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Bordeaux, France
You know it's going to be a good day when you wake up to a bowl of steaming hot chocolate and fresh croissants. There are some things the French just know how to do right.
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Do with Bordeaux what you do with your wine - savour it. Now
classify it as you would your claret and you would be looking at
a vintage crop with lots of character, and a beautiful rounded finish
leaving you wanting more. Tucked away in the south west of France,
Bordeaux is a city of 18th century grandeur, a delightful mix of
white stone façades, traditional cobblestone streets and
elegant boulevards. It is also renowned for its large university
community and superb shopping potential - to say nothing of a thriving
nightlife that ensures ample opportunity to sample the aforementioned
tipple.
Plus points:
Proximity to Atlantic coast
Famous wine-growing region
Great history & museums
Lively nightlife
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Whatever the reason one chooses to visit Bordeaux, everyone shares
the same inherent love of wine and refined gastronomy. Once you
arrive you will discover a laid-back, pleasant city, with a wide
range of cafes, restaurants, and elegant shops.
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