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Sales Agent Product Book Year 2014-2015

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Club Med Resorts

Guilin 4 – China

Bali 4 – Indonesia

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HONG KONG - China

Time difference: +7 in winter, +6h in summer

Public transport: widespread service (bus, subway, tram, ferry, taxi, etc.)

Currency: €1 = 10.5 Hong Kong dollar

Language: Mandarin, Cantonese and English

Climate: subtropical. -Summer (mid May to mid September): rainy season, very warm temperatures (28 °C – 33 °C). -Autumn (mid September to mid December): the best time to visit Hong Kong (20 °C – 26 °C), drier weather. Tourist high season. -Winter (mid December to end February): less humid (around 17 °C but can also drop below 10 °C). -Spring (early March to mid May): unsettled weather, some heat waves (18 °C – 27 °C).

Local cuisine specialties: steamed and fried dim sum dumplings served in bamboo baskets, seafood, egg tart, soup, fondue.

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-Chinese New Year (mid January/mid February): very colourful, festive atmosphere. Fireworks above Victoria Harbour, floats parade, window-dressing, flowers, lion dance, etc. Ends with the "Spring lantern festival"

-Bun festival (May): Taoist in origin. On Cheung Chau island. Eight days of festivities including a children's traditional costume parade and Chinese operas.

-Dragon Boat Festival (Tuen Ng, June): regatta for boats decorated with dragon heads, held to the rhythm of the drums.

-Mid-Autumn Festival (September): a popular family festival. Share moon cakes containing small messages while gazing at the moon under the glow of the lanterns.

-Hong Kong Arts Festival (February-March): an international gathering of artists (music, exhibitions, etc.)

-Hong Kong international Film Festival (end March-early April)

-Wine and gastronomy festival (October-November)

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Discover Hong Kong island, from the business district's skyscrapers to the picturesque old Aberdeen harbour with its floating junks, through Repulse Bay and Deep Water Bay. Then climb to the top of Victoria peak thanks to the funicular to enjoy a fabulous panoramic view. Stroll through Kowloon district, the shopping paradise. You'll be charmed by its atmosphere and its variety of markets: the ladies' market, the night market, the flower market, etc.

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Mandarin Oriental Hotel 5*

The Excelsior 4*

Mongkok District

Kowloon

Mongkok Langham Palace Hotel 5*

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HONG KONG - China

At Kowloon: Yau Ma Tei and Mongkok: north part of Kowloon. These are the city's liveliest, most commercial districts, as interesting for their atmosphere as for the shopping possibilities they offer. A mix of traditional and tourist-oriented markets. Tsim Sha Tsui: the Kowloon promenade provides a very beautiful view of the bay and the skyscrapers of the business district. You will also enjoy "The Symphony of Lights", one of the loveliest urban light and sound shows. Make a note to stop by the Peninsula Hotel for a peek back in time at the former British colonial ambiance.

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North of Hong Kong island: Central: the Hong Kong business district. A true American-style "downtown" with buildings stretching as far as the eye can see. The most iconic one is the Two International Finance Center tower, the highest on the island (414 meters, 88 floors). Hong Kong Park: a 10-ha green haven with ponds, lawns and aviaries. Victoria Peak: an amazing 360-degree view that will give you an idea of the city as a whole. A must-see for panoramic view enthusiasts.

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South of Hong Kong island: Aberdeen: Hong Kong's biggest floating island. Originally a fishing village, it's a gathering of junks and sampans that are home to the locals. Deep Water Bay and Repulse Bay: very popular beaches for the weekend. Stanley: much appreciated for its market and its small seafront. Many cafés and restaurants.

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Location: The hotel is located on Hong Kong’s island, opposite to Victoria harbour and a few minutes away from the animated center. Size: 884 rooms Hotel features: Wellness room, sauna, massages,… Available room categories: Superior rooms Deluxe Rooms with harbour view The hotel has 3 restaurants of which one has a terrace, 2 cafes and a bar. The hotel has a multilingual staff and a souvenir boutique/newsstand. The staff offers an assistance service for touristic visits or the purchase of tickets.

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The Excelsior 4* - Hong Kong

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The Excelsior 4* - Hong Kong

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Location: In Kowloon, in the heart of the Mongkok district. Size: approx. 500 rooms. Hotel features: spa, sauna, gym, swimming pool. Available room categories: Vital Place Essential Place

Langham Place Hotel 5* - Hong Kong

This modern, design hotel enjoys an ideal location in a lively area packed with shops. You can reach the flower market in just a few minutes by foot. Enjoy the superb rooftop swimming pool overlooking the city. The Michelin Guide 2-star Ming Court restaurant offers a sophisticated and innovative take on Cantonese cuisine.

http: //hongkong.langhamplacehotels.com/

Essential Place

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Langham Place Hotel 5* - Hong Kong

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Location: on the island of Hong Kong, in the heart of the Central business and shopping district. Size: approx. 500 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, indoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Superior room Harbour view room

Mandarin Oriental Hotel 5* - Hong Kong

This downtown hotel is the ideal point of departure to visit the island of Hong Kong. The hotel offers a panoramic view of the entire town. Enjoy fine cuisine in an exceptional setting at the Michelin Guide 2-star Le Pierre restaurant.

http: //www.mandarinoriental.fr/hongkong/

Harbour view room

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HONG KONG - China

Mandarin Oriental Hotel 5* - Hong Kong

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Club Med Resorts

BANGKOK - Thailand

Phuket 4 – Thailand

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To be adapted by country if other Resorts

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BANGKOK - Thailand

Time difference: +6h in winter, +5h in summer

Public transport: widespread service (bus, subway, taxi, tuk tuk, etc.)

Currency: €1 = 39.8 bahts

Language: Thai

Climate: tropical humid - May-October: rainy season - November-April: drier weather – the best time to visit

Local cuisine specialties: spicy cuisine – many soups, meat dishes, salads, e.g. Tom Yam, a hot lemongrass shrimp soup; Kaeng Kia, spicy chicken and coconut milk curry.

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Highlights:

-Lion dance festival: a few days after the Chinese New Year, in Chinatown. A very colourful event combining several shows, parades, etc. -Kite festival (March): sports and kite flying competitions in Sanam Luang park. - Songkran (12-15 April): Thai Buddhist New Year. Buddha's statues are bathed and the authorities respectfully sprinkled, and then everyone has fun splashing water on each other. - Loy Krathong (November): an evening during which the Thai people gather around lakes, rivers and canals to pay respects to the goddess of water by releasing on the water little rafts decorated with flowers and candles. - The King's birthday (5 December): fireworks, music festivals and cultural events to honour the King.

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Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Keo, Thailand's most extraordinary temple renowned for its emerald Buddha. Also discover Wat Pho temple and its majestic reclining Buddha. Next take a long tail boat ride along the famous klongs or canals to view the capital from a different perspective. The next day, you could visit the Damnoen Saduak floating market. At Nakhon Pathom, you'll be blown away by the Phra Pathom Chedi, Thailand's tallest stupa. Standing over 120 m high, this is the country's most sacred and revered Buddhist monument.

