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Romantic weekend in Paris at Le Tourville

Monday, January 25th, 2010

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Relax in a charming 4* hotel in the heart of Paris and discover or rediscover the numerous treasures of the Capital.
 
Your hotel :
 
The 4* Tourville Hotel is located in an historical and residential district on the Left Bank, in the heart of Paris. Close to the hotel, there are many cultural and tourist places such as the Eiffel Tower, the Orsay Museum, the Invalides, the Rodin Museum…
You will be greeted with champagne by a dedicated team in a charming and refined atmosphere.
 
Your room :
 
All rooms, decorated in pastel colours pink, yellow sand or clear orange, are equipped with satellite TV with international channels, air conditioning, marble bathrooms with a bathtub, telephone, double-glazing, hair dryer, Internet access (wireless connexion).
 
Your room is a superior double room, with a large bed. It is cosy with all modern equipment.
 
Leisure on site :
 
Salon bar: the atmosphere is nice and quiet just like a family home. The lounge is cosy with velvet-covered sofas. The bar is located in the back of the lounge for a nice drink.
 
Things to do and to see in the area :
 
The hotel is in the heart of the 7th district, on the left bank. It is at 15mn from the Orsay Museum and the Invalides, at 10mn from the Rodin Museum, the Eiffel Tower and popular Rue Cler…
 
Direct access by tube for Concorde, Madeleine, Opéra, Department stores, Grands boulevards, Bastille
 
The reception will be pleased to advise you on sightseeing and restaurants.
 
Dates :
 
The hotel is open all year round.
 
Location :
 
Paris, 7th district, France
 
Price :
 
241 Euros including VAT. Based on season A*. Approx. £160
 
The price includes :
2 champagne glasses
1 night in superior double room (excl. local tax)
2 breakfasts served in your room or in the breakfast room.

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Go F1 racing in Lyon

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008

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Enjoy this unique experience in the world: a Formula 1 race in real conditions! Thanks to 6 high-tech Formula 1 simulators, you will be at the wheel of a real race car: 850 horse power, 19000rpm, and will take part in an amazing motor race! You can choose between 3 circuits: fast, fast-technical and technical. Can you handle it?    

Course of the experience: Formula 1 simulator (35 to 40 mn) Welcoming by the instructor.10 minutes of briefing and delivery of equipment (suit, helmet, hood, boots, and gloves).5 minutes of installation inside the car.18 minutes of piloting (qualification round + race) 

The Simulators : The simulators are composed from real cars, set down on a platform raised on a hydraulic jack at 1.80 meters from the ground. Speed, reaction time, braking, skids, centrifugal force…the platform moves according to every movement during the race. Everything with audio system and several screens which cover the field of vision of the driver. 

Participants : This Formula 1 experience is enjoyed alone. 

Dates : This Formula 1 experience is available all year round. 

Leisure on site : 6 Rally Simulators.6 Endurance Simulators.An alcohol-free bar.A lounge Bar.Fitness course.Spa: Steam room, sauna, Exfoliation, MassageA shop dedicated to brands and products that have been selected for their quality, design and technology. 

Conditions and restrictions : The simulators are forbidden to minors and people less than 1m50.The simulators are advised against pregnant women, people suffering heart condition and claustrophobic people.You need good physical conditions.  

Location : Lyon, Rhône-Alpes, France  This experience is available from Tematis http://www.tematis.com/boutique/simulateur-pilotage-dune-formule-1-a-lyon-p-931.html?language=enf1simu2.jpg