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In
Madrid (July
2
- 26) The main residence and the residence where
participants are housed and take classes is the Colegio Mayor Mara. Some of the dorm facilities
are: Laundry room, dining room, snack bar, tennis court, pool, auditorium,
and basketball court. Some of the classrooms and common areas have
air-conditioning, however, the rooms do not.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided daily except
Sunday. Lunch is not provided on the one day tours that
depart in th e morning and return in the afternoon. Breakfast consists
of coffee, juice, bread or muffin. Lunch consists of a salad/vegetable, main
course, side dish, bread, and fruit/dessert. Seconds are allowed. Dinner is
similar to lunch. Bedding and towels are provided.
Colegio Mayor Mara
Paseo de Juan XXIII, 15,
Madrid 28040
Ph: 34-91-553-6603
The Mara is situated
in the Moncloa section of Madrid's Ciudad Universitaria. Public transportation is
within 100 meters from the residence. The residence is approximately 30 minute
walking distance
from the center of Madrid.
Note: If the size of the group exceeds the
occupancy limits of the Mara, a nearby similar
second residence is used. Forspro will place
groups and individuals at its discretion.
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Update
If the group
exceeds capacity at the Mara the Colegio Mayor Chaminade
(or similar) is used.
This residence is less than a block away from
the Mara. It is situated between the metro
stop and the Mara. The Cahaminade offers
similar amenities as the Mara.
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Getting Around:
It is very easy and inexpensive to travel in Madrid. The metro
and the Circular bus takes you from the residence to the center of
Madrid in 15 minutes or less depending on the traffic and/or waiting
time. For more information about the metro visit
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In
Paris
(July 26 -
29) Your Hotel:
Hotel Novotel La Defense
2 Boulevard de Neuilly,
La Défense 1
92081
PARIS LA DEFENSE CEDEX,
FRANCE
Tel : (+33)1/41452323
Access:
In the city centre underground station :
LA DEFENSE
Where is it located? The Novotel Paris La Defense is
located on the doorstep of the commercial area, La D efense,
50 meters from the Metro (underground station: LA
DEFENSE). The metro station along with a Chinese
restaurant and a few stores is around the back of the
hotel.
Itinerary:
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Day
1: Arrival Day: Meet at the airport and transfer to
the hotel. Time to rest or to start exploring Paris.
We suggest you take L1 metro to the Champs-Elysees
or the Latin Quarters to begin your Paris
experience. This wide, tree-lined avenue is home to
the city's chic restaurants, shops and boutiques.
There is a tourist office there as well.
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Day
2: Depart at 09:30 for sightseeing tour of Paris
(only for those who purchased the city tour
package). The tour takes about 2.5 hours. Afternoon
free to explore Paris on your own. Suggestion: Visit
Louvre Museum.
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Day
3: Breakfast. Free day to explore Paris and its many
attractions. Those who purchased the city tours will
receive a ticket for the Seine River boat ride.
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Day
4: Breakfast. Return to the US.
Getting Around: Paris is a relatively easy city to
get around. The centre is fairly compact and most of the
sights are within walking distance of one another. The
best way to get around is by Metro (See
Metro Map).
Attractions: There are numerous sites to see in
Paris. Below are just a few.
Eiffe l
Tower - This breathtaking landmark was built for the
Universal
Exhibition of 1889
to commemorate the centenary
of the French
Revolution. The most spectacular views of Paris are
witnessed from all floors of the Eiffel Tower.
Montmartre - This elevated neighborhood features a
collection of upscale shops and cafés while still
retaining hints of old village charm.
Place de la Concorde - This busy landmark square at the
end of the Champs Élysées offers a true Parisian
experience. The Concorde Square was formerly called the
Revolution Square as it was the site of the guillotine
that executed Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette.
Place St Sulpice - This famous square, which is situated
in the heart of the fashion district, features a
beautiful church.
Conciergerie - Situated on the
Ile-de-la-Cité, this former jail which held prisoners
during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror, is open
to the public and now makes up much of the Palais de
Justice complex.
Musée Rodin - 77 Rue de Varenne
Musée du Louvre - Palais du Louvre, Cours Napoléon
Musée d'Orsay - 1 Rue de Bellechasse |
