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Preparing your trip to Perpignan: advices & hints - things to do and to obey

1. The best way to pay for goods and services in Perpignan is national currency which should better be exchanged prior to a journey. Local banks and private currency exchange offices offer less profitable rates apart from charging a rather high transaction fee.
2. Prudent tourists should attentively examine menu on their visit to any of the city restaurants as commonly the menu contains two types of prices being the «au comptoir» and «a salle». The first type of prices is for visitors setting at a bar counter meanwhile the second type of price is for the visitors choosing a table in a restaurant hall. As a rule the «au comptoir» price is up to 15 – 20% lower than the «a salle» price.
3. Many local hotels serve free continental breakfasts for their guests. Many tourists will find the breakfast rather shy. Commonly the morning meal comprises croissants and other hot pastry with butter and marmalade as well as coffee.
4. The heat of the tourist season in Perpignan falls in summer. Hotels for this period should be reserved in advance. Another climax of tourist traffic in Perpignan is witnessed within Christmas holidays as this season features numerous entertaining events and festive markets and fairs.
5. Local people treat foreign tourists rather warm and friendly however they speak foreign languages rather unwillingly. To win goodwill of local folks and show respect towards local culture tourists should learn some phrases in French. It will be appropriate to have a French conversation book at hand during a journey. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Shopping addicts should focus on beauty products and perfumes of local production which are known in the world for their high quality. The same much hunted souvenir is local wines which can be bought in any specialized store located on the premises of local wineries.
7. An optimum type of city transport is a bus running to any desired part of the city. On the weekdays the buses run in 15 minute intervals meanwhile on weekends the buses run with larger intervals. Taxi is a rather expensive way to cruise the city of Perpignan. However taxi service will be convenient for those tourists travelling in large groups.
Perpignan meets its guests with beautiful architectural complexes, ancient religious and fortifying constructions, numerous museums and scenic streets being the best destination for hiking. … Open
8. Local restaurants and taxis welcome tips. Paying a bill one should add a 10% cash reward. Taxi drivers expect the same reward. Hotel maids and hair stylists will be enough of 0.5 to 1 Euro reward for their services.
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What to visit being in Perpignan - unique sights

Teatro-Museo Dali

From the series “Houses of Famous People and Stars Currently Open to Tourists”
In the museum not only the works of Salvador Dali, but also the paintings of other outstanding painters are preserved. During his lifetime Salvador collected a large collection of art. The jewelery collection that Salvador Dali has created especially for a rich American Owen Cheatham is considered one of the most interesting. The collection of the works of the great surrealist presented in the museum is the largest exposure of his paintings in the world. Apart from the paintings and sculptures, the three-dimensional collages created by the painter are of great value, including the famous room with the face May West. The tomb, in the balsamierten body Salvador Dalis rests, is likewise in the building and is open to the visitors. … Read further

Torre Galatea

From the series “Top 16 Most Amazing Buildings of the Planet”
In this beautiful building Salvador Dali has spent the last years of his life. Today, Torre Galatea is a museum dedicated to the work of the world famous painter. The most unusual 'exhibit' of the museum is in the central hall. Here was the tomb in which Salvador Dali rests. Hundreds of tourists from all over the world come to the museum every day to admire the artist's mortal cover and to see the unique works of art. The original 'Temple of Surrealism' is one of the most recognizable and unique art museums in the world. … Read further

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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto

The project organizers note that the new Kyoto hotel is perfect for both business and leisure. Just to remind you, the opening of the Roku Kyoto hotel took place in the city in 2021. The luxury hotel also never ceases to amaze guests with its exquisite atmosphere and variety of services. It is close to famous attractions like Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Shozan Resort Kyoto Pavilion is a short walk from the hotel. Read this

25.04.2024

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Travelling to Perpignan - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Perpignan. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.
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