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2417330-9395980001121410357447IIM AHEMEDABAD00IIM AHEMEDABAD-2495553903345001197610287020000 centercenter ?? TRAVEL BIBLE 8820090900 ?? TRAVEL BIBLE Table of contentsTOC \o "1-3" \h \z \uWhy HEC? PAGEREF _Toc455693956 \h 1About the program: PAGEREF _Toc455693957 \h 1Programs Available PAGEREF _Toc455693958 \h 1Number of students selected for the program (2016) PAGEREF _Toc455693959 \h 1Courses Offered PAGEREF _Toc455693960 \h 1Course registration PAGEREF _Toc455693961 \h 2Selection of Courses PAGEREF _Toc455693962 \h 2Important Dates PAGEREF _Toc455693963 \h 2How it Affects you at IIM A PAGEREF _Toc455693964 \h 3Scholarship Available PAGEREF _Toc455693965 \h 3Benefits PAGEREF _Toc455693966 \h 3Visa Procedure PAGEREF _Toc455693967 \h 4Step-By-Step Guide PAGEREF _Toc455693968 \h 4STEP 1 – Online Registration PAGEREF _Toc455693969 \h 4Step 2 - Offline Campus France processing Fee Payment PAGEREF _Toc455693970 \h 4STEP 3 – Appointment with the Campus France Education Advisor PAGEREF _Toc455693971 \h 4STEP 4 – Appointment with the VFS-France Ahmedabad PAGEREF _Toc455693972 \h 5Total approximate cost of the programs PAGEREF _Toc455693973 \h 6Things to know/ to do/ to carry PAGEREF _Toc455693974 \h 7Weather PAGEREF _Toc455693975 \h 7Vaccination - None required before hand PAGEREF _Toc455693976 \h 7Emergency contacts - PAGEREF _Toc455693977 \h 7Getting to HEC, Paris from the Airport PAGEREF _Toc455693978 \h 7How to travel PAGEREF _Toc455693979 \h 7SIM purchase PAGEREF _Toc455693980 \h 7Buy Eurail – (For travel purposes) PAGEREF _Toc455693981 \h 8Recommended travel Passes PAGEREF _Toc455693982 \h 8?Eurail Global Pass: PAGEREF _Toc455693983 \h 8?France Rail for Local travel: PAGEREF _Toc455693984 \h 8Accommodation PAGEREF _Toc455693985 \h 9On campus accommodation PAGEREF _Toc455693986 \h 9Off Campus Accommodation PAGEREF _Toc455693987 \h 10Life on campus PAGEREF _Toc455693988 \h 11Sports ground PAGEREF _Toc455693989 \h 11Student organizations (Associations) PAGEREF _Toc455693990 \h 11Food and other services PAGEREF _Toc455693991 \h 12Career Service PAGEREF _Toc455693992 \h 12Places to visit in France PAGEREF _Toc455693993 \h 13 Why HEC?HEC Paris is a European business school located in the southern suburbs of Paris, France. HEC is the business school of ParisTech and is considered one of the most prominent business schools in the world. It was ranked as the best business school in Europe seven times in the eight-year period between 2006 and 2013 in the Financial Times ranking, and ranked second in Europe in 2014.-15240647065Programs Available: ?Single semester Exchange Programme Dual degree CEMS programmeNumber of students selected for the program (2016): 6 exchange students + 4 Dual Degree students0Programs Available: ?Single semester Exchange Programme Dual degree CEMS programmeNumber of students selected for the program (2016): 6 exchange students + 4 Dual Degree studentsAbout the program:Courses Offered: A variety of disciplines of study: Fiscality & Law, Finance & Economics, Strategy & Management, Marketing, Accounting & Management Control, Operations Management & Information Technology, Decision Science & Information System, Management & HR, French Language and French Culture. Close links to the international business world through companies participating in courses, conferences, business games, internships, recruitment sessions, etc.Some of the interesting courses offered at HEC Paris are:Introduction to 21st century energy challengesWine MarketingFinancial MarketsMarketing Du Sport (Eng)Ethics and sustainabilityMethods of Cost AnalysisDebatingPhilosophy of LiberalismStrategyUnderstanding the middle eastGeopolitics of ArcticEuro American Comparative PoliticsGlobal HRMProject ManagementSports Marketing· ????????Course registration:Selection of Courses:When: You will be contacted by HEC Paris inviting you to download the latest Course Catalogue and the Course Schedule sheet located on HEC’s International Student Intranet page.Fall semester: Catalogue released in the second week of June.Spring semester: Catalogue delivered from mid-November of previous year.How: You will be contacted by email and will receive your definite HEC User ID, allowing you to join the on-line course selection period. For a few weeks, you will be able to build up your course list with your local University Coordinator’s help and select your courses online. Once the selection period ends, only your HEC Coordinator will be able to modify your list.