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Beauvais Airport is the main Paris airport that many budget European airlines fly into. Basically it looks like a cattle shed, but the fares are cheap and actually has all the amenities you need, resaurant/cafe, shop seating areas,souvenir shops (for those little extras).
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I love Air France. I have flown them twice, round trip from the US in the past 6 months and will be flying them 2 more times over the next couple of months. Past trips have all been in economy; one of the ones coming up will be in L'Espace Affaires (business) -- I can hardly wait!
In November I flew from Houston to Paris and back on Air France. They operate the Boeing 777 on this route. I was in economy class and was treated very well. The plane was clean and comfortable; the food and wine were very good -- for airline food; and the seat back entertainment was good. The people on the ground were ok -- not overly friendly but not rude or surly either. In the air, the cabin crew was excellent. In Paris, the ground personnel were anything but friendly, but alas, that is Paris. In Feb I flew round trip out of Los Angeles (LAX) on Boeing 747 equipment -- everything as good as the Houston trip except this 747 did not have personal seat back entertainment -- just the screens that have everyone watching the same thing at once -- this was only this way in economy and Air France is upgrading to individual seat back entertainment on these aircraft also. Also, this was not a problem on the way there as the movie was "Sideways" and was an excellent movie. The food was great and unlike most of the US flag carriers, the wine is still included at no extra charge!
I'll have to let you know how the Business class experience is in a few weeks. Air France has great low fares (check out Orbitz and airfrance.com for the lowest fares.) Some of their flights are Delta Airlines codeshare flights -- you'll have to pay for your wine on these flights. But anyone hesitating to try them -- I'd say go ahead -- you'll be pleasantly surprised. Leave a Comment
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Flying out of CDG
While the building is beautiful, pretty much easy to get round, the airport does have one major flaw. It’s boring!
Since the general guideline for international travel is to be at the airport 3 hours before departure, this can cause some down time. With only a hand full of places to eat and even less shops, and no TVs , mini museums, or other activities. I would suggest bringing a good book and something to keep the kids entertained.
This was a major disappointment! I felt like I was in an over grown regional airport rather than a major international. Airport management should visit Schiphol, now that’s an airport you can spend hours at and actually enjoy the wait. Leave a Comment Theme: Airplane
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The Paris Beauvais Shop is located at 1 Boulevard Pershing, near the Porte Maillot Metro stop. When you come out of the Underground, go towards then past the large shopping/ civic centre ; the corner where the Beauvais Airport bus leaves is on your left and Paris BeauvaisShop on your right. Was a trick to find initially as I had flown into Bergerac. Buses are approximately hourly and you will beencourgaed to take the coach marked for your flight. The journey is more than an hour and your flight will be open, or ready to open, when you get there. What happens if there is an accedent, break down or gridlock , I don't know - the budgetairlines are never too accomodating ! I suggest you get the coach BEFORE the one advertised to be on the safe side
There is alink for the shuttle bus on the web site below Leave a Comment
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If possible try to find a train travelling to Paris rather than flying.
Having travelled to Paris from several European cities on various modes of transport I can say without a doubt trains are the most conveniant and after adding the hidden charges of plane travel (especially from the UK), trains often work out cheaper!
The main advantage though is that trains (e.g. the Eurostar and SNCF) take you right into the centre of Paris where the metro, RER or taxis can get you to your hotel in minutes.
After flying however I have often spent many frustrating hours trying to travel with luggage the many miles into the centre of Paris to find my hotel.
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On returning home, US Airways overbooked our flight. They asked for volunteers to take a flight the next day. They offered a $600 travel voucher or $400 in cash, a night at a 4 star hotel, The Hilton Airport, breakfast, lunch and dinner. I took the cash offer and later found out that only 50% of those people who accept the voucher actually use it.
I would stay again at the Hilton Airport. The rooms were excellent and so was the food.
TIP: The airlines first select those who choose the voucher over the cash payment.
Choose Wisely!!!
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the largest airport serving Paris and the second busiest passenger airport in Europe after London Heathrow. My biggest fear was not getting my luggage back, but all was well.
This airport needs some renovation... Leave a Comment
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Paris has got very good network of transportation but buying ticket for every travel is an expensive affair so you can buy this weekly pass called as Carté Oranage for around €14. Unlimited travel is covered between zone 1 and 2. If you are tourist, this suffices your purpose as most of the monuments are located in this region. Note the fact that this card is valid from Monday to Sunday. A ID card size or even thumbnail size picture required (otherwise there are photomats in almost all stations)
Should you be not staying for a week or for some other reason you have to buy tickets, buy a bunch of 10, it saves you couple of euros.
No museum fee or other stuff is covered in this card, it is simply a travel card for a week.
Don't forget to pick up Paris Tourismé map from the ticket window, its free and becomes very handy when you are on a flying visit to many monuments. Leave a Comment
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It was my first flight on Air Transat. Was also my first flight on a low cost airline instead of a legacy one. Many people complain about those airlines in general or Air Transat specifically. Well, it was not bad at all. Decent pitch allowing some space for the legs ( I am 6 foot tall ), free food, altough very basic, polite and available staff. I didn't need to carry 60 pounds luggages ( the allowance on Air Transat is lower, 20 kg or 44 pounds ).
I would consider them on a next flight if the price is lower enough to let go the Frequent Flyer point I like to gather on Air Canada. Leave a Comment
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Charter or low cost airlines land at this terminal. Flying on Air Transat, I landed there. I read previously some nasty comments about this terminal, from french citizens ! Well, well, some people like to complain !
We had to walk out of the plane since they use stairs instead of... ( forgot the name of the device that bring you directly to the airport...). But, I was happy since it gave me the chance to take a picture of the Concorde displayed there ! The terminal is not at all dirty. From there, you have a bit of a walk to reach the train station ( RER ), but you do it mostly under a ceiling that protect you from possible rain.
To reach the city, I bought a one week pass ( "carte orange" ). Charles de Gaulle airport is in zone 5. So by buying a "1 to 5 zone" pass, I was able to take the train ( RER ) and connect to any metro I need to reach my hotel. There were no problems with my luggage. I was unable to use my credit card to buy the pass at the machine within the terminal # 3. But it worked well at the train station. Leave a Comment
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When flying in from another country into Paris you have the option of taking the train, or getting a taxi. If you have more than one small bag, and there's more than one of you, I would recommend taking a taxi to your hotel. It's no fun dragging your bags through the subways. If traffic isn't especially heavy you should be able to get to Paris center for about 30-40 EUR - and it's totally worth ever penny!
For getting around Paris, for me i thought it was worth it for a few areas that would have just taken a little to much time to walk or it was too cold - when you're traveling with one or two people it only ends up costing a couple Euros per person anyway. If convenience is a priority for you then i think the taxis will serve you well, as they did us.
TAXI STANDS: Be sure to look for your taxi at the designated stand, otherwise, they will not stop for you. Leave a Comment
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