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Moving around in France - transportation
It is also worth noting that water transportation is also common in the country. For the most part, it is represented by comfortable ferries that run between France and England, as well as between France and Ireland. Also very popular among tourists are cruise ships and ferries, which go straight to Corsica from Marseille or Toulon. In the vicinity of Paris, especially in the midst of tourist seasons, there are various small pleasure boats from which tourists will have the opportunity of seeing the various surrounding sights. The ships differ in classes, depending on the service and the cultural program.
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Economy roadmap of France
Also, recently, France began actively investing in shipbuilding, and electrical engineering. The Country is rich in Iron, Uranium ores, as well as Potassium salts. This provided a solid foundation for the development and improvement of the Mining Industry. It should be noted that non-ferrous metallurgy in France is also developed at a very high level, and contemporary shops for steelmaking occupy the leading positions in the world ratings on equipment and quality of production. As far as power generation is concerned, France is able to provide half the country’s own raw material. They continue to obtain bituminous coal in some regions of France. However, its share in the energy balance is less than 6%. Oil stockpiles in the country are limited. The significant dependence of France on the import of oil is still observed even today. Gas reserves in the country are also severely depleted, so the state annually tries to reduce the amount of its production. … Open
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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28.04.2024
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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28.04.2024
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Weekend in Lyon in original style
When you're getting hungry, do not rush to the nearest restaurant. In search of delicious French treats, it's recommended to go to the Saone River. The fact that the waterfront is one of the most lively tourist spots does not detract from its gastronomic advantages. Here at small street stalls, you can always buy the freshest baguettes and other great pastries. It is here that you can try delicious strawberry cakes … Open 
Festivals and events in Lyon
Comic books are also loved in France, and the Lyon BD taking place in early June owes its existence to this big love. The abbreviation "BD" in French means "Bande Dessinée" - the "ninth art", comics. The festival is so popular that hundreds of other events are held within its framework, and no superhero could manage to fit into one cultural institution. That is why the event occupies different venues in Lyon - … Open
Active recreation
Fans of simulators will find several great places. First of all, this is AviaSim where one can feel like a pilot and fly along the Earth’s orbit. Of equal interest are such VR clubs as DreamAway and BPK Entertainment. Want to try your luck? There is no better place than Pharaon Partouche. Visitors to this casino can play slot machines as well as roulette. In addition, a fine restaurant and lounges are … Open
Advices for travellers
7. It’s better to change currency in one of the local banks, however, it is necessary to pay attention to the commission charged. In private exchange offices rates aren’t the most profitable, and sometimes the commission can be up to 15% of the convertible amount. 8. In restaurants and cafes be sure to leave a tip; usually 10 - 15% of the order would be sufficient. Budget travelers should … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Voisin is another great gastronomy shop for tourists who prefer edible souvenirs. It sells incredibly beautiful handmade chocolates featuring exquisite decoration, as well as elite varieties of coffee and tea, marshmallows of all colors of the rainbow, and natural fruit marmalade. The price level is quite high, but many sweets can only be found in this place. Those who think about bringing a bottle of excellent … Open
Lyon for children - what to visit
Lyon has many unusual amusement parks. One of the most original is Mini World Lyon. In this beautiful miniature park, there are many interesting expositions thought out to the smallest detail which are very interesting to watch. Here you can see copies of world famous landmarks, and mock-ups of famous world capitals and natural sights. Miniature cars ply along the road in this park. In the parks and courtyards of … Open
