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 One day pass by hopang
It costs 4.00 euros for a one day pass. However the bus ticket can be used for local travels in the city of Nice for the entire day until midnight. You can make full use of the bus ticket to travel to the outskirts of the city or to travel from one end of Nice City to the other end! Or you may preferably purchase just one way ticket for 1.30 euros to the destination of your choice. Leave a Comment
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 The TGV by Paul2001
The TGV and other the trains in this massive rail network is operated by SNCF. All trains are quite comfortable and run frequently. Lines seem to stretch out to every little town in France. This makes France probably the easiest country I have ever traveled in with regards to getting from point "A" to point "B".
Free timetables are available at every train station.
Naturally like every other country in Europe, there are rail passes available. I am not a big fan of Eurorail passes as they are too expensive. I recommend instead always buying a railpass for the country (or countries) you intend upon visiting especailly if you are sure of your itinerary. This includes France. For us North Americans and those from Australia and New Zealand, we can all purchase four days in a month long period pass for US $240/210 (first-/second-class). If you intend to travel more frequently than this, then you can purchase up to six more days for an additonal $30 per day. I think that this is a good deal.
Surprisingly I met alot of very friendly locals on the train in France. In hindsight I wondered how the French managed to get this reputation of being snobs. This was certainly not the case with me. Leave a Comment
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 TGV and passengers by Lady_Mystique
And it is SO smooth and comfortable!!
It travels all over France and sweeps around Paris taking in Charles de Gaulle Airport (handy!!). It travels between the large cities within France and between outlying foreign cities.
*Seat reservations are compulsory.
*Eurail and Europasses are valid on TGV but you need to pay a supplement for a seat reservation.
*You can check the connections, timetable, and make reservations online. Go to the website address below: Leave a Comment
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 Paris Traffic by Lady_Mystique
While others may be legally able to drive in France on the strength of their national licenses for a few months, it's safest to get an International Driving Permit (IDP), which is essentially a translation of your regular license into 10 languages, including French.
The IDP, valid for one year, must be issued in your own country before you depart. You must be 18 years old to receive the IDP.
The IDP is in addition to, not a replacement for, your home license, and is not valid without it. An application for an IDP usually includes one or two photos, a current local license, and an additional form of identification, and requires a fee.
If you plan to drive (rent a car) in France then make sure you have your home license and IDP with you.
"Don't leave home without it!"
...and don't forget INSURANCE TOO!!!
EU residents driving their own cars do not need extra insurance coverage in France. For those renting, paying with a gold credit card usually covers standard insurance. If your home car insurance covers you for liability, make sure you get a green card, or International Insurance Certificate to prove it. If you have an accident abroad, it will show up on your domestic records if you report it to your insurance company. Also, be prepared to pay US$8-10 per day for rental car insurance. Leasing should include insurance and the green card in the price. Some travel agents offer the card; it may also be available at border crossings. Leave a Comment Theme: Car/Motor Home
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Cosica island is a biker's heaven. Expect your tires to wear out on the side only and forget straight roads anywhere on the island, except for a ahort stretch south of Bastia. Coastal ride is recommended counterclockwise to appreciate views and to have a lesser number of blind bends, which is essential to detect stopped traffic or stray animals. Watch out for pigs, cows, sheep or donkeys on your way. Always keep your throttle at bay and don't be fooled by speed fantasies. Always park on solid ground as sidestand dives into tar under the summer scorching sun. And, unlike us, try to pack light. In fact, back in 1998 this was the first two-wheeler vacation for my pillion and partner in life....and to give a useful lesson I allowed her to bring the extra. Still, it seems Corsica has a bad reputation for theft. Make sure to bring extra locks and, possibly, sleep next to your bike in a campsite. "Wild" camping is forbidden anywhere on the island and it might be unsafe. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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 Billet by Lady_Mystique
Persons aged 60 years and over are eligible for a 25% discount from SNCF (French Railways System). The discount applies only for travel beginning in a "blue" period, when traffic is light, i.e., times other than Friday and Sundays afternoons, Monday mornings and holidays.
Check the SNCF calendars, which are available in France.
Or you can consult the "Calendrier Voyageurs" on French National Railways website at: http://www.sncf.fr .
If you plan to travel frequently in France over the course of a year, the Carte Senior may be for you.
It allows discounts of 25-59% for one year from the date of purchase. This card is ONLY SOLD in FRANCE.
These reductions are not valid for traveling by train in the Paris area.
Discounts are available for people aged over 60 at most museums, galleries, and public theatres. An ID such as a passport or other may be required as a proof of your date of birth Leave a Comment
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When you go to the Tour you must take your bike. The problem will be how to get from CDG to your hotel in the center of Paris. Those bike cases will not fit in your avrage taxi. Solution: Set up a pick up with Blue Vans. They have a lot of luggage room in the back that will easily accomodate bike cases. I called them and made a reservation for pick up. They told me exactly where to wait outside the terminal for pick up. And sure enough the van came and took us to our hotel no problems. They even came to pick us up to take us back to CDG when our trip was over.
I'd go with them again in a heartbeat. The website says they will only deliver you to a certain range of zip codes but they still took us to our hotel just outside the southern boundary of those areas. When I called them they were very helpful and accomodating. Leave a Comment
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 Boating in Brantome by Canadienne
The tour guide is an extremely charming man (his narrative is in French only) and his enthusiasm for his region is contagious.
The trip runs perhaps 40 minutes and is slow-paced and relaxing. A perfect fit for this area of the country. Leave a Comment Theme: Ship/Boat
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