Hotel locations

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BANGKOK - Thailand

Hilton Millenium Hotel 5*

Khlong San district

Shangri-La Hotel 5*

Thung Mana Mek district

Novotel Siam Square Hotel 4*

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West side: Grand Palace and Wat Phra Keo: located on the river, the palace is surrounded by white crenellated walls. It is made up of several buildings of very different architectural styles and the home of several wonders of Thai art such as the mother-of-pearl royal throne, or the emerald Buddha installed at Wat Phra Keo. Wat Pho and reclining Buddha: the most ancient temple in the Kingdom. It houses the reclining Buddha, a 46-m long statue made of plaster and covered in gold-leaf. National Museum: it has one of the richest collections of Thai sculptures and objets d'art in South-East Asia. Amulet market: dozens of small boutiques offering a multitude of amulets and statuettes. Pak Klong market: the capital's biggest market, where you can find a wide-range choice of the country's goods and flowers. Boat ride on the klongs: to discover another aspect of Bangkok and take a peek at local life, far from the skyscrapers and the traffic. Among the hundreds of wooden houses on stilts on the water lie flowered gardens and modest temples. Chinatown (or Sampeng): the most arresting thing about this district is its atmosphere. It is crammed with shops and stalls, with a multitude of goldsmiths and jewellers alternating with apothecaries selling traditional Chinese medicine. It is also the home of the famous "Thieves' market", formerly a trading ground for stolen goods.

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Cochin

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Centre: The Jim Thompson House: six teak houses in the purest Thai style, elegantly set in a verdant garden bordered by one of the city's last remaining klongs. A legendary character, Jim Thompson was a former CIA agent who settled in Thailand after the Second World War and became famous for rebuilding the Thai silk industry. Siam Square: a shopping and entertainment area combining ultramodern shopping centres, tiny alleys, market stalls and cheap restaurants that is the meeting place for Thailand's young crowd.

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Location: on the Phraya river Size: 800 rooms Hotel features: tennis courts, sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool Available room categories: Deluxe room Deluxe River View room

Shangri-La Hotel 5* - Bangkok

This majestic hotel on the Phraya river is the perfect place for a memorable holiday. After a day spent touring this vibrant city, you'll appreciate spending some time in the gym, the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and the tennis courts. In the evening, you can enjoy specialties from around the world in one of the hotel restaurants.

BANGKOK - Thailand

http: //www.shangri-la.com/bangkok/shangrila/

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Shangri-La Hotel 5* - Bangkok

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Location: on the Phraya river, in the Klengsan district. Size: 550 rooms Hotel features: swimming pool, gym, sauna, jacuzzi. Available room categories: King Hilton Deluxe room King Deluxe Plus room

Millennium Hilton Hotel 5* - Bangkok

The infinity pool offers a fabulous view of Bangkok. The hotel has a gym, an infinity swimming pool and 7 bars and restaurants. A free river boat service provides easy access to the skytrain station and River City shopping centre.

BANGKOK - Thailand

http: //www1.hilton.com/fr/hi/hotel/BKKHITW-Millennium-Hilton-Bangkok-hotel/index.do

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Millennium Hilton Hotel 5* - Bangkok

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Location: in the heart of downtown Bangkok Size: 430 rooms Hotel features: swimming pool, gym, sauna, massage Available room categories: Superior room Superior Corner room

Novotel Siam Square Hotel 4* - Bangkok

This hotel in downtown Bangkok is just a step away from the skytrain and the big shopping malls. After a day spent discovering the city you can relax by the swimming pool. You can also make use of the gym, sauna or massage service. Later, you can enjoy the pleasures of one of the hotel's 3 delectable restaurants.

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Novotel Siam Square Hotel 4* - Bangkok

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SHANGHAI - China

Cochin

Club Med Resorts

Guilin 4 – China

Bali 4 – Indonesia

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SHANGHAI - China

Time difference: + 7h in winter, + 6h in summer

Public transport: the city is very well-served ( bus, metro, tram, ferry, taxi)

Currency : 1€ = 8,6 CNY

Language: Chinese mandarin

Climate : Subtropical The climate of Shanghai is humid subtropical and it is punctuated by four distinct seasons. The winter is cold with temperatures falling below zero degree sometimes. It doesn’t snow often. The summer is usually humid and hot. The annual rainfall is up to 1200mm. The most wet period is June to September. From late August to early September, typhoons and torrential rain in the city happen frequently, without causing significant damage in general. If you go to Shanghai at this period of the year, do not forget to bring an umbrella or a raincoat. Temperatures are rarely extreme. In June, the hottest month of the year, the temperature is 32 ° C on average; In January, the coldest month of the year, the lowest temperature is 1° C. Local cuisine specialties: Fish, crab, eel and chicken marinated in alcohol, sugar, soy sauce, seafood, hairy crab, clogged steam ...

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Highlights

-Lantern Festival: 15 days after New Year.

-Dragon Boat Festival: Date changes every year

-Mid-Autumn Day: Date changes every year

-Qingming Festival: April 4

-New year’s Day: Januray 1

- Spring Festival: January 31 2014

- Chinese Youth Day: May 4

- Children’s day: June 1

-Anniversary of the foundation of the Communist Party of China : July 1 -National day: October 1

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Kowloon

Hotel locations

Highlights

Start with a walk along the Bund, the boulevard along the facades of the 30’s facing the futurist Pudong. Then continue by boat on the Huangpu River, which crosses the city from south to north. Then do not miss Nanjing Road---local Champs Elysées, and People's Square, artistic and cultural heart of Shanghai. The former French concession is worth the visit for its charming streets and explore its trendy neighborhoods. Finally, Yu Garden, from the fifteenth century is inevitable, it is one of the most beautiful gardens in China.

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Grand Central Hotel

5* The Bund Hotel 3*

Fairmont Peace Hotel

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Center of Shanghai : area of The Bund The Bund: Boulevard running along the left bank of the Huangpu River, the most beautiful facades of Shanghai Roaring Twenties still stand here today. In front of them, you can enjoy the breathtaking Pudong towers, it will be an impressive day and night! Boat trips on Huangpu river : The boat crosses barges, freighters, ... Looking out from the boat, the whole city’s genius and beauty is summarized. Nanjing Road : This is the most flourishing commercial street of Shanghai, it has regained its former splendor and commercial dynamism, thanks to the genius of a French architect who has made it an axis of first importance. People Square : When there were foreign concessions, it was a racecourse where Europeans came to bet. Nowadays , it is the artistic and cultural center of the city. The Museum of Shanghai, the theatre and the city hall are in this area.

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The new city Pudong The city : It is the Manhattan of Shanghai. In less than 10 years, facing the old buildings of the Bund, a new city grew out of the ground. The futurist skycrapers, magnificent towers made of glass and steel, the masterpieces of audacious modernity, were built in an incredible speed. Shanghai World Financial Center : 492m tal and with 101 floors. This tower is different from the others by its distinctive architecture which looks like a kind of immense bottle-opener. We can walk above the air on the upper level of the opener, more than 474 m above the ground, which makes it the highest observatory in the world. Shanghai science and technology museum : Magnificent contemporary architecture, high technology and industrial ambitions of China, it offers many exhibitions for children and adults.

