Travel Agent - July 7, 2008 - (Page 17)

AGENTADVICE Sandy McDowell, owner of France Journeys (www.francejourneys.com), is a France Certified Agent/Destination Specialist and thus travels to France several times each year to connect with suppliers, expand her expertise and renew her passion for France. It is this passion that she shares with clients in creating customized travel experiences for the simplest to the most sophisticated of travelers. Sandy explains that Normandy offers a variety of not-to-miss experiences. “Many travelers make the mistake of not allowing enough time for this region,” she says. “One of the first things that come to mind when thinking of Normandy is the D-Day landing beaches or perhaps the American Military Cemetery where some 9,000 soldiers are buried. Whether you take a guided tour or travel independently, this is a sobering reminder of the price of freedom and is a must for Americans and Europeans alike. I often suggest that clients use Bayeux as a base for their D-Day explorations and advise that they make sure to visit the famous Bayeux Tapestry that recounts the Norman invasion of England.” McDowell says that it’s fantastic to visit Mont St-Michel, not just for its abbey, but also for the spectacular changing tides. “These tides are best viewed at the new moon or full moon to see them at their highest and most dramatic. It is said that the tides change with the speed of a galloping horse. Take the winding stroll up the Grand Rue to see the many shops, restaurants and hotels; your reward once [you get to the top of the] abbey is a fantastic view of the Normandy coast. “Of course, it goes without saying that the renowned restaurant Mère Poulard is worth a try,” McDowell adds. “Choose their omelets or salt marsh-fed lamb. However, if it is a view of the Mont you prefer, stop before the causeway at the Relais Saint Michel hotel and dine with a breathtaking view. Other regional specialties include Camembert and Neufchâtel soft cheeses, dishes prepared with apples or cooked in cider and Calvados brandy.” July 7, 2008 TravelAgent | 17 http://www.francejourneys.com

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Travel Agent - July 7, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor Europe: History and a Scenic Landscape Define Normandy Pacific/Asia: Kuala Lumpur Offers Luxury Shopping and Hotels Hawaii: Honolulu’s Nightlife is as Dazzling as its Sunshine Canada: VIA Rail Offers a New Way to Enjoy the Great North Las Vegas: Hotels and Casinos Away From the Strip Florida: Hilton Daytona Beach Offers Budget-Friendly Packages Central & South America: Panama is Poised to Become a Hot Destination Mexico: The ME Cancún Targets an Upscale Clientele Caribbean: Maxim Opens a New Resort in Puerto Plata The Latest News and Notes from Dominica Cruises: A CLIA Study Offers Good News About Cruising Cartagena and Santa Marta Offer Two Different Sides of Columbia Cover Story: Wendy Goodenow Industry In Crisis: A New Report Offers a Gloomy Forecast for the Airline Industry Hotels: Prince Edward Island Celebrates Anne of Green Gables EZGuider: Vacation.com Launches a New Platform Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar Opinion Consortia Can Be An Agent’s Best Friend MLT Expands Roles and Offerings Malaysia Continues Agent Push In the Spotlight Agent Access Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch

Travel Agent - July 7, 2008

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