Eurostar Deals, Ferry Offers, Tourist Information

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Disneyland Resort Offers

During our Magical Summer Days, save up to 40% in one Disney® Hotel or at the Elysée Val d'Europe per arrival date. More details here.

Centenary Events In Cambrai

2009 marks the centenary of Louis Blériot’s great achievement. The year has been declared “Louis Blériot Year” in Cambrai and numerous celebrations and events will be commemorating both the figure of Louis Blériot himself and the birth of aviation throughout the spring and summer of 2009. More details here.

Celebration of Louis Blériot’s Channel Crossing

Calais celebrations, more details here.

Eurostar Business Class

St Omer Hotels & Restaurants

If you are thinking of paying a trip to St Omer don't go without first visiting the Loisirs - Gourmets website. Hotels in the area include:

• Le Bretagne
• Hôtel Château Tilques
• La Crinoline
• Les Frangins
• A la Grande Sainte-Catherine
• Hostellerie des Trois Mousquetaires
• Au Rallye d'Artois
• Hotel Saint-Louis / Le Flaubert
• Le Saint-Sébastien

More details here

May Bank Holiday Breaks - France and Belgium

• Short cinematography
• Fun for all the family
• Jazz Festivals
• Gastronomic Lille
• A night at the museum
• Celebrate Diversity

More details here.

Ferry To France From £19 - Norfolkline

Multi-trip offers for cross-channel ferry sailingsA Multi-trip pass allows you to purchase unlimited crossings from £19 each way. You don’t have to specify dates or times of travel when you book and it’s totally transferable, so you can share with your friends, colleagues, even clients. To find the best fares get a quote using Norfolkline's online booking facility. More Nofolkline details here.

Dover Boulogne Ferry Service - Starts early

More details here.

4 Star Hotel At Half Price in Lille

This new hotel with futuristic design combines top of the range comfort and facilities. Set in the heart of Lille, the situation of the Crowne Plaza Lille is ideal, central and very convenient.

From Friday to Sundays, a room is 99 € the night (instead of 195€) including breakfast. Half board supplement 30 €. Subject to availability, offer valid until the end of April 2009.

More details here.

Eurotunnel Offers - FlexiPlus Fares

FlexiPlus fares are perfect for travellers requiring convenience and flexibility - turn up early or late; you can travel on the next available shuttle. If you wish to amend your booking you can do so at no extra cost. More details here.

Improvements for Eurostar travellers at Paris Gare du Nord

Eurostar, the high-speed train operator that links the UK to the Continent, today launched a series of expansion works at Paris Gare du Nord which will improve the station’s Eurostar check-in area - delivering faster and easier access to the departure lounge for Eurostar travellers. More details here.

On The Flemish Coast

The latest information and events including:

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London And Ashford To Avignon

Weekly direct service runs July – September 2009 - Fares start from £99 return, more details from here.

3,600 Tourism Offices & Information Centres

The essential tourism website for anyone visiting France. More details here.

Eurostar Business Class - Business Premier

Eurostar's dedicated Business Class - Business Premier provides first class travel between London, Ashford, Paris and Brussels. More details here.

Beyond Brussels

Brussels isn’t the be all and end all of Belgium you know. Travel to  Ghent, Bruges or Antwerp, for example for no extra charge. More details here.

Restaurants In France

Looking for somewhere to eat in east reach of the channel ports? We've put together a compilation from; Berck, Boulogne, Calais, Cap Gris Nez, Campieullesgn-les-Petites, Camiers Ste Cecile, Etaples, Groffliers, Hardelot, Hesdin L'Abbe, Laon, Le Touquet, Marquise, Nampont Saint Martin, Saint Omer, Tilques, Pont de Briques, Vallee De La Coures, Vron, Wimille, Wimereux. More details here.

Supermarket Shopping In France

Thousands of people cross the channel every day to do their shopping at one of the many French Supermarkets in easy reach of the channel ports. If you're looking for some suggestions we list a few of the popular stopping off points here.

Eurotunnel Itinerary Recommendations

Need some suggestion for a trip across the channel?

• The Flemish Art Collection

• Calais Côte d’Opale first taste of France

• Passchendaele 1917 - 2007 commemoration

• Discover the Saint Omer region

• Romantic Antwerp 

• Paris Ile De France

• Discovery tour of the Ardennes

• Royal towns and the art de vivre 

• Daytrip shopping ideas

• Market days in Nord-Pas de Calais

• Châteaux in Wallonia 

More details here.

Travel to Paris or Brussels with quality hotels at budget prices, more details here.

Seafrance Latest Offers

Save on cruising holidays in France and Interhomes here.

