Overseas Trips : Travel To France
France is the world’s top place to visit bringing in 82 million foreign tourists every year. The Eiffel Tower alone attracts 6.2 million people each year. But apart from the culture and history of Paris, the country also offers beaches, fabulous countryside and skiing.
France is world famous for it cuisine, so it’s no problem to find someplace to eat, no matter if you want Michelin starred restaurants, small bistros with good food at reasonable prices, or larger brasseries. When you get your restaurant bill, the service charges and taxes are incorporated into the total.
France is the home of wine and really is heaven for wine lovers who travel to France. The variety and quality you can find will take your breath away, but don’t drink before driving because French police are harsh on drunk drivers. Beer is also popular, especially in the north.
French hotels fall into one of four categories from 1 to 4 stars, as designated by the Ministry of Tourism. The rating is shown by all hotel entrances, on a blue shield. All hotels are required by law to display their ratings outside, or ensure they’re visible from outside, but it’s also okay to go in and ask for the best price available.
Hotels in the city center tend to be rather small and so it is usually best to book a room in advance. Also be sure you’re aware of the parking arrangements for the hotel, especially in larger cities.
Bed and Breakfast establishments are mainly available in rural areas, where they are known as Chambres d’htes. These operate on a nightly basis, as do the motel style hotels that lie along the roadside.
If you plan to stay in France for an extended period of time you may want to consider renting a house, apartment, or a villa from a reputable travel website. This is a good option if several of you are planning to travel together.