France Travel Tips
It is nice to know in these days of financial gloom and doom that there are special escapes available!
When did you last enjoy a show at the Moulin Rouge or sip a latte on the banks of the River Seine, take a walk on the Cinque Terre or relax on the Amalfi Coast?
Never some would say! Now more than ever Europe is affordable…why you ask? In these times of downturn our partners recognise that their business needs stimulation and hotel rooms need filling! They have brought out some very competitive pricing and it changes weekly. So please make sure your travel consultant asks for the current special offers or check our website for details.
New for this brochure is extended touring from Paris, Seine River Canal Cruise, Walking, Cycling and Segway tours in Paris as well as an expanded Italy programme.
All of us at Travel Makers are here to turn your dream holiday into reality and ensure that your memories will last a lifetime. Do not hesitate to call our office where friendly help is always at hand.
A Few Facts About France
Currency €
The Euro is the currency of France (ATM machines are used widely throughout).
Visa
Australian passport holders do not require a visa for stays up to 3 months.
Driving
Driving is on the right side of the road (opposite to Australia).
Language
French is the official language. English is widely spoken in most areas (please see previous page for information on learning French).
Climate
Paris: January 5˚C, July 24˚C, Nice: January 10˚C, July 28˚C.
Capital City
Paris
Tipping
Most restaurants will include a 15% service charge in their prices. Feel free to leave another 2-3% if the service was good.Hotel porters can be given EUR 1.50 per bag and taxi drivers approximately 10-15%.
Shopping
Choose from large department stores, designer boutiques or flea markets. There is something for everyone. Shops are open Mon-Sat 9.00am - 7.00pm.
Paris Museum Pass
With the Paris Museum Pass, there is no admission charge to pay, no waiting in queues for entry and no limit to the number of times you can visit. Choose from more than 60 museums and monuments in Paris and its region including the Arc de Triomphe, Louvre and Musee d’Orsay. The more you visit, the more you save. Pass Holder Advantages Di...
Transfer Services
Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to your central Paris hotel.
Orly airport prices on request.
Minibus shuttle to hotel one way
Twin share per person 46.00
Single per person 56.00
Triple share per person 39.00
Paris Visite
Purchase your Paris transport card, PARIS VISITE, from Travelmakers before you leave Australia and take advantage of the savings offered for unlimited, consecutive days travel on the Paris Metro system, buses, RER regional express trains and SNCF ile de France train. Zones 1-3 Unlimited travel on the RATP (Metro & RER) and SNCF networks within...
Paris Hop On, Hop Off Bus – L’Open Tour
1 Day Pass - 55.00, 2 Day Pass - 60.00 Enjoy fantastic views from the open top deck ! 4 routes, 50 stops to visit Paris in your own time and at your own pace : with the 1 or 2 day pass, hop on and off as often as you please to discover all the city... Notre Dame, Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysées, Montparnasse,... With your pers...