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France is the world’s top place to visit bringing in 82 million foreign tourists every year. Just the Eiffel Tower attracts over 6 million people a year. Aside from the most popular historical and cultural landmarks of Paris the beautiful French countryside also offers skiing and beach activities.

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. In France any tax and services charges are included in your restaurant bill.

France is heaven if you love wine, because many good wines are made there. Only the finest in quality and variety are offered, but it is important to be cautious with drinking prior to driving, as the French authorities are strict when it comes to drunk drivers. Beer is also quite popular, especially in Northern France.

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 in France must display their rating on the outside of the building by law, however don’t be afraid to go in and ask about their pricing.

Hotels in the city center tend to be rather small and so it is usually best to book a room in advance. Make sure you check on the parking arrangements, especially in big cities.

Many rural areas in France offer Bed and Breakfast, or Chambres d’htes, establishments. These operate on a nightly basis, as do the motel style hotels that lie along the roadside.

If you travel to France for a longer stay, you may also rent a house, apartment or villa from a reputable website. If several of you are traveling in a group, this would serve as a good choice.

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