Visiting France with a passion? Try a charming hotel centered around your special interest.
April 27, 2009 // 0 CommentsTourists to France custom-tailor their stays at themed hotels catering to skiers, gourmets, cyclists, wine-lovers and more.
France has always been a top tourist destination for Americans, Brits and others. But sharing a passion for France doesn’t mean all travellers are the same or want to see or experience the same things. Some are more into the history of France, while others want to combine sports with their holiday. Others just want to experience the food and wine that France has to offer. And many sophisticated travellers want to immerse themselves in the culture of the country rather than keep it at arm’s length. Until recently, packaged tours and large, impersonal hotels didn’t take much of this into account. But there’s good news: like everything else these days, travel is becoming more customized to the individual.
Take Logis hotels. While it’s the biggest hotel chain in Europe, Logis combines 3,000 hotels of character and charm all over France, and most are unique, unlike the cookie-cutter images the idea if chain hotels conjures up in the US. Better still, all Logis hotels, no matter how different they are, must adhere to a quality standard that makes a stay at one of their charming hotels in France guaranteed to be comfortable and pleasant, with only happy surprises in store. The news is that, while Logis Hotels still make use of their handy “fireplace” ratings system ( the more fireplace symbols assigned to a given hotel, the more luxurious the accommodation) the network now also classifies their hotels by theme or area of interest. This means that those who are visiting France with a more specific activity in mind than general sightseeing will be able to find the hotel that more closely fits their idea of the perfect French vacation for them.
If you love vacations centered around winter sports, you know location is key. You don’t want to waste precious time getting to the action. In a Logis hotel labelled Logis Neige (Snow) you’ll be right in the middle of the white stuff, at or near the slopes, so in many cases you can ski right out the door. Whether in the French winter wonderlands of Courchevel, Megeve, Mirabel or Grenoble, you’ll be in a warm and cozy hotel that keeps your needs in mind, from a locked, ventilated room to store and dry out your gear to trail maps and ski conditions posted in the lobby every morning and a hearty breakfast to keep you going strong.
Other sports-minded individuals will appreciate the Logis hotels geared toward other activities in the great outdoors. Logis Peche (fishing), Velo (cycling) and Randonnee (Hiking) hotels in France are all perfectly situated near rivers or in countryside full of marked out trails. Each charming hotel caters to the special enthusiasms of its guests, and the proprietor and staff of each hotel are knowledgable about the area, showering guests with tips on the best fishing spots, the most challenging bike routes and the most picturesque scenery to be found along hiking trails, providing maps and making introductions to local tours and guides.
If you’re looking for a vacation in France that’s a bit more relaxing, Logis offers hotels they call Logis Nature-Silence. These are located in tranquil, beautiful areas in the mountains, countryside or by the shore that will lift your spirits, soothe your soul and make you forget all about the hustle and bustle of the city. The hotels themselves have been carefully enhanced for peace and quiet.
Other hotels in the chain are designated Logis Caractere (Hotels of Character) for their authentic and charming architecture, decor and atmosphere. These are perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the culture and history of the region of France they are visiting. And for those whose passion is wine, there are the Logis Bacchus hotels, named for the Roman god of the vine. These are situated in the heart of the world-renowned, historic and beautiful wine regions of France, such as Burgundy, the Loire and Languedoc among many others. Here oenophiles can design an all-wine-all-the-time vacation, with visits to local vineyards, chateaux and cellars; special tours and wine tastings organized by the hotel’s proprietor, and tips on the proper serving of local wines and the best pairings with food.
Speaking of food, no discussion of any Logis hotel would be complete without mentioning the excellent cuisine the chain is known for in its hotel-restuarants all over France. The menus are concentrated around regional fare prepared by accomplished chefs, but without the pretentions–or high prices–of more snobbish establishments, and the conviviality and ease of the atmosphere adds immeasurably to the enjoyment of the satisfying and well-executed meals.
Whatever your passion, for sport, sightseeing, sipping or scenery, there is a Logis hotel that will allow you to plan a vacation in France you can truly call your own.
Services
- Fishing vacation
- Cycling vacation
- Hiking vacation
- Snowing vacation
- Distinctive vacation
- Wine testing vacation
- Business accommodation
Booking hotline : +33 1 45 84 83 84
Central Reservation : info@logis-de-france.fr
Web : http://www.logis-de-france.fr/uk/
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