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Huaihai Road : 6 kms long, it is the grand boulevard of Shanghai. Opened in 1901, the time of the French concession, it may be considered now as the most luxurious commercial window of the city. Xintiandi : Hip and trendy district of the Concession area. Tianzifang : With the installation of the workshops of famous Chinese painters, the area began to reinvent itself. Today, many art galleries, boutiques, cafes and restaurants pop up at every corner of the streets. Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Center: This is an important private collection with some 4000 posters produced from 1949 to 1979 forming an exceptional artistic and historical evidence of the time.

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Yu Garden : In the heart of the old Chinese city, it is said to be a classical Chinese garden, which spreads over 2 acres and surrounded by walls, it is one of the three most beautiful gardens in China. It represents the world in miniature and fosters meditation and quiet contemplation. Fangbang Zhonglu Road : This is one of the preserved islets of the old area. It’s a traditional Chinese street with low houses and curved roofs covered by tiles, white walls and red beams, starting with a door to ancient China.

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Location : At the center of Shanghai, just beside the commercial area of Nanjing Road. Size: 353 rooms and suites Hotel features: fitting room, swimming pool, table tennis, massages, sauna… Available room categories: Deluxe room

Modern hotel, which has 16 floors and near to the Bund. The hotel provides 3 restaurants and a café. The hotel has a swimming pool which is open all day long.

SHANGHAI - China

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Shanghai Grand Central Hotel 5*

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Shanghai Grand Central Hotel 5*

Location: The Fairmont Peace Hotel, a ' luxurious Art-Deco masterpiece’, brilliantly reinvented for the 21st century where old fashioned glamour sparkles with a new luster. Situated on the famous Bund promenade and unrivaled shopping on Nanjing Road, it is the perfect place to explore Shanghai’s spectacular scenery and vibrant lifestyle. Size: 253 rooms and suites Hotel features: Fitting room, spa, delicatessen,… Available room categories: Fairmont room The hotel provides 6 different restaurants and a Jazz bar. A private open-roof swimming pool is available. Each room and suite has been luxuriously decorated with opulent furniture and modern amenities, offering a refined and relaxing experience to its customers

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Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai 5*

SHANGHAI - China

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Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai 5*

SHANGHAI - China

Location : Located a few minutes away from the shopping district of Nanjing Road Size: 252 rooms Hotel features: Wellness center, whirlpool, steam bath,… Available room categories: Superior room The hotel provides 3 restaurants, a café and a lounge bar. It offers a sauna, an arcade game room and multilingual staff. The rooms are air conditioned and have a safe box and free newspapers.

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The Bund Hotel 3*

SHANGHAI - China

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The Bund Hotel 3*

SHANGHAI - China

SINGAPORE

Club Med Resorts

Bintan Island 4 – Indonesia

Bali 4 – Indonesia

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SINGAPORE

Time difference: + 7h in winter and +6 h in summer compared with Paris

Public transport: Bus, métro, taxis, and city tours…

Currency: 1€ = 1,67 $ Singapore Dollar

Language : English , Malay, Chinese, Tamil

Climate : The climate in Singapore is a hot and humid. Overall, the year is divided into two seasons: the wet season from November to February and the rest of the time is dry season. Humidity is very heavy (close to 100%)

Local cuisine specialties: You can find food from all over the world in Singapore, including the specialties of South East Asia. The national dish is "chicken rice", which is best in Chinatown. Singapore is also known for its chili crab and laksa (curry soup in coconut milk with shrimp, shells and fish)

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Highlights

- National day: August 9th

- Chinese New Year: Date changes every year according to the lunar calendar.

- Eid al-Adha Muslim: Date changes every year according to the lunar calendar.

- Labor day: may 1st - Vesak Day, the anniversary of Buddha in May

- The Hindu festival Deepavali: October / November - Christmas: December 25th - Great food and large market of Singapore festival in July

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- Discover the districts of Singapore: Chinatown, Little India and Arab neighborhood. - The Mandai Orchid Garden lets you discover more than 200 varieties of orchids and a variety of exotic birds. - The Botanic Garden of Singapore: an oasis with more than 2000 species of trees and a beautiful orchid greenhouse. - The magic of a night safari experience. A 45 minute tram ride will let you cross the road of lions, mountain lions or giraffes: it will be a unique experience.

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Chinatown is one of the most colorful neighborhoods of Singapore. Aficionados of shopping will be pleased here, mostly in Trengganu Street where the shophouses line with their traditional architecture. Between two shops, there are restaurants for you to have a rest and restore your energy. Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya : One of the most prominent and widely visited Buddhist temples in Singapore, The Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple is often referred to as the Temple of 1,000 Lights. Founded in 1927 by a Thai monk called Vutthisara, you’ll notice the strong Thai influences in the architecture and décor. Walk into the temple and you’ll immediately notice the majestic 15-metre high statue of Buddha, surrounded by a seemingly endless chain of lights.

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The zoo of Singapore : Since 1973, Singapore Zoo has been known for having among the most beautiful wildlife park setting in the world, where animals roam freely in open and natural habitats. The 26-hectare wildlife park is nestled in the lush Mandai rainforest that stretches into the magnificent Upper Seletar Reservoir. More than 2,800 animals representing over 300 species of mammals, birds and reptiles call Singapore Zoo home. The Sri Mariamman temple: It is the oldest Hindu temple in the city, the Sri Mariamman temple is adorned with countless and colorful statues of deities. It’s a “must see” of Singapore Chinatown. Colonial District : Your steps will inevitably lead you here: beautiful architecture, colonial and modern, green parks, beautiful walk along the Singapore River. In the Colonial District, when the night comes, animation reaches Clarke Quay and offers beautiful views of the CBD.

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Location : Close to the famous Orchard Road in Singapore which is surrounded by shops, cafes, restaurants. Size: 546 rooms Hotel features: Traders Hotel has an outdoor swimming poor, a health center and a spa. Available room categories: Superior Room Deluxe Room The superior rooms of Traders Hotel provide a contemporary design and all the necessary facilities to make your stay comfortable. There are personal assistants who are in charge of the mail delivery and currency exchange for you. The hotel offers a multilingual staff, three restaurants, two bars and a laundry room

Traders Hotel 4*

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Location: Marina Mandarin is located in the heart of the city of Singapore near Marina Bay and the financial district Size: 575 rooms Hotel features: Jacuzzi, spa and outdoor swimming pool Available room categories Deluxe Room The Deluxe rooms are decorated in a contemporary atmosphere and are fully equipped Guests can relax in the St. Gregory Spa and enjoy facial and body massages The hotel has a restaurant, cafe and lounge bar

