character of the road changes along its length with one part forming the commercial area (Place Charles de Gaulle) and the other a walking area lined with chestnut trees and flower beds (Place de la Concorde). After Unirii Blvd in Bucharest it is the widest avenue in Europe.</p>
<p>Above the greenery rise two large buildings, the Petit Palais (which is anything but small) and the Grand Palais. Both house several rotating exhibits. Overflowing with neo-classical carvings and statuary they both deserve a look.</p>
<p>Food and drink along the avenue runs the spectrum from the Fouquet, an upscale bar and restaurant, to MacDonald&#8217;s. But there is also the opportunity to sit at one of the many outdoor cafes and simply watch the parade of people while sipping excellent coffee.</p>
<p>There are dozens of shops &#8211; everything from the Gap, Lacoste or the Disney Store to specialty boutiques. Through them the Champs-ElysÃ©es maintains the reputation for fashion it has enjoyed since the mid-1800s.</p>
<p>Along with the designer stores there are several first class hotels. Whether interested in the Hotel Napoleon, termed &#8216;the place&#8217; by Errol Flynn, or the Frontenac, or one of the dozen others all have been excellently maintained over the years. Even for those who can&#8217;t afford to stay, the lobbies make for a delightful (if discreet), visit.</p>
<p>Not only the hotels, but the avenue itself has enjoyed several upgrades over the years. The latest, completed in 1993, widened the sidewalks to allow for greater foot traffic. Even the streetlamps have been refurbished. The results help to maintain the avenue&#8217;s reputation as &#8220;la plus belle avenue du monde&#8221; (&#8221;the most beautiful avenue in the world&#8221;).</p>
<p>It may be pointless to describe how to reach the Champs-ElysÃ©es, since to be here is to be in Paris. But to be concrete, one can take the metro (subway) to Charles-de-Gaulle-Etoile, George V or Champs-ElysÃ©es Clemenceau.</p>
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		<title>Tourism in Avignon</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2007 12:07:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Surrounded by walls, the inner city of Avignon is nowadays a high-point of tourism in Avignon. An artistic and cultural city, Travel Avignon is exceptional due to its geographic location and the richness of its architecture. 

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Surrounded by walls, the inner city of Avignon is nowadays a high-point of <a href="http://www.travel-avignon.info/tourism_in_avignon.html">tourism in Avignon</a>. An artistic and cultural city, <a href="http://www.travel-avignon.info/">Travel Avignon</a> is exceptional due to its geographic location and the richness of its architecture. </p>
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<p>Historically, Avignon is noted for the Palace of Popes and also for having been the political capital of the Christian World during the Middle Ages. Hotels in Avignon are nearly always booked up, even out of season and most particularly in July and August when the Festival d&#8217;Avignon is on. Avignon is a great centre of delights, with many incredibly interesting museums, churches and restaurants, it is also a good spring board to the surrounding area namely the Camargue. </p>
<p>Avignon is a town where you can simply wander for hours, forever chancing upon marvellous sites and buildings, be they centuries-old or very recent. Using <a target="_blank" href="http://www.arguscarhire.com/car-hire/france.html">Car Hire France</a> will make traveling around so much easier. Avignon is best known for its famous Pont d&#8217;Avignon, its world famous theater festival and its charming regional culture. </p>
<p>Avignon is central enough that you could spend your vacation based here, with day-trips or multi-day-trips in different directions. Avignon is one of the few remaining middle age cities, seat of the popes, and considered to be one of the cultural capitals of Europe. </p>
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		<title>Paris &#8211; Pompidou Center</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Mar 2007 05:27:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Known to Parisians simply as Beaubourg (after the neighborhood), The Centre National d&#8217;Art et de Culture Georges-Pompidou is a museum of modern art rivaling the best in New York or London.
By design, so to speak, the architecture of the 1977 building is in sharp contrast to the traditional surrounding houses of Paris&#8217; oldest district.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Known to Parisians simply as Beaubourg (after the neighborhood), The Centre National d&#8217;Art et de Culture Georges-Pompidou is a museum of modern art rivaling the best in New York or London.</p>
<p>By design, so to speak, the architecture of the 1977 building is in sharp contrast to the traditional surrounding houses of Paris&#8217; oldest district.</p>
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<p>Looking like a cross between a hyper-modern factory joined to a low-rise office building, it accurately reflects its contents. The red, blue and green pipes on the rear are only one example of the tradition busting goals of its makers.</p>
<p>Air conditioning ducts are in blue, water pipes are green and electrical conduits are colored yellow. Escalators are in red and the ventilation shafts are white in the underground areas.</p>
<p>The architects goals were to &#8216;turn the building inside out&#8217;, and they&#8217;ve largely succeeded. A low glass box that looks like the scaffolding is yet to be removed, the modern heir to Bauhaus displays air-conditioning ducts and metal stairs on the exterior.</p>
<p>All the better to provide space for works on the interior, so it&#8217;s said.</p>
<p>Sponsored by and named after the French president, the museum is a faithful reflection of the art trends of the last century. Every recognized name of the last hundred years is here alongside hundreds lesser or entirely unknown. Among the collection of 56,000 works are well-known names such as Matisse, Pollock, Miro, Braque, Chagall, Dali, Duchamp, Picasso, Kandinsky, Magritte, Klee&#8230; even Kelly and Warhol. </p>
<p>The Ten Lizes Warhol is not to be missed. An array of five small paintings atop another five, the work depicts Elizabeth Taylor in the now-familiar Warhol style. Multi-hued, multi-contrast and sharp-grained it presents Warhol at his Warholyist.</p>
<p>All the art movements of the last century are represented. There are examples of Fauvism, Cubism, Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism along with many that have no names.</p>
<p>Built at a cost of $100 million, the cultural center houses four major activities within its million square feet: the exhibits, a reference library, a center for industrial design and a center for music and acoustic research.</p>
<p>Ride the Plexiglas escalator to the top where there is a panoramic restaurant, &#8216;Le Georges&#8217; at level six. One can sit and look out on the street performers at the Place George Pompidou in front, or view the nearby Stravinsky Fountain.</p>
<p>Pricey, but with good views of the skyline, the visitor can see Montparnasse, the Eiffel Tower and much more. Rest and refresh before continuing to view the massive collection.</p>
<p>The museum is easy to find. Take the metro (subway) to Rambuteau or Hotel de Ville.</p>
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