· ???????Course load and minimum requirements: Semester: 6 IIM A credits – 150 hours 6 IIM A credit = 25 ECTSStudents can choose freely between core courses and management electives from among theFollowingFrench language courses is not compulsory. If taken, it will be added as extra to the IIM A credits and hence would not be counted. (Only for learning)(Course selection is made on‐line (when students are invited). Changes, “adds and drops” will be possible any time before class starts, and up to the first lecture of each course. Changes will no longer be possible past the first lecture of each course.)Important Dates:FALL 2016Arrival on Campus (Housing check‐in): 1 Sept 2016Welcome Session: 2 & 5 Sept 2016Semester dates: 6 September ‐ 16 December 2016Exam dates: 12‐16 December 2016CEMS - Double Degree Program 2016Arrival on Campus (Housing check‐in): 3 & 4 SeptemberWelcome Session: 5 September 2016Semester dates: 5 September 2016 ‐ 16 December 2016Exam dates: 12‐16 December 2016How it Affects you at IIM AStudents opting for these programs cannot be eligible for the top three awards given for academic excellence by the institute eg – Directors Medal.Exchange Program students have their CGPA frozen for the entire semester they are out. They just have to pass all the courses at HEC Paris to clear the semester.Double Degree Students can avail placement options from either IIM A or HEC Paris and will get degrees of management from both of the colleges.Scholarship AvailableThe scholarship you can apply for is called “Charpak Scholarship”. This scholarship must be applied by the end of April (subject to changes in the dates). Usually the deadline is mentioned on the website. Please go through the website and apply for it at the earliest. ()BenefitsStudent visa fee waiverMonthly stipend of 615 euros for up to 4 monthsMedical insurance coverage (around 300 euros/year)Affordable student housing guaranteed, to be paid from the stipend.Visa ProcedureThe recommended visa is the “long stay student visa” if you stay for more than 90 days and the validity is one year.Timeline:Total time taken: approx. 15 daysVisa processing time: 5 minimum working daysRecommended time to apply: June to JulyStep-By-Step GuideSTEP 1 – Online Registration???????????????????????Log on to india. and click on ‘Create Your Account’.Fill up the online CampusFrance form.Once you have completed the online form and uploaded all the required documents, you will receive your unique CampusFrance Registration Number.This number has to be emailed to the nearest Campus France office along with the confirmation that your file is complete.When you have the approval from the CampusFrance advisor you may validate your?file.Step 2 - Offline Campus France processing Fee Payment CampusFrance processing Fees INR 12500 (Fee movers/Full Time Masters or Bachelors Program) orINR 6500 (Exchange students/Dual degree students)(Make the payment in cash at the BNP Paribas branch, Ahmedabad)STEP 3 – Appointment with the Campus France Education AdvisorContact the nearest Campus France agency in your city and request an appointment for the academic interview with the respective Education Advisor via email (only)The academic interview will be in person and you are required to carry the following documents (originals version)12th Mark-sheet and passing certificate.Bachelor degree and Mark-sheets (if applicable), (In case of non-availability of degree, get a bona fide certificate from the institute).Master’s degree and Mark-sheets (if applicable). (In case of non-availability of degree, get a bona fide certificate from the institute).Work Experience Letter or Internship (if applicable).Passport (valid).CV.Admission letter from the French institute/university (the letter should include - ?name of the program, study duration, full amount of the tuition fee, down payment receipt and remaining balance if any).Letters from the institution in India and France stating that you are a part of an exchange program (if applicable).The receipt of the payment of INR 12500 or 6500, which is a must for the pleted Long Stay Visa pleted OFFI pleted Fiche d'entretien visa etudiant(Student Visa Interview Sheet).STEP 4 – Appointment with the