Le Touquet Restaurants

Something for every budget and taste, recommendations include: Les Cimaises, Flavio, Le Café des Arts, Perard and Le Matisse. More details here.

Eurostar Leisure Select

You want to travel in style and get your holiday off to the perfect start click here.

Nausicaa Sea Life Centre, Boulogne - Centre National de la Mer

A tour of the Sea Life facility will take you about three hours in total and really does have something for everyone. The primary role of the centre is to promote understanding of the sea, the creatures that live in it and its sustained use. Full details opening hours and prices here.

What to go and where to see here.

Eurocamp is the market-leader in self-catering holidays to Europe, offering 182 parcs in 9 European countries. The holidays encompass almost every type of activity ranging from canoeing, cycling, horse riding, windsurfing and diving to simply playing in the pools and water features. More details here.

Pierre Et Vacances - Low Cost French Holiday Rentals

Pierre et Vacances are one of the leaders in the French holiday rentals market with over 70 fantastic destinations in France, 45,000 apartments by the sea, in the mountains and city centres. Prices start at under £150 per week. Short off season breaks are available. More details here. 

Honfleur Calvados Tourist Information

Within 3 hours drive from Calais, Honfleur, a busy fishing port on the other side of the magnificent Pont de Normandie, Located between Deauville and Le Havre, Honfleur combines beaches, art, history and gastronomy. More details here.

Le Touquet Paris Plage Events

August event at Le Touquet have something for everyone including : Art, Tennis, Horse Riding, Pétanque, Volley Ball, Archery, Golf, Traditional Games, Athletics, Fireworks, Scrabble and much more. Details here.

Berck-sur-Mer - A P&O Guide

Less than an hour’s drive from Calais, Berck-sur-Mer is a bracing encounter with the sea. With seven and a half miles of fine sandy beach, it is a haven of peace. From the Bay of Authie and its belt of preserved sand dunes, to the ever-green countryside, the region of Canche-Authie is a great destination for an activity break this spring. More details here.

Regular Travellers - The SeaFrance Carnet

If you regularly travel to the Continent you now have the freedom to travel at a moment's notice with our special deal for frequent travellers. More details here.

SeaFrance & RAC European Breakdown Cover

RAC has a policy to suit most needs. Cover is available to RAC members and non-members and can be purchased for a single trip or on an annual basis. But as a SeaFrance customer you can save up to 15% discount plus a further 10% discount for existing RAC members. SeaFrance customers can also save 5% on RAC Travel Insurance. More details here.

Eurostar Best Prices And Deals

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Visiting The Cities of Flanders

We've put together a brief introduction and a link to the official tourism website (in English). The website has a wealth of detail about Flanders, the cities of: Antwerp, Bruges, Brussels and Ghent as well as help information for people wanting to visit the battlefields of west Belgium. More details here.

Gravelines

Gravelines is a great place to visit in low season. If you enjoy taking bracing seaside walks wrapped up against the elements, punctuated by leisurely lunches with shopping and sightseeing this might be the place for you. Click here.  

Eurostar Gift Vouchers - Eurostar Deals

Did you know that you can get electronic or traditional paper from Eurostar? More details here.

Increased Eurostar Snow Trains

Eurostar's direct ski service to the French Alps. Direct Eurostar services from Waterloo or Ashford are an easy journey to the French towns of Moutiers, Aime la Plagne and Bourg St Maurice. Seats still available, extra trains announced; Saturday 10th February - Sunday 18th February. More details here.

Eurostar Hotel Packages From £86

One night in Paris, Brussels or Lille plus return Eurostar travel, terms and conditions do apply. The best deals will go quickly. More information here

La route 39-45 - Wartime Calais

Calais has a number of important WWII military and historic places of interest in the town or very close by. For more details click here.

Tips For Travellers - Revenue And Customs Advice

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is keen to give travellers from the South East some valuable advice to make sure that they have a safe and happy holiday this summer. Officers at Dover are encouraging travellers to take note of their top tips for travelling abroad. More details here.

A Virtual Tour Of Saint-Omer

Looking for a French tourist destination that is just that little bit different? Take a look at the Saint-Omer official website here, it contains everything you are likely to need to know ahead of your visit including what to see and where to go. Saint-Omer is particularly rich in cultural and architectural points of interest not least. From the website you can take a virtual tour of:

• The mansions of Saint-Omer

• Saint-Omer in the 17th century

• The squares of Saint-Omer

• Alderman's Hall and Townhall

• The City Hall and its theatre

• The Hotel de Berghes

• The Hotel Sandelin Museum

• The rue Saint-Bertin

• The Court

• The paintings of the Cathedral

• The Octagonal Tower and pavings of the Cathedral

• The Henri Dupuis Museum

Hotels And Tourist Accommodation In Ostend

From four star luxury to independent farm cottages Ostend has the lot for weekend breaks, low season trips or family seaside holidays. More details here.

