2. The majority of banks are open from 9:00 to 16:30. Banks can also be closed for a lunch break during a day. Banks remain the best place to exchange currency. As a rule they offer the most favorable rates and are more beneficial than exchange offices.
3. Large restaurants, shopping centers and supermarkets accept payments by credit cards. Cash will be definitely needed only for the travellers who …
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There are quite a lot of sights in the city, and many tourists, as well as local people, prefer hiring transport to explore them. It is recommended to use the services of local companies offering bike rentals (Pedego or Bike Basque). Besides being good for health, such bicycle tours are easy and convenient. To feel the adrenaline in your blood sitting on a Helicopter passenger seat please contact Aéroclub Basque. …
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Cesta Punta is another Festival revealing the "soul" of Biarritz to everyone who's interested in learning more about it. It is dedicated to Pelota - Basque sport. It is believed that this game has become a kind of prototype of squash. And Cesta Punta is a championship for this sport taking place in the middle of March. This is a really authentic event, and failing to attend it while in the City of the Ocean (a …
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Couples wishing to find an extraordinary setting for spending their holidays should not ignore Hotel Maïtagaria. Located near lively Clemenceau Square, it occupies a restored historic villa. The hotel has managed to preserve the unique atmosphere of the past, which is emphasized by romantic-style vintage accessories and an abundance of fresh flowers. The old villa is surrounded by a lush garden where besides the …
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Hotel Edouard VII also attracts travelers with its inimitable atmosphere and rich history. The first guest house was opened in a beautiful mansion back in the 19th century, and high-ranking people, including Napoleon III, preferred to stay within its walls. For many years, the mansion had been the main seat of the mayor of Biarritz, all kinds of solemn receptions and official events took place here. In memory of …
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Another attractive place for admirers of elite shopping is Natacha multi-brand store. It has Dior and Prada pavilions and a large Hugo Boss boutique. In this store, you can get not only new clothes and shoes but also stylish brand accessories, as well as cosmetics and perfumes. Budget travelers should visit the neighborhood of Biarritz, where a popular BAB2 outlet is located. All-year-round quality items of …
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Moving around in France - transportation
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The country’s road network is about 1,000,000 kilometers. It is worth noting that most of them have a good quality pavement. The road network is divided into motorways, national roads, and departmental roads. But, despite the fact that the quality of road in the country is at a very high level, it is often very difficult for tourists to travel by car, especially in large cities. This is due to the fact that in the country there is an acute shortage of parking spaces, and also during rush hour there are lots of unimaginable traffic jams. The country also has well-developed air transportation infrastructure. In Paris alone, there are two large airports operating simultaneously. They are located in the north and south of the city. The largest international airports operate in Bordeaux, Marseilles, Strasbourg, and Toulon. Nevertheless, there are some companies that conduct domestic flights.
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Economy roadmap of France
It should be noted that nuclear power plants have received special development in France. The Country’s use of atomic energy can be compared only with the energy potential of the United States of America. In Pierrelatte today, is located one of the largest plants dedicated to uranium enrichment, while in Normandy, a plant for the processing of radioactive waste successfully functions. On the basis of this, it is possible to draw the conclusion that France not only successfully uses atomic energy, but is also able to perfectly obtain its by-products, without hurting the environment. It is worth noting that France, despite its meager energy potential with regards to fossil fuels, has created an incredibly powerful system for generating electricity. This is why it produces much more energy than it consumes and actively exports its surplus to neighboring countries of the European Union, including Switzerland.
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