VFS-France AhmedabadAfter the academic interview with the CampusFrance adviser, schedule an appointment with VFS-France Ahmedabad.To make a telephonic appointment schedule an appointment online- ?refer . . At the VFS you only require to deposit your documents (please refer to the student Visa Checklist document attached).Total approximate cost of the programsEstimated expense of the entire tripExchange ProgramDouble Degree ProgramDescriptionCostRound trip (Flights)5000050000Visa fees35003500CampusFrance Fees650012500Eurail Pass(Global) (Varies on the pass chosen)5000050000Round Trip Travel from Airport to HEC50005000Fees on arrival (Social Security System)1600016000Total131000137000General Living Expenses(Monthly)INCLUDING TRAVELEuroINRAccommodation50037500Meals45034000Transport302500Leisure18013500Other15011500Mobile504000Total1360103000Exchange Program(3 months)5440412000Double Degree (10 Months)136001030000Exchange ProgramDouble DegreeTotal Estimated Cost Involved5430001167000-97790345440Students must subscribe a mandatory housing insurance and liability (35-45€ per year). You will get more information upon arrival via Banks Forum.There may also be a resident’s permit fee of 58€.Non-European students staying more than 3 months must register to the Social Security System and it costs 215€ payable online. An additional and compulsory travel insurance (including repatriation, personal liability and health) must be provided and it is compulsory in all cases.If you want to take part in one of the events of The International Student Society, you will have to add 80€/semester or 40€ (if you open a bank account during on‐campus Banks forum), 120€ or 70€ for yearly students to your expenditure.0Students must subscribe a mandatory housing insurance and liability (35-45€ per year). You will get more information upon arrival via Banks Forum.There may also be a resident’s permit fee of 58€.Non-European students staying more than 3 months must register to the Social Security System and it costs 215€ payable online. An additional and compulsory travel insurance (including repatriation, personal liability and health) must be provided and it is compulsory in all cases.If you want to take part in one of the events of The International Student Society, you will have to add 80€/semester or 40€ (if you open a bank account during on‐campus Banks forum), 120€ or 70€ for yearly students to your expenditure.130810514350WeatherWinter: between 2 to 8 CSummer: between 15 to 26 CVaccination - None required before hand0WeatherWinter: between 2 to 8 CSummer: between 15 to 26 CVaccination - None required before handThings to know/ to do/ to carryEmergency contacts -3940810170815HEC MBA Admission Office -Phone - +33.1.39.67.95.46 / +33.1.39.67.73.83Email - ?admissionmba@hec.fr 00HEC MBA Admission Office -Phone - +33.1.39.67.95.46 / +33.1.39.67.73.83Email - ?admissionmba@hec.fr Indian embassy - (32 Kms away)Address - ?Indian Embassy, 15 Rue Alfred Dehodencq, 75016 ParisPhone - +33.1.40.50.70.70Working Hours - 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM(Weekdays)Indian embassy - (32 Kms away)Address - ?Indian Embassy, 15 Rue Alfred Dehodencq, 75016 ParisPhone - +33.1.40.50.70.70Working Hours - 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM(Weekdays)81978592075Hospital -Local HEC infirmary on campusAntoine Béclère Hospital – (12 kms away)- ??????Address - 157 Rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140 Clamart, France- ??????Contact Number - +33 1 45 37 44 4400Hospital -Local HEC infirmary on campusAntoine Béclère Hospital – (12 kms away)- ??????Address - 157 Rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140 Clamart, France- ??????Contact Number - +33 1 45 37 44 44Getting to HEC, Paris from the Airport –53975132715Aeroport Paris-Charles de to Massy Palaiseau ( Train )Train leaves every 15 minsOne-Way approx : ? 752 (10€)Time: 1hrs 03min (49.5 km)Massy Palaiseau to Jouy-en-Josas ( Train )One-Way approx : ? 110 - ? 170 (1€ - 3€)Time: 14 mins (11.4 kms)Jouy-en-Josas to HEC, Paris ( Taxi )A86 Jouy-en-Josas to HEC ParisOne-Way from: ? 1,400 - ? 1,800 (19€ - 24€)00Aeroport Paris-Charles de to Massy Palaiseau ( Train )Train leaves every 15 minsOne-Way approx : ? 752 (10€)Time: 1hrs 03min (49.5 km)Massy Palaiseau to Jouy-en-Josas ( Train )One-Way approx : ? 110 - ? 