Minotel des Princes, Chambery

Advantages: fresh fruits, somptuous ice creams, located in the centre of Paris
Disadvantages: not suitable for meat fan, slightly pricey

...*** Bonjour*** You are a tourist in visit in "Paname" (Paris) and you are in quest for a refreshing, comfy and exotic place in the centre of Paris or in the suburbs, you can just drop in one of the 17 restaurants of "Paradis des Fruits" … translated as "Fruits Heaven" … what does this tempting and attractive eden place hide? Paradis des Fruits is a unique type of restaurants offering fruity, refreshing food in an tropical setting. If Mr/Mrs Customer is the " King" …Mr/Mrs "Fruit" is the "Prince" of "royal" Paradis des Fruits. Most recipes and cocktails, yoghurts, milkshake are based out of fresh fruits. Fruits from all around the world knock on your door … Come in, Sit down, Get yourself comfortable, breath in and take a look at the menu: select between the Fruit Bar, Vitamin Menu or the Fruit Desert. If the items... Read review

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Advantages: Tranquillity in the heart of Paris
Disadvantages: Zoo might be smelly in hot weather

...The area in Paris known as the Jardin des plantes is very tranquil and you would find it hard to believe you are in one of the major European cities of the world. In this area you will find a large park of botanical gardens and a menagerie. An ideal place to sit a while and take refreshments from the cafe, or wander around the pathways and sit for a while for a therapeutic break from the hustle and bustle of the city. I have visited here several times, at different times of the year, and even in the height of the tourist season the area was not overcrowded. The area is easily reached by several metro stations, RER and SNCF at Gare d'austerlitz and buses on routes 47 and 89. Centuries ago the botanical gardens were used for growing herbs, for medicinal purposes. The oldest public zoo, Menagerie, in France is situated... Read review

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Advantages: Beautiful small typical French chateau lovingly restored by owners
Disadvantages: B&B, not suitable for small children or disabled guests

...staying at fab places en route. But that's another story ! The last couple of times we've done very little except hang out around the chateau, playing Scrabble, talking, swimming and sleeping. The Royal town of Amboise is a short drive away (5kms). Leonardo da Vinci was lured here by Francois I, and given his own small palace, the Clos-Luce. The maestro eventually died at Clos Luce and there is, of course a museum with appropriate exhibits commemorating the great man. Well worth a visit. We've stayed at the Chateau des Ormeaux many times, always met interesting people and each time it's harder to leave. It feels like home. I love love love the Chateau des Ormeaux and am looking forward to our next visit. Check out their website chateauxdesormeaux.fr for pictures and contact details.... Read review

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