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History of Paris/ Ile de France Paris was first founded around 52BC and has had a very turbulent history throughout the centuries. Paris first started as an island in the river Seine and its structure developed through many rulers, not least Napoleon who struggled to capture the city because of its narrow streets which made life difficult for his troops and horse drawn artillery. Napoleon set out to re-build the city, including modern sewage systems, wide boulevards and parks. He entrusted a Baron Haussman to complete the works for him, one of the many legacies of their work is the Parc des Buttes-Chaumant which opened in 1867 and is often compared to New York’s Central Park. The park is a popular retreat from the hectic city centre pace and it offers stunning views from the hilltop “temple”, reached by a suspension bridge.
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| 09/04/2010 ABTOF Conference 2010 Programme |
The definitive programme for the Lille Conference, 23rd-25th April
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| 09/04/2010 ABTOF Conference delegate list |
A regularly updated lisiting on delegates booked for the Lille conference, 23rd-25th April
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| 03/10/2008 Grasse's International Perfume museum reopens its doors |
After a four-year renovation project, Grasse's international perfume museum will reopen its door for business on 18 October.
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| 26/08/2008 Go Grand For a Massif French Ski Holiday |
Overlooked in the past in favour of more popular holiday spots such as Provence and Brittany, the rugged interior of France’s Grand Massif holds much appeal for tourists, whatever time of year you visit.
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| 22/12/2008 Portrayal of France in the travel sections of this weekend's national newspapers |
Ski, ski and more ski. Huge snowfalls in the Alps and Pyrenees mean ski conditions in France are the best for many, many years
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| ASP World Qualifying Series - Rip Curl Pro |
| August (Annual) |
Hossegor
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The Plage de la Graviere in Hossegor, one of the west coast's largest surf destinations, hosts the Rip Curl Pro, part of the ASP World Qualifying Series. The waves here are mostly beach…
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| Les Belles Champenoises d'Epoque - Vintage car fair |
| March |
Reims, Marne
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Every year, vintage car enthousiasts from across France and further afield flock to Reims' Parc des Expositions for its vintage car fair. |
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| Tapis Rouge - The antiques festival |
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Lyon
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| On the first Thursday of October, a huge red carpet is rolled out down the Rue Auguste Comte, the antiques quarter in the heart of Lyon to celebrate the antiques festival. |
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| Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe |
| October (Annual) |
Paris
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| Held at the world-renowned Longchamp racecourse, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe sees equine athletes from around the world competing to take away the €4 million prize fund, making it the world's most richly rewarded turf race. |
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| Festival Guitares du Monde |
| March |
Troyes, Aube
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| This annual music festival, held in St-André-les-Vergers on the outskirts of Troyes, is a showcase for guitarists from around the world. |
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Up to 15% Off Half Term Skiing with Peak Retreats
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Spring Harvest Holidays
Four star holiday park near Vendee beaches. Optional activities for all ages with Christian emphasis
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Alan Rogers Guides & Travel
Pitch reservations & mobile home holidays across France & Spain. Pay at-the-gate prices, with a small, one-off admin fee and we'll organise it all for you. Free Child Places and Special Offers available. Alan Rogers Guides have been the market leading campsite guides since 1968. Also Camping Cheque programme (www.campingcheque.co.uk) for low season touring with savings up to 60%
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Headwater's Provence Coastal Walk
Sun drenched landscapes, traditional villages, swimming in the Med.
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Lagrange Prestige apts in St Lary Soulan, French Pyrenees
Luxury apts with communal pools, whirlpool and spa centre in traditional Pyrenean village of St Lary
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Pierre & Vacances Premium Luxury Ski accommodation
12 comfortable residences in top resorts, large apartments, pools, spas and excellent locations.
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Matthews Holidays
We offer self-catering mobile homes on some of the best campsites by the sea in France. We specialise in having detailed knowledge of all our campsites and local areas, to enable us to give an excellent personal service unmatched by call centres and internet sites.
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