170 (1€ - 3€)Time: 14 mins (11.4 kms)Jouy-en-Josas to HEC, Paris ( Taxi )A86 Jouy-en-Josas to HEC ParisOne-Way from: ? 1,400 - ? 1,800 (19€ - 24€)659765129540Aeroport Paris-Charles de to Massy Palaiseau ( Train )Train leaves every 15 minsOne-Way approx : ? 752 (10€)Time: 1hrs 03min (49.5 km)Massy Palaiseau to Jouy-en-Josas ( Train )One-Way approx : ? 110 - ? 170 (1€ - 3€)Time: 14 mins (11.4 kms)Jouy-en-Josas to HEC, Paris ( Taxi )A86 Jouy-en-Josas to HEC ParisOne-Way from: ? 1,400 - ? 1,800 (19€ - 24€)00Aeroport Paris-Charles de to Massy Palaiseau ( Train )Train leaves every 15 minsOne-Way approx : ? 752 (10€)Time: 1hrs 03min (49.5 km)Massy Palaiseau to Jouy-en-Josas ( Train )One-Way approx : ? 110 - ? 170 (1€ - 3€)Time: 14 mins (11.4 kms)Jouy-en-Josas to HEC, Paris ( Taxi )A86 Jouy-en-Josas to HEC ParisOne-Way from: ? 1,400 - ? 1,800 (19€ - 24€)How to travelCharles de Gaulle International Airport 51 kms away (approx. 1 hour 5 mins drive )Nearest Train station Jouy-en-Josas train station –3 kms away (approx. 10 mins drive)HEC has bus shuttle services going daily to Jouy-en-Josas train station and around the city.?SIM purchase Matrix International SIM -Contact number - ?+91-9586249494 (Ahmedabad)France SIM plan - Prepaid card – 30 days (INR 3600/Month)Processing Time – 2 daysDocuments required – Passport, Ticket, VisaRecharge every Month – OnlineFree Incoming + 500 local Minutes(France) +500 mins to India1 GB internetLocal SIM - ?Orange, Free or Bouygues SIMs can be bought locally.Otherwise students take the following option issued by “Free” operator:2€/month including: 2hours of calls toward French numbers and 100 fixed destinationsSMS/MMS unlimited toward French numbers50 MB of Internet at 3G/4G speedFor more details, visit the link: Eurail – (For travel purposes)Train pass that allows pass holders to travel in 28 European countries on nearly all European railroads and some shipping lines.Allows any number of journeys through trains for limited days in specific countries. ?Only available outside Europe to Non-Europeans.Trips should be planned before hand to buy the most appropriate Eurail since they are specific to the number of countries you can visit.Refer - ? Global Pass: is the flexible train pass for freedom-seekers and adventurers. It gives you access to rail networks in 28 countries in Europe.The Global Pass (very popular) –5 or more European countriesUp to 5 FREE travel days if you buy before September 30Cost : 75000 for 3 monthsFrance Rail for Local travel: is a flexible train pass for travel in France onlyCost: 5000- 25000 (depending on choice of travel and dates).Advantages of traveling with a rail pass – Cost effective – Beneficial in the case where you are planning to take three or more trips as compared to individual train tickets and thus the savings increase with increasing trips.The second benefit of a rail pass is flexibility. With most train tickets, you have to decide on your train, date and time of travel in advance. You can buy a rail pass with only a vague idea of your overall itinerary.Salient Point: The France Rail Pass allows you unlimited travel on the entire France railway network at a fixed price.(See ‘Things to know’ for more information about seat reservations)Disadvantages of travelling with a rail pass over single passes – Single passes (buying online or at the ticket counter as you go) are best suited for when too much ground is not to be covered (Singe trips).If your travel plans aren’t set in stone, and you’re looking for the freedom to pick a new destination whenever the mood strikes you, buying as you go makes sense.Eurail Global Pass: is the flexible train pass for freedom-seekers and adventurers. It gives you access to rail networks in 28 countries in Europe.The Global Pass (very popular) –5 or more European countriesUp to 5 FREE travel days if you buy before September 30Cost : 75000 for 3 monthsFrance Rail for Local travel: is a flexible train pass for travel in France onlyCost: 5000- 25000 (depending on choice of travel and dates).Advantages of traveling with a rail pass – Cost effective – Beneficial in the case where you are planning to take three or more trips as compared to individual train tickets and thus the savings increase with increasing trips.The second benefit of a rail pass is flexibility. With most train tickets, you have to decide on your train, date and time of travel in advance. You can buy a rail pass with only a vague idea of your overall itinerary.Salient Point: The France Rail Pass allows you unlimited travel on the entire France railway network at a fixed price.