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Monaco and Monte CarloOur visit to the resort of Monte Carlo in Monaco
Monaco isn’t part of France, but is located in the middle of the Cote d’Azur. Nice is only nine miles away, and Italy is about five miles. Monaco is made up of several hills and a peninsula that juts out into the Mediterranean. It is less than one square mile, but has some of the most expensive property in the world. The largest yachts in the world can be seen in the harbour.
Monte Carlo  Yacht marina  Hotels in MonacoHotel Fairmont
A Hotel complex is right on the edge of the Mediterranean. It overlooks the Grand Prix Racecourse. Occupying a prime location directly below the famous Monte Carlo casino, the Fairmont Monte Carlo opened in 1975 and became a Fairmont property in March 2005. It features seven floors, 602 guestrooms, and a long, sleek layout that recalls the yachts and cruise ships that pass by its seaside windows. You can Compare the Hotels in Monte Carlo here
Monaco is a tax haven the government gets its money from tourism and commercial transactions. French is the spoken language. Monte Carlo, with its famous casino is the capital of Monaco. Its as a mild climate which makes it a good all year round place to holiday. The area has nice beaches with good sports facilities. Monaco is famous for the formula 1 Grand Prix race, as well as the Monte Carlo Rally.
Pole position for the Monaco grand prix picture
 Unless you are very rich you are better staying just outside of Monaco where you can get cheaper hotels. There are several five star restaurants and the usual designer shops it depends on your budget The Oceanographic Museum is well worth a visit. The most popular casino and night spot is the Place du Casino, around which most of the social life revolves. The short video shows the casino.
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Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
Cancale at Village Cancalais, Brittany
Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
Check out the deals at Disneyland Paris tickets and HotelsA gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers
This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away. Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.
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Montesquieu, Hérault villa rental
Beautiful private gardens Magnificent views Well-equipped, quality property Changeover Day: VariableCar Essential Baker''s van visits village 3 times a week, boulangerie in Gabian 7 km, more shops in Roujan 10 min drive, whilst the lovely market town of Pézenas 20 min drive has many restaurants and cafés, supermarkets and colourful Saturday market. Excellent swimming lake and walking at Vailhan 15 min, or Lac du Salagou with watersports 40 min drive. Lovely sandy beaches and windsurfing at Vias
Grand Hôtel des AmbassadeursMenton
This 19th-century hotel is surrounded by palms and magnolias and furnished in belle-époque style with a pink façade, 200 metres from the sea, shops and casino and 10 kilometres from Monaco. Guests can dine in the stylish restaurant, relax in the spa sauna, and sunbathe on the private sandy beach. Hotel Duret Paris
The Hotel Duret is ideally located between Place de l Étoile and Porte Maillot, just a few steps away from the Champs Élysées and the Palais de Congrès, in one of the most prestigious areas of Paris. The property is placed in a typical, calm Parisian street, and offers an elegant yet intimate atmosphere, a heaven of quietness and pleasure. 
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The Lavender fields of FranceApartment Carcassonne
Delightful village location Beautifully furnished, quality property Lovely garden area Changeover Day: Saturday Car Essential A unique opportunity to stay within the city walls of the medieval city of Carcassonne. This old medieval city is a UNESCO world heritage site and is a maze of old streets, restaurants and shops all within walking distance of the apartment. The city is one of the only fully fortified medieval cities left in Europe and receives millions of visitors every year and has been used as a location in many films worldwide
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Cottage to rent
It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez Monte Carlo
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For rent near to St Tropez
Le Clos Bonaventure benefits from a peaceful setting in Gassin, a small commune of the glamourous and glitzy resort of St Tropez (8 kms south) and is just 500m from the famous Bouillabaisse beach and 700m from the port of St Tropez. A leisurely stroll to the port takes you to the quayside with impressive yachts and seafood restaurants. Although the residence is peacefully located, the lively bars and nightclubs on St Tropez will ensure great evening entertainment. Subscribe To This Site     
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This delightful complex is made up of 52 recently built comfortable terraced cottages with communal pool and green spaces. The pool has both indoor and outdoor areas as well as free access to jacuzzi and hamman. Laundry on site.
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