Paris
Dec 29, 2004 | 8:06 pm
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Paris
I have been to Paris a few times, twice actually and this will be my third time. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what else there is to do besides the obvious. I am open to the option of going to another location in France to make things more interesting. Any impute would be greatly appreciated. I was thinking of going to St. Tropez, Monaco or Monte Carlo but the hotels weren't impressive. I was thinking about staying on a yacht for a few days. Has anyone had experiences with Seabourn?
Starting/Ending points: It would be roundtrip out of JFK/EWR.
Price: I would like to keep in at or below $7,500 for three people
Duration: 7 nights 8 days.
Date: August 2005
Starting/Ending points: It would be roundtrip out of JFK/EWR.
Price: I would like to keep in at or below $7,500 for three people
Duration: 7 nights 8 days.
Date: August 2005
Dec 30, 2004 | 3:32 am
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Well first of all, if you have only visited Paris a couple of times, you really haven't visited Paris completely yet. Not by a long shot. There are at least a dozen world-class high-end hotels there and loads of great museums and restaurants.
But if you really want to get out of town, try the Four Seasons in Provence. It would be an entirely different experience than Paris. It will be quite hot in August, but that will be true most anywhere in southern Europe. Book now as August is the high season for the south.
But if you really want to get out of town, try the Four Seasons in Provence. It would be an entirely different experience than Paris. It will be quite hot in August, but that will be true most anywhere in southern Europe. Book now as August is the high season for the south.
Dec 30, 2004 | 8:04 am
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When I go back, I will do some of the things I did before like the Eiffel Tower and a few other notable land marks. Is there really enough to do in a 7 night 8 day stay? I have a comment also, has anyone seen the airfares to Paris lately. They are high, something like $800+ a person. I would guess that they would go down in the coming months.
Dec 30, 2004 | 8:13 am
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Originally Posted by First_Class_Flyer
I have been to Paris a few times, twice actually and this will be my third time.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...62#post3518962
Yes, the George V. is a very expensive hotel. The Ritz is a great property, but it is not as good as some other hotels in the area. The rooms are somewhat small and the price is very high. If your looking for location and history, the Ritz is the hotel for you. I would suggest the Plaza Athenee instead. It is priced form $730 and the rooms are large and the location can't be beat. It is on the right bank, same as the Ritz, but is less obvious and very elegant. From the suites, you will get a full view of the Eiffel Tower. I have been to Paris many times, planning the holiday myself and giving my travel agent all the details to book. Your probably right, American Express might be high. I would come up with a price yourself and then compare. Hope that helps.
Dec 30, 2004 | 8:36 am
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Originally Posted by Fredd
Are you a little confused about the number of times you have been to Paris, considering what you recently posted here?
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...62#post3518962
Yes, the George V. is a very expensive hotel. The Ritz is a great property, but it is not as good as some other hotels in the area. The rooms are somewhat small and the price is very high. If your looking for location and history, the Ritz is the hotel for you. I would suggest the Plaza Athenee instead. It is priced form $730 and the rooms are large and the location can't be beat. It is on the right bank, same as the Ritz, but is less obvious and very elegant. From the suites, you will get a full view of the Eiffel Tower. I have been to Paris many times, planning the holiday myself and giving my travel agent all the details to book. Your probably right, American Express might be high. I would come up with a price yourself and then compare. Hope that helps.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...62#post3518962
Yes, the George V. is a very expensive hotel. The Ritz is a great property, but it is not as good as some other hotels in the area. The rooms are somewhat small and the price is very high. If your looking for location and history, the Ritz is the hotel for you. I would suggest the Plaza Athenee instead. It is priced form $730 and the rooms are large and the location can't be beat. It is on the right bank, same as the Ritz, but is less obvious and very elegant. From the suites, you will get a full view of the Eiffel Tower. I have been to Paris many times, planning the holiday myself and giving my travel agent all the details to book. Your probably right, American Express might be high. I would come up with a price yourself and then compare. Hope that helps.
And your point? Many or a few, what is the difference. Many is 2 or 3. So no, I'm not confused at all about the number of times I've been to Paris. Thanks for you concern though.
Dec 30, 2004 | 8:48 am
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Originally Posted by First_Class_Flyer
And your point? Many or a few, what is the difference. Many is 2 or 3. So no, I'm not confused at all about the number of times I've been to Paris. Thanks for you concern though.
Incidentally, Seabourn is a cruise line, not a yacht. There is a cruising thread on FT and a variety of useful sites on the Internet, e.g. cruisecritic.com.
Dec 30, 2004 | 9:41 am
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Originally Posted by First_Class_Flyer
And your point? Many or a few, what is the difference. Many is 2 or 3. So no, I'm not confused at all about the number of times I've been to Paris. Thanks for you concern though.
Originally Posted by First_Class_Flyer
And your point? Many or a few, what is the difference. Many is 2 or 3. So no, I'm not confused at all about the number of times I've been to Paris. Thanks for you concern though.
2 is a few.
You have been caught lying and quite frankly I'm embarrassed for you.
Good work Fredd
Dec 30, 2004 | 12:50 pm
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Embarrassed for me? Get a life. I have been to Paris twice. A few times or many what does it matter. If you still have a problem, PM me. If you don't want to believe me that's your objective. To get back to the topic at hand, I am looking for something to do for 7 nights and 8 days in the city that is not just the usual. Thanks for telling me about the forum, I already have enough information about Seabourn and don't need anymore. I'm going to Las Ventanas this summer as well as Paris.
Dec 30, 2004 | 1:06 pm
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No one should be treated like this in a forum.
I've been to Paris many times. Does "many" mean 6? 7? 8? Who cares!?
Your point is, what can you do with more time in Paris.
I'm sure there are many fliers out there who have great suggestions.
Hang in there, First Class, the answers will come.
I've been to Paris many times. Does "many" mean 6? 7? 8? Who cares!?
Your point is, what can you do with more time in Paris.
I'm sure there are many fliers out there who have great suggestions.
Hang in there, First Class, the answers will come.
Dec 30, 2004 | 1:10 pm
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Originally Posted by tc fly girl
No one should be treated like this in a forum.
I've been to Paris many times. Does "many" mean 6? 7? 8? Who cares!?
Your point is, what can you do with more time in Paris.
I'm sure there are many fliers out there who have great suggestions.
Hang in there, First Class, the answers will come.
I've been to Paris many times. Does "many" mean 6? 7? 8? Who cares!?
Your point is, what can you do with more time in Paris.
I'm sure there are many fliers out there who have great suggestions.
Hang in there, First Class, the answers will come.
Thanks tc fly girl. I really appreciate you backing me up on this.
Dec 30, 2004 | 2:12 pm
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We recently did the Segway tour of Paris which was really fun! It sounded pretty hokey but our friends who live there recommended it since we had seen all the usual sights on previous trips and wanted something different. I would also recommend Vieux de Viscomtes and Fontainbleu, both half day trips from the city.
Dec 30, 2004 | 3:50 pm
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If you want to experience France other than Paris there are some excellent places to go. I would suggest Lyon for some of the best food around. Kind of like a miniature Paris, very managable. You can also try Avignon, or Annnecy. All are accessable from Paris by train or auto.
I've been to Paris 3 times and the last time in France, wanted to see something different so we went to the cities listed. It was a completely different France. Do a search and you will find suggestions.
I've been to Paris 3 times and the last time in France, wanted to see something different so we went to the cities listed. It was a completely different France. Do a search and you will find suggestions.