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Marina Mandarin 5*

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Location : The hotel is located near the Marina Bay area and the Raffles City Shopping Centre Size: 403 rooms Hotel features: Wellness center, gym and a swimming pool Available room categories Deluxe Room Deluxe rooms of the Intercontinental offer an oriental design with British colonial influences and all the facilities to make your stay comfortable The staff can offer concierge services and Internet It has a magnificent view of the roof garden

Intercontinental 5*

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Intercontinental 5*

ISTANBUL - Turkey Club Med Resorts

Belek 4 and Villas of Belek by Club Med - Turkey

Palmiye 4 - Turkey

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Kemer 3 - Turkey

Bodrum Palmiye 4 - Turkey

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ISTANBUL - Turkey

Time difference : + 1 h in winter as well as in summer compared with France

Public Transport: Wide range of transport: bus, taxi, tramway, funicular, underground,…

Currency : 1€ = 2,5 TKY

Language : Turkish

Climate : Isanbul has four seasons. Mild in spring and autumn, the winter is cold but snow is rare. The average annual rainfall is 72 cm and it mainly occurs in December and January. The best time to visit Istanbul is spring, early summer and autumn. Winter is usually cold and rainy, snow shower may happen sometimes. The travel season begins in April, with spring. This is one of the busiest months in Istanbul.

Local cuisine specialties: Turkish cuisine recollects the pleasant flavours of the Mediterranea which include Greek and Lebanese dishes: roasted meats, vegetables, chickpeas, raisins, sweets (Turkish delight), olive oil…

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Highlights

- International Independent Film Festival: First fortnight of February

- Celebration of National Sovereignty and of Children: April 23 - International Festival of Istanbul late June to mid-July - International Jazz Festival: July - Victory Day: August 30 - Ramadan ends with the festival of sugar: Date changes every year according to the lunar calendar - Republic Day: October 20 - Day Mevlevi (Whirling Dervishes) in convents of Istanbul and other cities: December 17

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Ciragan Kempinski

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Discover the sumptuous Topkapi Palace, residence of the Ottoman dominator between 1465 and 1830, with his treasure, his harem and stunning buildings. Continue with the landmark of history of the city: the Hagia Sophia, and with the most beautiful mosque in Istanbul: the Blue Mosque with its six minarets. During a leisurely cruise on the Bosphorus, you will discover the fabulous palaces along the banks before you join the crowd and get lost in the neighbourhood of the Grand Bazaar and its 4000 shops

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Sultanahmet and its surroundings: the old town The Hagia Sophia: This symbol of the Byzantine Empire was triumphant, during ten centuries, it is the largest religious monument of Christianity. The building was completed in record time for raising its dome in the sky, 55 meters above the ground, based on some pillars. The Blue Mosque: The mosque is famous for its six minarets, which only decorate the most sacred mosques. The mosque is also known for its 21000 Iznik tiles with the blue lining which decorate the inner wall, and make it one of muslim art’s jewels.. Topkapi Palace : Topkapi was for four centuries, from 1456 to 1839, the main residence of the sultans. During these four centuries, each sovereign has made embellishments in this huge palace, building kiosks gazebo on the Bosphorus and the Marmara Sea, creating a library, a mosque or a steam …

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Sultanahmet and its surroundings: the old town The Grand Bazaar : it has no less than 4000 stalls, with its 200,000 m2, it is the largest market hall in the world. Like all the bazaars, it is organized by districts with each a specific type of crafts: jewelry, carpets, textiles, mosaics, silverware,… Egyptian Bazaar : The Spice Bazaar dates from the early eighteenth century. The bazaar at its inception, in 1600, was a drugstore where the Genoese and the Venetians came to sell their spices, medicinal plants and their perfumes Kariye Camii: Built on a hill, surrounded by some renovated old houses, the old church of St. Saviour in Chora was transformed into a mosque. Today it is a really wonderful museum which can’t be missed during a visit of Istanbul.

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Hill Beyoglu: the heart of the modern city The Block of Taksim : This important public square separates the ancient neighbourhoods of Pera and the most recent area located in the north . It is bordered in the east by the Opera and the Atatürk Cultural Center, in the south by the Holy Trinity Greek Church and Istiklal Avenue and in the west by the Taxim (Taksim) and the Armenian Church of St. John Chrysostom. The pedestrian streets of Taksim are a quiet place, just a few steps from the famous Street Istiklal and the vibrant city center. Balik Pazari : the most friendly street of Pera, full of resturants which offer fish.

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The banks of Bosphorus Dolmabahce Saray : ”Dolmabahçe" was originally a bay on the Bosphorus which was filled gradually from the seventeenth century to become the most appreciated garden by the Ottoman sultans. Several summer residences were built here throughout time and the Dolmabahce Palace itself was built between 1853 and 1856. It is the largest palace of the Bosphorus, we can see 285 bedrooms, 46 living rooms, 6 Turkish baths and 68 toilets with the usable area of 45,000 m2 Cruise along the Bosphorus: navigating along the meandering strait, 32 km long and varying from 660 m to 3300 m of width, separating Europe from Asia and contemplate the palaces situated on its banks Ortakoy Mosque : The Ortaköy Mosque literally means” village in the middle ", referring to the small piece of land that is in the waters of the Bosphorus. It is located on the European side of the strait that separates Europe from Asia

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Location : In the heart of the historic city Size: 256 rooms Hotel features: indoor swimming pool, sauna, massage and spa * Availabkle room categories: Standard Room Corner Room.

Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City 5 * - Istanbul

The hotel is located close to historic monuments: Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar etc. You can enjoy shopping centers which are close to the hotel. A restaurant, a bar and a cafe are available. *

http://www.crowneplazaistanbul.com

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Crowne Plaza Istanbul Old City 5 * - Istanbul

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Location : On the European side of the Bosphorus Size: around 300 rooms Hotel features: Fitness center, steam room *, jacuzzi, massage *, outdoor pool, indoor pool, hair salon * and sauna * Available room categories Park View room Superior Bosphorus View room

Ciragan Kempinski 5 * - Istanbul

After a few minutes walk you will be at the wonderful Dolmabahçe Palace.. The hotel offers many services: babysitting * and * care, currency exchange, complimentary newspaper ...* The hotel offers 3 restaurants, 2 bars and a smokehouse.

