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London & Paris 7-Night Exploration with Airfare for (2)

Item Number
118
Estimated Value
13548 USD
Opening Bid
5900 USD

Item Description

This Experience Includes:

  • 4-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt Regency London The Churchill
  • 3-night stay in a standard guest room** at either the Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadero or the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe, including daily breakfast for (2)
  • Round-trip coach class airfare for (2) from the contiguous U.S. and Canada to London or Paris
  • One-way coach class airfare for (2) from London to Paris, or vice versa
  • The purchase of this experience includes a complimentary booking service

LONDON

This city bears no shortage of sights and events to stimulate, educate, and fascinate. Parks and gardens, such as Hyde Park and Serpentine Lake, showcase London’s love affair with natural beauty and its long-lived desire to keep public greens for the benefit of all citizens. History buffs often find themselves swept up in London’s bounty as well. Buckingham Palace, the royal residence, delivers a glimpse of aristocratic life, while the Tower of London titillates with its legacy of intrigue and its Crown Jewels exhibit. Plus, venerableWestminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral serve as time-tested counterpoints to newer sights like theLondon Eye and the Millennium Dome. And don’t forget to cruise the Thames River or try a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour to see such famous landmarks such as Big Ben clock tower, Trafalgar Square, andMarble Arch.

Hyatt Regency London The Churchill
Enjoy a four-night stay in a standard guest room (1 king or 2 twin beds) at this 5-star international first class hotel nestled on the picturesque gardens of Portman Square, just meters north of Marble Arch. The hotel is ideally situated in London's West End, close to many of London's main attractions and exclusive shopping areas. The traditional air-conditioned guest rooms feature a custom look. Well-cushioned seating flanks no-nonsense desks, which feature data ports, broadband Internet access and dual-voltage outlets. Torchere and vase lamps cast fine light on cocktail tables and period furniture, and TVs perch on cabinets with mini-bars below. Mirrored closets, valanced windows, safes and high-quality fabrics are standard. The staff, with near military alertness, plays a large part in making this one of London's best chain links.

PARIS

Paris is an exciting city with an important cultural heritage, endless museums, art galleries, beautiful displays of architecture of different artistic movements, breathtaking sights and a pretty wild nightlife. The range and number of activities and things to do here is only limited by how good a time you want to have. Among all these activities are some that just can't be missed, such as visiting at least some of the hundreds of Parisian museums such as the Louvre, going on tours around the French capital and marveling at sights such as theNotre Dame Cathedral, the famous Eiffel Tower, or the slightly hair-raising experience of strolling through the Catacombes des Paris.  In the middle of the Charles de Gaulle square, adjacent to the 8th, 16th and 17th district, raises The Arc de Triomphe, one of the most prestigious monument in France. Going shopping in Paris means taking a walk around the Marais district, with its trendy boutiques. And if you're a sports fan, in Paris you can enjoy a game played by one of the city's professional teams or participate yourself by going along to one of the various sports centers where you can play your favorite sport.

Renaissance® Hotels Paris
Enjoy a three-night stay in a standard guest room** including daily breakfast for (2) at one of these 5-star Renaissance properties in Paris. Subject to availability and cannot be used during hotel special events.

Renaissance Paris Hotel Le Parc Trocadero – Let this 5-star hotel be your peaceful haven in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods of Paris: near the Champs-Elysées, the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Congress Center. This hotel reflects pure elegance and refinement while maintaining the atmosphere of old Paris. Set in a quiet urban hideaway tucked into a leafy neighborhood of quaint shops and cafés, however once inside, the modern charm and sophistication are unmistakable. Just outside lies a brilliant garden courtyard - a lush dining and relaxation spot belying this city center location. **Guest room at this property offers a choice of (1) king, (1) queen, or (1) twin bed. Rollaway beds are not available. Maximum occupancy of (2) per room.

Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe - Awarded the prestigious 5-star classification, the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe opened in May 2009 and is located few steps away from the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées Avenue. This upscale hotel’s guest rooms are tastefully decorated, with the latest in-room technology. Enjoy dining at the Makassar Lounge Restaurant, serving contemporary French & Indonesian cuisine. **Guest room at this property offers a choice of (1) king or (1) queen. Rollaway beds are not available. Maximum occupancy of (2) per room.

International Airfare
American Airlines
 - This package includes round-trip coach class service for (2) from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to London or Paris, subject to availability. A Saturday night stay is required. Flights will not accrue AAdvantage miles. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The following blackout dates apply:

2011: Dec 16-31. 2012: Jan 1-3; Dec 14, 2012-Jan 2, 2013.

Air certificates allow open jaw travel (you may choose to fly into one city and return from a different city to your original starting location).

Domestic Airfare
This package also includes coach class airfare for (2) from London to Paris, or vice versa.

Airfare will expire one year from the date of purchase. Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included unless where specified.