France's Famous Wine Regions and Northern Spain 2010
September 5 - September 14, 2010
Chateau d’Artigny
This elegant castle in the heart of Chateau country rises above the Indre Valley in 65 acres of parkland with a striking white façade and grand pillared entrance. Inside you will find a health and beauty centre, creative regional cuisine and a wine cellar with 450 different bins.
Walk through reception rooms fittingly grand for a château reminiscent of the 18th century, which features ‘trompe l’oeil’ frescos, marble statues, fluted columns, antiques and Louis XV-style furniture. The sweeping staircase leads to rooms which have a distinct country-house ambience.
In the surrounding Touraine wine region you can sample Vouvray and Chinon wines or seek out nearby châteaux such as Azay le Rideau and the superb gardens at Villandry. For something a little different, explore the Loire Valley by hot-air balloon.
The Regent Grand Hotel Bordeaux
In the heart of Bordeaux, the spectacularly renovated Regent Grand Hotel faces the impressive Grand Théâtre and is located inside the Golden Triangle, the finest shopping and pedestrian area in the city, for great access to this pedestrian-friendly city and the surrounding Bordeaux wine regions.
Superbly-outfitted guest rooms have been completely rebuilt and styled by internationally-famed designer Jacques Garcia. Some of the rooms offer fabulous views overlooking the Place de la Comedie and the famous "Grand Théâtre" while all come with luxury fabrics, elegant 19th century French furnishings and stunning marble bathrooms.
All guest rooms come equipped with world-class amenities such as Loewe LCD flat screen televisions, Bose Wave radio systems and Free high-speed Internet access.