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Ciragan Kempinski 5 * - Istanbul

Location : Besides the Square Taksim, at the center of Istanbul Size: 376 rooms. Hotel features: outdoor swimming pool,gym, spa , whirlpool and sauna * Available room categories: Deluxe City View room Deluxe Sea View room

The Marmara Taksim 5* - Istanbul

The hotel is at the heart of business, shopping, theaters and the main activities of the city. The hotel is located in front of the Taksim Metro Station. The new Marmara Taksim Gym is fully equipped and offers modern facilities, overlooking the city in it.

http://www.themarmarahotels.com

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Club Med Resorts

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates

La Pointe aux Canonniers 4 – Mauritius

Club Med La Plantation d’Albion 5 , Les Villas d’Albion – Mauritius

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Time difference: +3h in winter, +2h in summer

Public transport: taxi, subway and bus

Currency: €1 = 4.97 United Arab Emirates dirhams

Language: Arabic, English

Climate: subtropical. -October to April: the best time to visit Dubai, perfect months to enjoy the beach and excursions. -Very hot and humid in the summer. In July and August, the heat is unbearable, peaking near 50 °C

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-Dubai Shopping Festival (15 January/15 February): A major event attracting several million visitors every year. There are sales everywhere, in both shopping centres and souks. -Tennis Open (February) -Dubai World Cup horse race (March): for the world's best thoroughbreds. -Dubai Desert Classic golf open (March) -Dubai international Jazz Festival (March) -Dubai Summer Surprises (June-August): festivities for families and children. -Dubai International Film Festival (December)

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Dubai is a city poised between its history as a rich Arab trading post and its 21st century modernity. Discover the Emirate's economic, social and cultural history in the Dubai museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. Stroll around enjoying the fragrances of the spice market, then browse through the Gold Souk and the textile market. Go on to admire the sunset from the 124th floor of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower and end the day with a little shopping in Dubai Mall.

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Sofitel Hotel 5*

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Bur Dubai (the historic west side of the city) Bastakiya: an intimate, picturesque neighbourhood with narrow winding streets full of bazaars and lined with old houses built of white coral. Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai museum): the fort bears witness to the Emirate's past economic, social and cultural history, having previously served as garrison, prison and residence to the Emirate's rulers. A window into the Bedouin lifestyle of the 20th century. Grande Mosque: surmounted by 54 domes and decorated with stained glass panels, this majestic house of prayer has a 70m minaret, the tallest in the city. Warning: the mosque is closed to non-Muslims. Dubai Souk: made up of small bazaars whose stalls are packed with clothing, miscellaneous household items and kitsch souvenirs. It is admittedly full of tourists but is also much patronized by the local Indian population. Burjuman Centre: this is one of Dubai's biggest and most chic shopping malls, boasting 190 stores and cafés including many haute couture label boutiques and games areas. Be sure to take time to watch the amazing shooting water jets of the decorative fountains. Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House: a beautiful example of traditional architecture, now a museum housing a collection of old photographs.

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Deira (the nerve centre of Dubai) Al Ras: this district in the north has the city's largest souk area. Old souk and spice souk Deira market: it's the city's liveliest fish market, the place to discover the varieties of fish and seafood to be found in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Gold Souk: well worth the trip, stalls crammed with gold as far as the eye can see. Heritage House: a traditional house miraculously preserved in the midst of Deira's high-rise buildings. Built in 1890, it was added to over time and finally became a museum in 2000.

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Khor Dubai The Creek: this seawater creek is a symbolic and historical link between Deira and Bur Dubai. The boats of all shapes and colours are very appealing. Promenade along the banks: Al Seef Road or Bani Yas Road.

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Location: facing Dubai fountain, 5 min by foot from Dubai Mall Size: 160 rooms Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool Available room categories: Deluxe Room Classic Room

Armani Hotel 5*– Dubai

This hotel was designed by renowned couturier Giorgio Armani. It covers 11 floors of Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa tower Extremely elegant and understated A few minutes from Dubai Mall, the ideal location to discover one of the meccas of shopping

http: //dubai.armanihotels.com/

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Armani Hotel 5*– Dubai

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Location: close to the marina and the beach Size: 440 rooms Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, beauty salon offering massage and Carita products, outdoor swimming pool Available room categories: Superior Room Luxury Room

Sofitel Hotel 5*- Dubai

Close to the beach, this hotel enjoys a panoramic view of the Persian Gulf. It is located on The Walk, the famous Jumeirah Beach promenade. You will love the sunken bar in the infinity pool.

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Sofitel Hotel 5*- Dubai

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Location: in the Bur Dubai district. Size: 250 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Standard Room Deluxe Room

Majestic Tower Hotel 4*- Dubai

You have a choice between 7 restaurants and bars (Greek cuisine, international cuisine, etc.). Close to the international airport and the world-class shopping centres.

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La Pointe aux Canonniers 4 – Mauritius

La Plantation d’Albion Club Med 5 , Les Villas d’Albion – Mauritius

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Time difference: +3h in winter, +2h in summer

Public transport: taxi and bus

Currency: €1 = 4.97 United Arab Emirates dirhams

Language: Arabic, English

Climate: subtropical. -October to April: the best time to visit, perfect months for the beach esand excursions. -Very hot and humid in the summer. In July and August, the heat is unbearable, peaking near 50 °C.

Local cuisine specialties: some Lebanese dishes (mezze with humus, tabbouleh, etc.), matchbou and hareis (lamb specialties), seafood and fish.

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Highlights:

- Abu Dhabi golf championship (January) - Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (March): the book fair gathers 500 exhibitors every year - Middle East International Film Festival (October)

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Visit the Sheikh Zayed grand mosque, a sumptuous white marble building topped by 80 domes and supported by 1000 columns inlaid with precious stones. Continue on to the Ferrari World theme park devoted to the iconic car brand. Finish off the day with a round of golf in the sunset, on one of the magnificent courses created on the desert, along the coast.

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Emirates Palace Hotel 5*

Radisson Blu Hotel 4*

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Downtown Bedouin Village: a replica of a Bedouin camp before the oil age, it has a traditional mosque and a mud brick house. Tourists will enjoy falconry demonstrations and camel rides Emirates Heritage Village: created in 2000 with government funds, this living museum is devoted to the Bedouin culture and the traditions of pearl divers and traders Petroleum Exhibition: old photographs, aerial views and a video presentation in French illustrate Abu Dhabi's rapid development from an oasis village to a modern and cosmopolitan city Sheikh Zayed Grande Mosque: a genuine architectural work of art. One of the world's largest mosques, decorated with 80 domes and 1000 columns set with precious stones In the vicinity Ferrari World Abu Dhabi: the first themed park of its kind, where you can discover the history of this iconic brand while having fun. Excitement guaranteed! Yas island: home to the Yas Marina Formula 1 circuit hosting the Etihad Airways Formula 1 Grand Prix every year. Race driving day packages for beginners. The Yas Marina and the Yacht Club are the meeting point for luxury yachts from all over the world

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Location: near the Embassies district, 5 minutes from the Marina Mall. Size: 400 rooms. Hotel features: tennis court, sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, massage, Jacuzzi, outdoor swimming pool, children's playground, windsurfing, scuba. Available room categories: Coral Room Pearl Room

Emirates Palace Hotel 5* - Abu Dhabi

This hotel is like a palace out of the Arabian Nights. It enjoys an ideal location, just a step away from the Embassies district, the Marina Mall and the great leisure centres. Set on a 1.3 km long beach.

http: //www.kempinski.com/fr/abudhabi/emirates-palace/welcome/

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Grand Millennium Al Wahda Hotel 5* Abu Dhabi

Location: downtown, adjacent to the Wahda Mall. Size: 850 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Deluxe Room Premium Deluxe Room

The hotel stands in the heart of Abu Dhabi. Its location allows you to enjoy the Al Wahda shopping centre The rooftop swimming pool is perfect for relaxing after shopping The hotel has several restaurants (international, Italian, oriental cuisine)

http: //www.millenniumhotels.ae/grandmillenniumalwahda/

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Radisson Blu Yas Island Hotel 4* Abu Dhabi

Location: close to the Arabian Gulf, on Yas Island. Size: 400 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Standard Room

This hotel on Yas island offers a wide choice of activities: gym, spa, swimming pool, etc., while the playground will delight your children. It is close to the airport and just by the automobile racetrack.