Direct Trains To Lille

Lille was the European City Of Culture in 2004 but the area's attraction go way beyond cultural pursuits. More details here. If you book a direct train and hotel accommodation together you're guaranteed to save money with Eurostar.

Champagne Ardenne

Well connected by motorway and just over 2 hours drive from Calais, it’s a fascinating and beautiful area steeped in history and legendary for a certain well known bubbly beverage. More information here.

Day Trips To Calais - Exploring The Calais Coastline

Calais town is on the doorstep of a breathtaking coastline with mile upon mile of huge empty beaches, the fine white sand interrupted only by the tall cliffs of Cap Blanc Nez and Cap Gris Nez. For more information click here.

Le Touquet Paris Plage Tourist Information

Forthcoming events at Le Touquet. Event details in French with plenty of supplementary information in English. Full details at here.

Restaurants In Calais - Dine Out For Free

Sign up to www.nord-de-france.com for a chance one of 32 prizes of dinner for two. There are two draws a year thus doubling your chances of winning. Terms and conditions apply. More details here.

Air France Flights

Pressure from the low cost carriers is helping to force prices down even with flag carriers like Air France. As one of Europe's biggest airlines Air France has great routes into France and further afield. More details here.

Rail Europe - European Rail Tickets, Rail Passes

The UK’s leading supplier of rail travel into France and Europe. The advantages of booking with Rail Europe online include:

• No booking fee (A saving of £6)

• Free UK 1st class delivery of tickets

• Access to exclusive online special offers

More details here.

All You Need To Know About The Pas-De-Calais

The official tourism website for the Pas-de-Calais is one of the best resources around for people wanting to visit: Calaisis, Boulonnais, Canche - Authie, Saint Omer, 7 Vallees, Haut - Artois, Artois, Ternois. For more details click here.

Motorway Driving In France

Expecting to drive on the continent in the near future? Make sure you check out the La Prevention Routiere website for the latest French road safety information. For safer driving in France tips click here.

Château-Thierry

The district of Château-Thierry is known as the land of writers (Jean de La Fontaine, Jean Racine, Paul Claudel) and offers visitors a wide choice of things to do. For more details click here.

Calais Vins

Looking for a large wine warehouse in Calais with easy parking, huge choice and a genuinely personal service? Then click here.

Eurostar Hotels, Holidays And Short Breaks

Did you know that through Eurostar you can not only book your train tickets to a wide range of European destinations but also your hotel and even car hire. More information here.

Visiting Boulogne - Boulogne Tourist Information

The restoration of a direct cross channel link between Dover and Boulogne is playing an important part in the continued plan to regenerate the UK visitor market to a town and port held in the affections of British visitors for many years. More details here.

Taking A Pet Abroad - The Pet Travel Scheme - PETS

The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is the system that allows pet animals from certain countries to enter the UK without quarantine as long as they meet the rules. More details about the scheme here.

French Estate Agents - Estate Agents In The Pas-de-Calais

For contact details of a selection of Estate Agents in the Pas-De-Calais area click here. 

Regular Travel To Europe - Eurostar Deals

Did you know that Eurostar's programme offers regular customers free wine, free travel and hotel accommodation? More details here.

Hotels & Restaurants In St Omer

If you are thinking of paying a trip to St Omer don't go without first visiting the Loisirs - Gourmets website. More information here. 

Guînes et les Trois Pays

Just a short trip from Calais you will find the 3 villages (Les Trois-Pays) of Guines, Licques and Hardinghen. A beautiful landscape and great local produce can be found in the area which is still relatively unspoilt and unknown to most British tourists travelling through the nearby port. More details here.

Villeneuve d'Ascq

Situated between Lille and Roubaix, at the crossroads of the main motorways towards Paris, Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels. Villeneuve d'Ascq is served by great public transport links and is 1 hour from Paris, 38 minutes from Brussels and two hours from London, thanks to the metro it is 15 minutes from Lille airport and 15 minutes from the Lille Europe station. Details can be found here.

La Terre des 2 Caps

You can find La Terre des 2 Caps between Calais and Boulogne and a stone's throw from the the Channel tunnel, a land of gently undulating hills and plains. Click here.

Eurostar Deals - Click here.

We regularly feature Eurostar offers such as: frequent user benefits, Carte Blanche promotions, group booking offers, and discounted tickets. As well as information about Eurostar special services like the Provence train, snow train and Eurostar gift vouchers.

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