(See ‘Things to know’ for more information about seat reservations)Disadvantages of travelling with a rail pass over single passes – Single passes (buying online or at the ticket counter as you go) are best suited for when too much ground is not to be covered (Singe trips).If your travel plans aren’t set in stone, and you’re looking for the freedom to pick a new destination whenever the mood strikes you, buying as you go makes sense.Recommended travel PassesAccommodationOn campus accommodationOn‐campus accommodation available for rent.Refundable deposit: 450€ + non‐refundable processing fee: 220€ is required at the time of booking.Accommodation is guaranteed to all exchange students, but accommodation type is not (subject to availability).Single rooms with shared shower: 450€/month.Individual comfort (Build. AP1 à AP4) with personal shower: 580€ / month.Individual comfort (Build. L1/M1) with personal shower: 580€ / month.Room Sharing (Build. L1/M1): 290€ / person / month (580€ for 2 people).Apartments for two with kitchen corner and private facilities: 900€ per month for 2 people (450€ per person).A portal is provided with HEC Email ID and password i.e. intranet where you can visit the website and book for on campus accommodation. The deadline will be provided to you.Estimated living expenses: (2016)Mandatory housing insurance and liability: 35€‐ 45€ / year (Information upon arrival via Banks Forum).Meals: Approximately 5€/meal for breakfast, lunch & dinner, if taken at the students' restaurant.Resident’s permit fee when applicable: 58€.The International Student Society events (optional): 80€/semester or 40€ (if you open a bank account during on‐campus Banks forum).Required documents and compulsory Insurances:Arrival Pack to print prior to arrival along with copies of documents such as: Passport, visa, OFII form.Health insurance, Medical certificate for sports practice. See checklist on intranet page.Non‐European students staying in France for more than 3 months must register to the Social Security System. The fee is *215€ ( INR 2016) payable online. additional and compulsory travel insurance must be provided, inclusive of: repatriation, personal liability, and health.The travel insurance mentioned above is compulsory in all cases.*Exemptions:Prior to semester start, banks are coming to HEC campus to offer services such as: Current account openings, housing insurance (specific to HEC residence rooms), inclusive of personal Liability, for a few more €, this presented as a package when opening an account. This is called: “The Banks Forum”.Off Campus AccommodationOutside-campus accommodation is available, however the cost might be significantly higher and it will include traveling cost. It is recommended to book in advance and finalize with the process. The contacts will provide you details of the Rent cost and Agreement.The off campus accommodation is a non‐exhaustive list of trails to search an accommodation in the Jouy‐en‐Josas area or in Paris.Apply on‐line to: H?BERJEUNESWebsite: htt://heberjeunes.fr/etudiants/inscritpion/Application cost on website is 5€.The residence Igny Val de Bièvre is the campus nearest student residence. Start applying (sending files and details for approval) to this residence as earliest as possible and need to avoid last minute cancellations. Mr Brocq, in charge of this residence, keeps studios aside for HEC students. ?Minimum contract: 3 months. It is at a walkable distance from the college ( nearly 400 meters ).RESIDHOME APPARTHOTELLocation: BURES SUR YVETTE Contact Number: ??01-64863600Owner/ In charge: Mr. MOUSSUDistance from college: 10 kmEmail address: bures.guyonnerie@A preferential rate has been negotiated by HEC so that students can be accommodated at 35€/night + 0.6€/day (tourist tax), around 1070€/month instead of 51€/night for a long stay (over a month) on the condition of a consecutive six months stay (rate for a studio).No guarantor, nor safety deposit, but prepayment required. Daily, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly payment possible.REAL ESTATE AGENCY: RESIDENCE ALCDC (à la clef des champs)Location: GIF SUR YVETTEEmail address: alcdc91@orange.frContact Number: 06 78 25 11 49Distance from Campus: 9 kmAgency fees are fixed and preferential for HEC students. 