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Club Med Resorts

NEW YORK - USA

Cancun Yucatan 4 , with 5 space – Mexico

Ixtapa Pacific 4 – Mexico

Turquoise 3 – Turks & Caicos

Sandpiper Bay 4 – USA Miami

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Time difference: -6h (-5 in mid March and end October)

Public transport: widespread service (bus, subway, ferry, taxi, etc.)

Currency: €1 = 1.35 US dollars

Language: English

Climate: continental. - Autumn and spring are the best seasons to visit New York (i.e. mid March to mid May, and mid October to end November) - Very warm summers, very cold winters.

Local cuisine specialties: hot dog, bagel, pizza, egg cream, New York cheesecake.

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Highlights:

- Chinese New Year (January): parades, fireworks and dragons in Chinatown - Saint Patrick’s Day (17 March): it's party time for the Irish New York. Throngs of beer lovers come out to watch the kilts and pipers and colourful floats parade down Fifth Avenue - Fleet Week (end May): a gathering of seamen from some fifteen countries. On the occasion, some ships are open to the public - Independence Day (4 July): commemorated with fireworks and fanfares. - Fringe Festival (mid August): a theatre festival presenting shows of all kinds from companies from around the world - Marathon (end October-early November) - Thanksgiving (end November): Grand parade from Central Park to Macy’s, the famous department store. Truly spectacular and colourful: floats, fanfares, dragons, etc - New Year's Eve: the wildest party is at Times Square, where the crowd awaits the annual Waterford crystal ball drop

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Enjoy the atmosphere of Manhattan's famous Times Square, its theatres, its screens and billboards of all colours

Continue the exhilarating experience visiting the West Village with its charming brownstones standing on peaceful, tree-lined streets

Go on to discover Wall Street, the stronghold of international finance, and then Soho, the place to go for art and creative shopping, taking detours to explore the celebrated Little Italy and China Town

Brooklyn's cosmopolitan atmosphere and the fabulous views it provides of Manhattan are sure to appeal to you

And you simply cannot leave without taking time to visit the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art), one of the world's most beautiful museums, or the MOMA (Museum of Modern Art), a jewel of contemporary art

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Sheraton Times Square 4*

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Downtown Manhattan This area covers Wall Street, the 9/11 memorial and the statue of Liberty. Very busy in the daytime and quieter in the evening. North of this area is Tribeca, a very lively neighbourhood with beautiful shops, restaurants and bars. Chinatown One of Manhattan's busiest neighbourhoods. It's like an immense market with innumerable street vendors and small restaurants offering all kinds of culinary specialities (soup dumplings, snails, frogs, etc.). Do not miss it! Lower East Side A mix of the new and the old that has attracted a good number of inexpensive restaurants. People of very different styles rub shoulders in this neighbourhood, which is much appreciated for its lively nightlife.

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Soho Formerly an industrial neighbourhood, Soho was then colonised by artists who made it one of New York's hippest places. Today shockingly expensive lofts and luxury boutiques nestle among the colourful façades and iron fire escapes Greenwich Village New York's romantic neighbourhood. Take a stroll through its maze of charming streets and succumb to the charm of its unusual stores, small restaurants and flower-filled gardens Midtown Midtown East: located between Central Park and the Empire State Building. Do a little shopping on Fifth Avenue before going on to visit the super famous Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center Midtown West: like a postcard. From Times Square to Broadway, this is one of New York's iconic areas with its neon lights and giant billboards

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Central Park A magnificent 340-ha park filled with trees and flowers in the very heart of town. Its wide lawns and majestic lakes are an invitation to take a break far from the city's madding crowd Harlem This predominantly African-American neighbourhood is the place to be if you want to listen to jazz music in an atmosphere both genuine and hip Brooklyn A crowded borough shared by many ethnic communities. An immense group of neighbourhoods, of streets lined with skyscrapers. Brooklyn Heights provides a fabulous view of the skyline

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Location: In the heart of New York, near Central Park and a few minutes away by walk from Carnegie Hall, the Ed Sullivan Theatre and the Museum of Modern Art Size: 726 rooms. Hotel features: rooftop swimming pool, wellness center and sauna Available room categories: Standard rooms Tower Parkview rooms

Parker Meridien 4* New York

The staff offers an assistance service for touristic visits or the purchase of tickets The hotel has two restaurants and a room-service

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Location: Located next to Times Square, one of the most animated places in the world, and the Broadway theatres, presenting shows and musicals. Size: About 1500 rooms Hotel features: Wellness center, massages, … Available room categories: Traditional rooms

Sheraton Times Square 4*– New York

The staff can help you purchase tickets for the shows and events of the big theatres. The modern rooms, renovated in 2012, have all the comfort needed. The hotel has two restaurants and a bar.

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Sheraton Times Square 4*– New York

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Location: Near Wall Street, in the South of Manhattan, in front of Brooklyn Heights, accessible by foot by the famous Brooklyn Bridge Size: 72 rooms Hotel features: Wellness center, meeting rooms for small groups etc. Available room categories: Standard rooms

Possible to make local phone calls for free Warm buffet breakfast with a large choice Fitness Center open all-day long

Best Western Seaport Inn 3*–New York

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MIAMI - USA

Cancun Yucatan 4 , with 5 space – Mexico

Ixtapa Pacific 4 – Mexico

Turquoise 3 – Turks & Caicos

Sandpiper Bay 4 – USA Miami

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Time difference: -6h (-5 in mid March and end October)

Public transport: widespread service (bus, subway, ferry, taxi, etc.)

Currency: €1 = 1.35 US dollars

Language: English

Climate: tropical. - Summer warm and humid => rainy season from May to October, coinciding with the hurricane season. - Winter mild and dry.

Local cuisine specialties: a mix of Caribbean, Latin American and European flavours. Lots of tropical fruit, seafood, etc. Specials: stone crab with mustard sauce and Key Lime Pie for dessert.

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Highlights:

- Martin Luther King Jr Festival (15 January): commemorates the pastor's birthday. - Miami carnival (early March) - Miami Film Festival (March): gathers directors and film-lovers from around the world. - Goombay Festival (early June): this festival held in the streets of Coconut Grove celebrates Bahamian culture with music, dancing and parades. - Independence Day (4 July ): commemorated with fireworks and fanfares. - Miami Book Fair (November): an international event.

