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Stay in our NEW Petite B&B Lisbon apartment
& NEW Porto B&B
As featured in past newsletters our B&B service has expanded - we now offer B&Bs and apartments in Portugal's capital, Lisbon and the gastronomy capital of Porto.
NEW Porto B&B Petite Porto B&B01 -Carmen's home Click HERE to enquire
A
private family run intimate professional B&B home - a historic
one-of-a-kind B&B in Porto, nestled in the historic heart, it is the
first and only luxury guesthouse on the waterfront Ribeira, overlooking
the famous Douro river.
Part
of UNESCO's World Heritage Site since 1996, and classified National
Monument, our Petite B&B building enjoys breathtaking vistas.
Here you are only steps away from an abundance of attractions and historical monuments, boat tours, funicular, and more!
Totally
renovated interior with modern comfort and quality, the home offers
eight rooms, immaculate and elegant with large windows.
On arrival, a bottle of Portuguese wine or Porto - of course!
Click HERE to enquire about this B&B, or for more information about travelling to Portugal.
Thinking about Portugal?
No surprise thanks to the steady rise of this under-rated but just voted BEST NEW European hotspot.
Dan stayed at Petite
Paris Apt482 Delphine's luxury home on the Seine
"We
were very happy to stay at Delphine's place in Paris. The location was
excellent and could not have been any better for us. The apartment
was great. An older charming Paris apartment in a beautiful older
building right on the Seine. Perfect! Delphine was great in responding
to our questions and needs. When there was a problem with the TV she was
right on it to fix it immediately. We had a fantastic time and I was
happy to renew visiting my old haunts from the past.
All in all the experience was wonderful. You made it easy for me with
your concern and keeping in touch. We would definitely use Delphine
again for our next trip to Paris and would use your service and
recommend it to anyone we know who is thinking of renting an apartment
in Paris. Thanks again for your help in placing us there. A bien tot!
This Apartment is on
SALE Now to March 2017
275euro p/night for up to 4 guests (normal rate 325euro)
NEW Apartment AVAILABLE NOW for 2017 Anne's Apartment #491 (Location: 4eme Marais)
Rate: 199europer night for up to 3 guests Weekly: 1299euro Monthly: 3499euro * includes welcome bottle of French wine
* excludes Christmas and New Year period to 3rd Jan
Maddy stayed at Petite B&B433 Natacha's rooftop home
"It was such a breeze to reach Natacha’s B&B - a very short distance
from the metro. On arrival I was greeted very warmly by Natacha and her
gorgeous little off-sider Dixy. We then stepped out on to the
impressive roof top terrace which was filled with greenery and
spectacular vistas.
The room with ensuite was spacious, comfortable, bright and airy. A
bookshelf, small table and chairs, coffee and tea was at one’s disposal.
Being an early bird, I enjoyed my freshly brewed coffee and a
traditional French and hearty breakfast with Natacha. In addition, every
morning Natacha would place one new and fresh French pastry as a
tasting treat.
The
wonderful sites and experiences of Paris were extraordinary and
Natacha’s knowledge of her ‘backyard’ was welcoming and informative. I
thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Natacha’s B&B. I cannot thank her
enough for her generosity and it would be really lovely to return again.
The
passages are old-fashioned shopping malls from the late 1700s and early
1800s that provided cover from rain, mud and horses for the chic
shopping ladies of yesteryear. There is something special about these
secret little passageways. Walking into each one feels like you are
unwrapping a different gift. There are ones that silently slide off
major streets revealing hidden gems under coloured, colourful galleries.
The most famous passage is Vivienne (MAP)
in the 2nd Arrondissement with its spectacular mosaic tiles and great
shopping - the modern art gallery is found here as well as a fabulous
florist, a killer tea salon A Priori The, and a book store of rare finds, Bistro Vivienne, a fine wine shop and the creme de la creme is Jean Paul Guaultier - and more.
Passage Colbert (MAP) is also beautiful, possibly more grand than Vivienne - above is the brasserie Le Grand Colbert, from the movie 'Something's Gotta Give'. Utterly romantic!
Panoramas Passage (MAP) is the oldest with many restaurants and cafes and a fabulous engraver.
Jouffroy Passage (MAP)
specialises in toys and a great needlepoint shop, old movie posters,
Lebanese pastries and the wax museum of Paris, Musée Grévin is here.