250€ for a rent up to 550 € / month / 350 € for a rent over 550 € / month Instead of a month rent as agency fee.Refer to Sheet 1 in the Attached Excel Sheet.Students Residences / Aparthotels in Jouy-en-Josas area, accessible by private or and public transport.Refer to Sheet 2 in the Attached Excel SheetStudents Residences / Aparthotels Close to Paris accessible by private transport.Refer to Sheet 3 in the Attached Excel SheetLife on campusThe HEC campus is one of the largest in Europe. It counts 300 acres, located between Paris and Versailles in a suburban town called Jouy-en-Josas. All the facilities are designed to create a dynamic and supportive environment to help students to better achieve their goals.Around the campus, besides the 1600 accommodation, you can find:3 restaurants and 2 cafeterias a wooden park and a lakean infirmaryWithin the academic equipment they offer:? A lecture hall with 500 seating capacity and an auditorium with 250 seating capacity? 29 lecture theaters with 50 seats, of which 4 are equipped with iTunesU video recording equipment.? 14 lecture theaters with 20 to 48 seating capacity.? 80 classrooms with 10 to 50 seating capacity.? 3 language labs and a language resource center.? 2 business bookshops.? A multimedia resource center with 60,000 books, 764 journal, 50 database subscriptions?? A trading room (in collaboration with Thomson Reuters).Sports groundSports covers an important role in the campus: 1600 m2 area is dedicated to indoor sports: climbing wall, fitness room, dance, ping-pong, dojo, karate, aerobics and yoga, while 10000 m2 are appointed to outdoor activities including a rugby pitch, two soccer fields, four tennis courts, an athletic field and a golf practice range. Moreover, the university organizes off-site sports such as rowing, riding, skiing, sailing and golf. Finally, there isn’t a pool in the campus but it is possible to access to the Polytechnic School’s swimming pool. Exchange students can join these activities if they can provide a medical certificate (signed by student’s local doctor) and after the payments of a 25€ (approx.1900 rupee) fee at the HEC Sport Office.Student organizations (Associations)HEC gives the chance to its exchange students to take part in one of the 130 associations run by the students. Apart from counterparts of the career clubs like Beta and Niche in IIM Ahmedabad some of the unique clubs in particular – HEC International Society - is a club whose purpose is to help the international students to interact with the French ones. This objective is purposed through events such as welcome week, Discover France week-ends and other activities on and off the campus. Wine and Spirits Club - a social club looking to help students learn about the world of wine and spirits, especially while living in France. Its events include tastings, as well as occasional speaker events that can help students learn more about the business and culture of alcohol.Luxury Club - with its mission to engage, support and inspire members as they navigate the increasingly dynamic luxury environment. The activities are underpinned by the objective of connecting members with the industry and providing a platform for industry insight, knowledge sharing and access to brands and influencers within the sector.Food and other servicesThe main university restaurant has 650 seats and serves meals including both lunch and dinner. Moreover, the cafeterias serve hot and cold beverage but also sandwiches, pizzas and appetizers. Finally, close to the campus, there is a fairly sized supermarket and a pizza restaurant.Across the street from the university you can also find a hairdresser and a beauty salon. If you are looking for other shops and service, such as postal, pharmacy, banks, bakery and other restaurant you can easily find them downtown. Consider that a dinner in Paris costs 40€ on average.Career ServiceAs the first ranked business school in France, HEC receives internship offers constantly which may be opened to exchange students under certain conditions (length, visa, period of the year). HEC Career Center organizes several forums every year: ‐ October: Forum Finance, Forum Juridique (tax and law). November: Forum Conseil (consulting), January: Carrefour HEC (all sectors), Forum Alumni (Recruiting