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Spend some time in South Beach, enjoying the long beaches of fine white sand before moving on to visit the renowned Art Deco district. Soak up the Latino culture in the Cuban bars. Drive a few hours to visit the Everglades national park and get a glimpse of rare species. Follow Hemingway's footsteps down to the Florida Keys and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

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South Beach This young and hip area is the perfect place to party. It's famous for its art deco architecture and its fabulous beaches. Little Havana This authentic Cuban neighbourhood is located in the heart of the town and is well worth the trip. The atmosphere, the sounds and the smells so typical of Cuba will immediately charm you. Coconut Grove This is a chic, relaxed neighbourhood with a warm atmosphere. It is sprinkled with marinas, allowing those living on the water to dock their boats by their homes.

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Key Biscayne This island lies between the Atlantic and Biscayne bay and looks like a little bit of paradise just 15 minutes' drive from Miami. It has very many activities on offer, something to suit every taste The Everglades Try a bit of adventure in this national park where you can get up close and personal with some unusual species. Small islands, swamps and mangroves fill this natural reserve very richly endowed with fauna and flora

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Location: facing the ocean, on Miami Beach Size: 110 rooms Hotel features: outdoor swimming pool Available room categories: Petite Queen Room Pool View Room

This colourful hotel is set on the Atlantic coast Miami Beach and the well-known Lincoln Road mall are very close to the hotel

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Red South Beach Hotel 4*-Miami

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Location: a short step away from the ocean and South Beach Size: 80 rooms Hotel features: outdoor swimming pool, spa and gym Available room categories: South Beach Suite

This hotel is located in a quiet area just a step away from the excitement of South Beach It boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and a gym for your use The Front Porch restaurant welcomes you in the hotel lobby. It serves a local, seasonal cuisine every day as well as offering a full bar menu

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Z Ocean South Beach Hotel 4*-Miami

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Location: At Miami Beach, along Ocean Drive Size: 75 rooms and suites Hotel features: swimming pool, gym, daily newspapers Available room categories: Traditional room One Bedroom Pool Suite

The Savoy Hotel 3* Miami

Idealy located: facing the ocean and two minutes away from Ocean Drive and its animation. All the rooms are equiped with wifi, mini-bar, microwave,… New bar created in front of the ocean to admire the view.

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Language: French, English

Climate: Maritime and temperate climate with cool winters and warm summers.

-Winter (8°C). Rains et windy; snow is not common in Paris, although it will fall a few times a year.

-Summers (28°C) warm and pleasant during the mid-summer months. Spring and fall are normally cool and wet. With the weather being so pleasant in the summer, it's a great time to visit.

Local cuisine specialties: In France you will find a large menu selections, and other delicacies. Meat specialties include Cordon Bleu (chicken), Blanquette de veau (veal ) and Maigret de canard (duck) , as well as French favourite courses such as: Croque-monsieur and Crepes-Suzettes .

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- Chinese New Year parade in January

- Fête de la musique ( free music ) in June

- July 14th Bastille Day

- Paris beaches in summer

- Techno Parade in September

- Journée du Patrimoine ( free museums ) in September

- Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival in October

- FIAC ( International Contemporary Art Fair ) in October

- White nights ( all-night open art and culture museums) in October

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The Opéra Garnier is one of the highlights of the cultural history of France, an imposing building with its gilding where music and ballet come together and merge into a single architecture. The Champs-Elysées, one of Paris's most important avenues built according to Louis XIV, is an extension of the Palais des Tuileries and heads to Place de la Concorde. You will find chic restaurants and shops dedicated to the french elegance; it is even considered by many as one of the most beautiful avenues in the world. The cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, the most touristic religious building in France is located since 1163, in the heart of the Ile de la Cité, the historical center of the capital. Built by Gustave Eiffel, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most visited monuments in the world, it measures 325 meters with stunning views over the city.

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Located in the heart of the 9th district of Paris, at the end of the Avenue of the Opera, the Opera house is one of the highlights of the cultural history of France. Also known as Palais Garnier, it owes its name to the architect Charles Garnier

Montmartre is a neighborhood in the 18th district. This hill (130 meters high) overlooks Paris. The cable railway reachs the top to discover the Place du Tertre, the Windmill of the Galette, Dali Museum, the famous vineyards and the Church of Sacré-Coeur

Pigalle is the name of the area near Montmartre, located around Place Pigalle. The place owes its name to the sculptor Jean-Baptiste Pigalle. It is renowned for being an all-nighters tourist sight: Nightclubs, the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret and multicolored neon signs do not fade the art deco architecture and memories of a decadent bourgeoisie of the early twentieth century

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At the heart of Paris 8th district, in the middle of Place de l'Étoile stands the Arc de Triomphe, right at the end of the Champs-Elysées. Erected at the initiative of Napoleon 1st to honor the victory of the Austerlitz battle in 1806. Famous for being one of the great French military symbols, it houses the tomb of the unknown soldier and the eternal flame.

The Champs-Elysées avenue is one of the most important artery in Paris. Built by the wish of Louis XIV, it is an extension of the Palais des Tuileries in Place de la Concorde. A high place of elegance. chic restaurants and shops dedicated to a good taste. All along the avenue, admired Le Petit and Grand Palais. Today, this promenade is one of the major tourist places of Paris and considered one of the most beautiful avenue in the world.

The Louvre Museum is one of the largest museum in the world. Located in the heart of the city, between the “Rive Droite” of the Seine and the rue de Rivoli, the building was a former royal palace for many kings and queens. The equestrian statue of Louis XIV constitutes the starting point of the historic axis.

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The Saint-Germain-des-Prés is located on the “Rive Gauche”. The belfry of the main church is the oldest of Paris. Not far away there is also the church of Saint Sulpice. In the late 40’s, this area became a center of intellectual and cultural life in Paris enjoying the gathering atmosphere of the Café Les Deux Magots and the Café de Flore. Small shops and bookstores give to Saint-Germain-des-Prés a village look alike.

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In the near neighborhood, you can admire the Pantheon, a monument that honors French personalities and recalls some important events of the history of France. It was originally a church dedicated to Sainte Genevieve. It will be deeply modified in the 18th century to become a secular place.

The National Museum of the Middle Ages and the Thermes de Cluny are situated in the Latin Quarter in a mansion of the 15th century. It has one of the world's largest collections of tapestry and craft works of medieval art. At 49 Rue Monge, you can also admire Les Arenes de Lutece: constructed in the 1st century as Gallo-roman amphitheater.

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The Ile de la Cité is an island on the Seine, in the heart of Paris. It is considered as the ancient cradle of the city, formerly named Lutèce. In this isle you will admire the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, the most touristic religious building in France; its construction began in 1163 and ended in the 18th century. Other notable buildings to visit include the Conciergerie and the Sainte Chapelle, let you also stroll yourself in the very small and beautiful flower market. Just upstream of the Ile de la Cité, there’s the Ile Saint Louis, a jewel on the Seine with old noble apartments, small restaurants and tiny shops that make the charm of this part of the French capital.

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Location : district of the Opera. Size : 94 rooms and Suites. Facilities : gym, Spa, Hammam*, pressing*. Available rooms categories: Suites, Deluxe, Executive, Superior, Standards.

