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In every region of France there is adventure. Imagine discovering sophisticated cities and enchanting villages, soaring cathedrals and sumptuous ch‰teaux, glorious landscapes and extraordinary museums, great wines and wonderful cuisine. FranceÕs unique legacy of history, art and art-de-vivre make it all possible. Although no one can dismiss the magnificent City of Lights, you must travel outside of Paris to see France in its most traditional way. From the vineyards of Burgundy, the pink sky of Provence, the lavender hills of the Riviera, to the verdant Loire Valley and the D-day beaches of Normandy, each region rings with its own distinctive charm. And they all make the visitor feel as if he had stepped inside an impressionist painting.

COUNTRY INFORMATION Area: 549,000 Square Kilometres Population: 60,000,000 inhabitants Capital City: Paris Currency: French Franc (FRF) Languages: French Time Zones: Winter: GMT + 1; Summer:GMT + 2 Country Phone Code: 33 Country Member of the European Union ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Country Member of the European Union. A valid passport is required. Visas are required for many countries' passport holders, so get information about its validity in the nearest consulate. Under the Schengen agreement, there are no more customs controls for travellers going to France from Belgium and Luxemburg, whatever their nationality. Weather   J F M A M J J A S O N D C° 3.4 4.2 6.6 9.5 13.2 16.4 18.4 18.0 15.3 11.4 6.7 4.2 F° 38 39 44 49 55 62 65 64 59 52 44 40 SOCIAL AND BUSINESS CUSTOMS Do not forget: "a la carte": extensive choice for each course and more expensive "menu": a set meal at a fixed price with dishes selected from the a la carte menu Meeting Venues in France

USEFUL INFORMATION Electricity: 220 volts, European 2 round thin pins. National Public Holidays: New Year's Day (Jan 1st); Easter Monday (Apr 24th); Labor Day (May 1st); Armistice Day (May 8th); Ascension Day (June 1st); Whit Monday (June 12th); National Day (Jul 14th); Assumption Day (Aug 15th); All Saints'Day (Nov 1st); Armistice Day (Nov 11th); Christmas Day (Dec 25th). Tipping: In restaurants and hotels, service is included in the bill but a small additional tip is often left. For small services tipping is customary. Banks Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm Some banks are opened on Saturday from 9 am till noon Health: No shot is necessary. Domestic Airlines: Air France, AOM, Air Liberté & TAT TOURISM AND LEISURE Paris, the city of lights. The riviera, the sea of stars. The Alps, the roof of Europe. The Loire, the river of kings.