Verdeau Passage (MAP) specialise in antiques, comics, musical instruments and engravings), among others.
SALE B&B #3 Pascal & Anne's B&B#424 (Location: 10eme Gare du Nord)
WAS 150euro p/night for 2 guests SALE Rate: 124euro(October - February) * includes breakfasts and welcome bottle of French wine
* excludes Christmas and New Year period to 3rd Jan
NEW4 bedroomApartment AVAILABLE NOW for 2017 Elisabeth's Apartment #463 (Location: 9eme Gallerie Lafayette)
* 2 levels of gorgeous Parisian living - entirely private self contained for families and groups of up to 13!
Rate: 540euro per night for up to 8 guests 660europer night for up to 13 guests
*
includes welcome bottle of French wine, free wifi, all kitchen
utilities and provisions, towels and linens, TV, cable, phone, Air/Heat *
excludes Christmas and New Year period to 3rd Jan
10 reasons to visit Paris in Winter (1. 'It's most BEAUTIFUL')
2. What's
more romantic than snow, scarves and faux-furry jackets in warm wood
fired bistros, those heated outdoor cafes, or stepping out from a museum
into falling snowflakes?! Our cult classic cafe picks are these:
Café Les deux MagotsMAP - or Brasserie Lipp across the rue.
Laduree @ Rue BonapartreMAP
(need we say more? Just add hot chocolate and pastries)
Café de FloreMAP
Large windows make for perfect indoor spot watching outdoor
And off the beaten track: Le Cafe Livres MAP
Floor to ceiling books, free to read, lounges and endless cups
Le ValentinMAP
Inside 'Passage Jouffroy' is this tea-lovers haven. Upstairs is best.
3. GREAT B&B discounts in the Winter season.
Note our annual: Petite Paris Sale Nov - March To see all our B&BS and apartment on SALECLICK HERE
4. Cheaper airfares. Return airfare with Qatar from $1100 in January and February. www.qatar.com & check www.farecompare.com 5.
Christmas is magnificent and gorgeous. The city lights up even more as
Christmas and Winter brings a surreal magic to the city. It's the season
for walking the streets while sipping Vin Chaud (hot wine) and being
dazzled.
To find out what to see and Do at Christmas
Buy our 'Christmas in Paris' eBook
for only $3.99 HERE (preview the first pages before purchasing)
Inside find out where all the festivites are, Christmas markets,
beautiful light displays, ice skating, recitals, gourmet walking tour,
where to dine on Christmas day and more...
Favourite spots to enjoy Christmas markets and street cheer is
Montmartre - get off at Abbesses Metro and make your way up to the
famous Place du Tertre and the Sacre Coeur BasilicaMAP
6. Shorter museum lines and metro lines/crowds – no elbow nudging, shoulder rubbing, sweaty crowded madness.
7. Catch stellar shows with amazing seats at the Opera or Ballet. www.operadeparis.fr. Best seats at restaurants too - no booking.
Swan Lake running this December 2016 at Opera Bastille. Tickets from as low as 5euro!!!!!Click here
8. Parisians agree Winter cuisine is better - but who wants to eat cassoulet or beef bourguignon when the temperature is soaring?
We recommend: La Fontaine du Mars - best Cassoulet and Beef Bourguignon!
7eme - 129 rue Saint Dominique 75007 - MAP Open 12-3pm and 7.30-11pm
9. The second week of
January starts the SOLDES/sales lasting five weeks. By February you can
score soaring bargains - up to 90% off designer stores, local boutiques
and department stores.
10. FEEL LESS LIKE A TOURIST!!
Dress for the weather: Bring a lined
raincoat or heavy coat, waterproof shoes, warm socks, a hat, gloves, a
scarf and pack layers. A thermal undershirt takes up very little luggage
room and will come in handy. If it’s sunny and chairs are cascading the
sidewalk, you’ll be surrounded by locals, and gas heaters.
Over
50 baby-friendly, kid-friendly and family activities and things to do
and see in Paris, listed by neighbourhood PLUS plenty of baby city
advice. Baby-friendly restaurants, public toilets, getting around,
transport, safety.
Kids gardens, amusement parks,
playgrounds, museums, ice creamery, pony rides, puppet shows, kids
ballet, Louvre Museum family tours, child-friendly restaurants, outdoor
pools, ice skating and more...
PREVIEW the first 40 pages FREE
and/or BUY IT HERE