The hotel is situated in one of the most prestigious shopping areas of Paris, aside of the Galéries La Fayette - Printemps and the Opera. The hotel hosts an important valuable art and historical jewellery collection from cultures such as: Egyptian, African, Pre-Columbian, Roman and Buddhist, among other. 2 restaurants and 1 bar*.

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Location : Champs-Elysées Size : 192 rooms and suites Facilites : fitness centre, Spa, Sauna*, Business centre*. Available rooms categories: Suites, Executive, Standards

Paris MARRIOTT Hotel Champs-Elysées *****

The hotel is located near the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde. You will dispose of a pressing service*, shoeshine boy* and rooms for meetings, banquets or weddings*. 1 restaurant, 1 bar and an outdoor terrasse café*.

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Paris MARRIOTT Hotel Champs-Elysées *****

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Location : Near to the famous Luxembourg Garden Size : 69 rooms Facilites : babies furnishments (on demand) Available rooms categories: Standards and Deluxes

Hôtel André Latin ***

Close to the Panthéon, Saint Michel street and Saint-Germain des prés, but also Notre Dame and the Saint-Louis island. You will dispose of a luggage storage 24/24 to facilitate your start or end of stay. The hotel has a special breakfast room*.

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Disneyland Paris, called once Euro Disney Resort is a complex which includes two theme parks - Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios - as well as hotels and a golf courses. The site is served by several means of transport, including a train station, the RER line A and line free coaches serving the site from Roissy CDG and Orly. Many activities are offered around its two parks, Disney Village and a shopping center caled Val d'Europe. In 2013, the resort celebrated its 20th anniversary and becames the first site in France, the most

visited after the Eiffel Tower.

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Location : 5 minutes walking from the heart of the resort Size : 565 standard rooms and 27 Suites Hotel features : gym*, spa, indoor and outdoor pool, outdoor ice skating rank* on winter, free hôtel/parcs/hôtel shuttles Available room categories: Standards and Plaza rooms

The hotel is situated on the north bank of Disney lake, close to the theme parks, Disney Village and Golf courses with free shuttle service Aside the hotel, ther is an important business center of 5000 m2 Two restaurants and one bar are at your service*

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Location : 5 minutes walking from the heart of the resort Size : 1093 standard rooms and 13 Suites Hotel features : gym*, spa with hammam*, sauna* and jacuzzi*,indoor and outdoor pool, free hôtel/parks/hôtel shuttles Available room categories: Standards and Admiral room

Hotel NEWPORT BAY CLUB ***

The hotel is situated on the south bank of Disney lake, close to the theme parks, Disney Village and Golf courses with free shuttle service Aside the hotel, there is an important business center, the biggest in Europe Two restaurants, one with an outdoor terrace and 2 bars are at your service*

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Time difference: + 1 hour in summer or winter. Same as in France

Public transports: Widespread service (bus, taxis, suwbays, tram, etc.)

Currency : 1€

Language : Greek

Climate : Athens

Athens enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. The Athens climate is arid because of the mountains that surround it and block the wind, rain is very rare. The average temperature is 28° in summer and 10° in winter.

Local cuisine specialties: Greek cuisine is Mediterranean, with common characteristics with Italian, Turkish and Lebanese cuisines. The typical ingredients of this diet recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity are: olive oil, herbs, vegetables, wine, seafood and a wide variety of meats. Olives, cheese, eggplants and yogurt are very important part of this cuisine.

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Highlights:

- The Greek Dormition celebration in August

- European Heristage day in September - Ochi Day, national celebration in October (28) - St Nicolas celebration in Greece in December

- National Greek celebration in March - Orthodox Easter week in April

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Athens has two faces: a city full of history and sumptuous, imposing monuments. On the other side, a more spontaneous and popular city. This is what makes the richness of this Mediterranean city. Among those highlights, there are the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Roman Agora, but also many museums and typical, lively Athenians neighborhoods.

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Ancient Athens The Roman Agora and the Tower of the winds: In the first century, the Romans moved the Ancient Agora (Agora of Athens) to the current Roman Agora. Smaller than the original, the courtyard with marble pillars was a huge room where there were many shops. This « second » Agora worth the trip to see the Tower of the Winds which was used as a clock. Of course, do not hesistate to visit the classic Agora. The Acropolis and the Parthenon: Located in the center of Athens, the Acropolis is where we find lot of remains. The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athenae, is the most famous one, and it is located at the top of the site. The Temple of Olympian Zeus: The majestic temple of pantheon’s sovereign, was the largest of the Greek mainland. Inside overlooked two colossal statues of gold and ivory: one of the god Zeus and the other of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Although, the construction of the temple began in 515 B,C, the construction of the temple was completed in the year 131 by Emperor Hadrian,

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Ancient Athens The Hill of the Muses– Philopappos Monument: In front of the Acropolis there is the Philopappos monument: Maze of paths, shaded by pine trees leading to monuments that have marked centuries of history. Known as a source of inspiration during the Antiquity with the name « The Hill of the Muses », for many poets at all times. Every year, the first day of Lent, hundreds of Athenians gather at the top in order to fly kites and perpetuate the tradition. From there, you have a beautiful view of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. National Archeological Museum of Athens: It’s one of the most important museum in the world. There are famous and influential works from cultures of the Bronze Age described by Homer, in the Golden Age of ancient Greece and beyond. The temporary closure of a part of the museum in 1999 provided an opportunity to renovate the exposure already invaluable. The Lycabette: The Lycabette is a hill that stands in the middle of Athens and offers breathtaking views over the city. A cable car can reach the top where St. George’s Chapel is.

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The most famous athenians areas The Monastiraki Flea Market: Sunday morning, on the Avissynias place, you will find a mass of trinkets, books and paintings while strolling. Then, cross the street Athinas until Psiri, where intermingled streets secretly keep a multitude of galleries and vintage shops. Pláka surburb: Pláka is the old area of Athens, located below of the Acropolis, the atmosphere is peaceful. Very touristic, its the place to buy some souvenirs, eat or simply sit and have a rest. You will also find small streets like in a labyrinth…

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Location: The hotel is located in the city center, close to the ancient and new

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Size: 250 rooms

Hotel features: Swimming pool, tennis*

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Divani Palace Acropolis Hotel 4*- Athens

The hotel is located close to the ancient monuments of Athens, but you can also walk by Plakà through modern streets. The hotel gives you many extra activities that allow you to have a pleasant stay.

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Location : In the heart of Athens’s downtown, close to all touristic sites

Size : Around 80 rooms

Hotel features : Fitness centre, spa *, restaurants and bars

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Superior & Standard

New Hotel 4 *.- Athens

A perfect place to have the best of Athens, from ancient times to modern times The hotel offers you a speciality restaurant (greek and athenian food)

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Location : In the heart of Athens, close to all the touristic activities

Size : 320 rooms

Hotel features : Bar, rooftop restaurant, spa*, wine cellar…

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Grande Bretagne 5* - Athens

The hotel is located in the city cultural center, for shopping and main activities The hotel offers several typical services: olive oil massages*, a wine cellar with the best country wines, a speciality bar/restaurant…

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