Alumni). Moreover, you can rely on the career office that will help you with any requests and lead you through the French procedures to find a job. Throughout the year, the office sends many emails to the students about internship opportunities and particular events related to the job placements.Places to visit in FranceBistro Dining, Paris133350212090Along with seeing the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower, the one thing almost everyone wants to do when they visit Paris is having a meal at a traditional French bistro where traditional French delicacies are served4000020000Along with seeing the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower, the one thing almost everyone wants to do when they visit Paris is having a meal at a traditional French bistro where traditional French delicacies are servedMont St-Michel, Normandy203835116840A magical island topped by a gravity-defying medieval monastery, the Mont-Saint-Michel counts among France’s most stunning sights. For centuries one of Europe’s major pilgrimage destinations, this holy mount is now a UNESCO world heritage site, as is its breath taking bay.4000020000A magical island topped by a gravity-defying medieval monastery, the Mont-Saint-Michel counts among France’s most stunning sights. For centuries one of Europe’s major pilgrimage destinations, this holy mount is now a UNESCO world heritage site, as is its breath taking bay.Champagne houses in Reims and Epernayleft11430Champagne wines owe their worldwide renown to the talent and expertise of the Champagne Houses. The wines are blended from bought-in grapes from selected vineyards that contribute to the style of the brand. Wine tourism (sometimes oenotourism or vinitourism) is specifically designed for people who want to explore wine regions and get to know the local wines.00Champagne wines owe their worldwide renown to the talent and expertise of the Champagne Houses. The wines are blended from bought-in grapes from selected vineyards that contribute to the style of the brand. Wine tourism (sometimes oenotourism or vinitourism) is specifically designed for people who want to explore wine regions and get to know the local wines.Alsatian Wine Route287655199390The most famous Wine Route in France proudly reveals its medieval ch?teaux and Renaissance houses and the flowery lanes of its charming villages. A land of tradition and wine, offering a unique experience for the visitor.4000020000The most famous Wine Route in France proudly reveals its medieval ch?teaux and Renaissance houses and the flowery lanes of its charming villages. A land of tradition and wine, offering a unique experience for the visitor.Adrenalin Kick, Chamonix20383531750Adrenalin Kick, Chamonix (France). 'Sure, 007 did it, but so can you: the Vallée Blanche is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You won’t regret the €70-odd it costs to do the more than 20km off-piste descent from the spike of the Aiguille du Midi to mountaineering mecca Chamonix – every minute of the five hours it takes to get down will pump more adrenalin in your body than anything else you’ve ever done.'4000020000Adrenalin Kick, Chamonix (France). 'Sure, 007 did it, but so can you: the Vallée Blanche is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You won’t regret the €70-odd it costs to do the more than 20km off-piste descent from the spike of the Aiguille du Midi to mountaineering mecca Chamonix – every minute of the five hours it takes to get down will pump more adrenalin in your body than anything else you’ve ever done.'Some other adventurous activities and places across Europe6096037465Adventurous ActivitiesSky Diving – Spain (Seville)Prague, Italy (Fano)Budapest Scuba Diving – France (Nice)Spain (Costa Brava) Bungee Jumping – Locarno (Swiss, 255CHF)Europa Bridge (Innsbruck, Austria)Milan Kayaking/Snorkelling – PortugalCroatia Trekking – Norway (Kjeragbolten, Pulpit Rock, Trolltunga)00Adventurous ActivitiesSky Diving – Spain (Seville)Prague, Italy (Fano)Budapest Scuba Diving – France (Nice)Spain (Costa Brava) Bungee Jumping – Locarno (Swiss, 255CHF)Europa Bridge (Innsbruck, Austria)Milan Kayaking/Snorkelling – PortugalCroatia Trekking – Norway (Kjeragbolten, Pulpit Rock, Trolltunga)LINKS TO REFER to – , refer to attachment “Around Europe in 90 Days” ................
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