Invitation

Ole Miss Alumni Association

Dear Ole Miss Travelers,

I invite you to join us on our traditional Ole Miss winter vacation in Europe. This time, by popular demand, we will be traveling to Paris, France in January 2012.

No matter how often you may have been to Paris, there is always something new to be discovered in this magnificent world-class city. We can be sure of the finest architecture, superb dining, outstanding theater and music performances and great shopping.

Beyond experiencing the city itself, with free time for your own explorations, our day trips will travel through the countryside and visit nearby historic monuments. In a significant change from past years, all excursions are included in the trip price.

Whatever your pleasure, our unique vacation to Paris promises beautiful scenery, magnificent art and architecture, excellent food and wines, and most important, the camaraderie and fun we always have when we travel together. Our special escort and friend Angelika will welcome us as we arrive.

I am looking forward to hosting our group and to welcome you on this tour which definitely is one you do not want to miss. Please return your reservation form as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

Timothy L. Walsh
Executive Director, Ole Miss Alumni Association
The University of Mississippi

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Paris, France

Situated on the river Seine and known as the "City of Lights," Paris is one of the world's foremost centers of business and culture.

Paris is known for its famous buildings and works of art, its chic fashion scene and its modern literary, artistic, and intellectual ideals, and is a must for anyone wishing to experience the best of both contemporary and age old European culture.

Innumerable monuments built to reflect the glory of France and its rulers stand testament to the city’s rich history and have led Paris to be the world's most popular tourist destination.

Famous sites and landmarks include the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Bastille, and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Be sure to go to the area north of the river, the Rive Droite, to see the tree-lined Avenue des Champs Elysees, running west from the Arc de Triomphe.

East of the avenue is the Musée du Louvre, the Centre Georges Pompidou and a lively district of museums, shops, markets and restaurants.

Immediately south on the Ile de la Cite is Notre Dame Cathedral.

West along the river you will find the city’s trademark, the Eiffel Tower. If you are intrigued by Paris’ famous academic, artistic and intellectual enclave, the Saint Germain de Pres and Montparnasse districts are located just to the east.

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Accomodation

Hotel les Jardins du Marais

Just 10 minutes walk from the famous Place des Vosges, the “Jardins du Marais” boutique hotel is close to the Musée Picasso, the Maison de Victor Hugo, the Carnavalet Museum and the Opéra Bastille. Steeped in history, this district, one of the oldest in Paris, is now the ultimate in chic, with trendy boutiques lining the Rue Vieille du Temple, Rue des Francs-Bourgeois and Rue de Turenne.

The hotel’s restaurant extends into the gardens and can accommodate around 50 diners. This sophisticated setting, complete with Philippe Starck furnishing and long mauve velvet benches, is enhanced by the light filtering through the impressive atrium windows. When night falls, the Renée Vendrig Big Diamond chandeliers create a very stylish atmosphere. The restaurant features attractively presented, modern French-style cuisine, and a menu that changes with the seasons.

Located in buildings inspired by Gustave Eiffel, and totally renovated in 2009, all guest rooms are peaceful and relaxing overlooking the hotel’s private internal terraces and gardens. The Art Deco style interior designs feature a delightful blend of elegance and comfort with luxurious furnishings and marble bathrooms. These contemporary rooms offer everything you need to ensure a comfortable stay: from sound-proofing and air conditioning to natural light and restful colors.

The individually designed rooms and suites have flat screen HD cable TV, ADSL, Video on Demand, a direct telephone line, safe, minibar, wet bar, hairdryer and air conditioning.

For more information: www.lesjardinsdumarais.com

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Tour Prices:

Prices are per person, based on departure from Memphis on Delta Airlines.

Double or triple occupancy   $ 4,280
Single room   $ 5,265
Plus: air taxes and fuel surcharges   $ 568
(currently, subject to change)

Your Travel Package Includes:

• Round-trip air transportation economy class on Delta Airlines from Memphis
  to Paris Airport
• Arrival and departure assistance
• Ground transfers by private motor coach
• Seven nights accommodations at Hotel Les Jardins du Marais
• Full breakfast buffet daily
• Welcome Reception
• Daily program of included guided excursions
• Farewell Dinner
• AnywhereAdventures tour manager throughout
• All local taxes and service charges in Europe, except tips.

Not included:

• U.S. and foreign government departure taxes, fees, passenger facility charges and fuel surcharges (currently approximately $568; all are subject to change prior to ticketing and payable with final payment).
• Optional travel insurance.
• Any other personal expenses, such as lunches and dinners, drinks with meals, phone calls, laundry, etc.