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Port of CalaisPort of Calais we arrive in Calais usually on a PO ferry about 3 times a year.We then take the A16 motorway south and pass round the town. So this year while we had more time we decided to explore more of the town. We were touring round the Christmas Markets in a 20 mile radius of Calais. The first place we headed for was the seafront follow the signs for plage.As you can see in the photo it is a good flat Promonade with plenty of parking. The beach was very clean and had maybe one hundred beach huts could be more. So it must be very popular in summer.We were there on the 12th of December 2008. Although it was a nice sunny day there was a cold wind blowing that day not ideal for the beach. Most people would be inside the The sea front Calais
In the photo below you can see just how close to the beach the ferries get
when entering Calais harbour.
Ferry and a cafe bar near the market
The photo below shows a good cafe just off the main shopping street.
We called in for a coffee and a piece of apple tarte very welcome on a cold
winters day.
We stayed in a gite just outside Calais if you would like to do the same try here Gites in the Pas de Calais area to rent Try P&O for your Dover to Calais ferry 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.
Le Meridien Hotel Nice
This hotel is situated right over the Baie des Anges and the Mediterranean Sea and is nearby landmarks like the Acropolis Convention Center. There is also a private beach across the way, as well as a nearby casino, Casino Ruhl. The Le Meridien Hotel Nice can be found at 1 Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur of France. This hotel is only six kilometers from the nearest airport. A 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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Cottage to rent Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley
The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais are part of what used to be a working hamlet in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored farm hamlet retains plenty of the original rustic charm with its old oak beams and huge stone fireplaces.
Book this cottage here Hotel De La Vallee Dinard
In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel. Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea. Hotel Le Moderne Arras
Behind its stylish exterior the Moderne features a contemporary setting and refined comfort: 55 guest rooms with bathroom, private w.c., direct dial phone, satellite television and radio alarm, 2 seminar rooms.The Moderne is particularly well located in the heart of Arras, 5 minutes from the Grand Place Hotel Duret ParisThe 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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Discover all that Boulogne Sur Mer has to offer with Hotel Metropole as a base. The Hotel Metropole boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. In-room facilities include air conditioning, hair dryer, in room safe, television, bathtub, shower. To suit guests' convenience
With its central location, Hotel Atlantic is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Wimereux. The Hotel Atlantic boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. In-room facilities include hair dryer, in room safe, separate shower and tub. Guests staying at this Wimereux accommodation can enjoy a wide range of hotel facilities such as elevator, bar/pub, meeting facilities , restaurant, safety deposit boxes, business center, pets allowed.
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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
Hotel De La MateloteBoulogne sur mer The hotel is situated on the sea shore, in the heart of Boulogne-sur-Mer, opposite the fishing port.Hotel De La Matelote features 35 soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms You can enjoy your breakfast in the bar, or a quiet and relaxing time in the cosy and comfortable small lounge while sipping a cocktail.
Cottage to rent
Quiet village location
in the Pas-de-Calais area
Venture into Old Boulogne for restaurants
and shopping or visit the pretty town of
St Omer with its canals and main square.
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