Car Stunt Show at Walt Disney Studios in Paris

At Walt Disney Studios in Paris you can have a look behind the scenes of the spectacular stunt world. Spectators can see breathtaking car stunts, car chases and movie stunt tricks in a safe arena. The show lasts approximately 45 minutes and runs a few times per day.

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An Adventurous Time in Planckendael Zoo

Planckendael Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in Belgium. It is located in Mechelen, 30 minutes from Brussels and Antwerp.

Planckendael is well-known for the storks that return every year from their winter migration. The animal park in Mechelen happens to lie on a natural migration route for storks. Planckendael Zoo is thoroughly prepared when the storks return and has 67 stork nests for around 130 animals.

In Planckendael you travel the animal world on 5 continents, each beautifully decorated. Five loops leave and end all from one central point at the entrance, so you don't miss anything of the park. Children will have a great time going on an adventure along suspension bridges, through the treetops, over the water and cool play areas.

Location: Leuvensesteenweg 582, 2812 Mechelen, Belgium.

Main Street U.S.A. in Disneyland Paris

Main Street U.S.A. in Disneyland Paris was inspired by Walt Disney's hometown of Marceline, Missouri. After entering Disneyland, this street is the first you see with a view of the Sleeping Beauty Castle at the end of Main Street. The buildings here are beautifully decorated and give you the feeling that you enter a dream world.

In this part of Disneyland you can find lots of shops, restaurants, horse-drawn carriages and the Main Street vehicles. On either side of the street are covered walkways, called arcades. In the Discovery Arcade (closest to Discoveryland) you can learn about inventions of the 20th Century. The Liberty Arcade (closest to Frontierland) lets you discover the story of the Statue of Liberty. These passageways also provide access to the shops on Main Street. When there's a lot of public during parades, it is much faster to cross Main Street through these arcades.

The Spectacular Castle of Pierrefonds

Pierrefonds Castle dates back to the 15th century, but was taken down and left in ruins in the 17th century. Under the direction of Napoleon III, the castle was completely restored by the architect Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century. His interpretation of the style of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance period resulted in this imposing castle.

Château Pierrefonds houses a permanent exhibition on the restoration by Viollet-le-Duc and an exhibition of the Monduit art collection, a lead casting firm. In the cellars of the castle, almost hundred statues, mostly praying, are preserved. In a strange and mysterious atmosphere created by sound and light are these plaster giants commissioned by Louis-Philippe for the Museum of the Palace of Versailles. Among the figures are characters who have marked the history of Pierrefonds.

Location: Rue Viollet le Duc, 60350 Pierrefonds, France.
Website: www.chateau-pierrefonds.fr/en

Explore the Beauty of Europe on a Luxury Gulet

Gulets are wooden sailing ships, they are available for rent with a complete crew. With these ships you can discover the most beautiful places in Turkey, Italy, Montenegro, Greece and Croatia. All you have to do is enjoy the beauty, have fun and let the crew take care of everything else. They'll bring you from one amazing spot to another, prepare delicious food and take care of the cleaning.

Gulets come in all shapes and sizes, they have on average 4 to 8 cabins. The bigger and the more luxurious gulet you choose, the more crew it has. At guletexpert.com you'll receive professional advice about which gulet to choose from. They have more than 700 personally inspected vessels and a wide variety of destinations to explore. Destinations include: Dubrovnik and the Krka Waterfalls in Croatia, Bodrum and Antalya in Turkey, the Amalfi coast in Italy and the Cyclades, Sporades or Ionian islands in Greece. It's possible to combine several cruise destinations in a single week.

Cabins onboard gulets are nice and cozy and are equipped with their own bathroom. Each bathroom has a toilet and a shower. The more quality the gulet, the bigger the cabins and the better toilet and shower. Cabins have double or twin beds and enough room to store your luggage.

When you charter a Gulet you also get a chef that prepares your food. Let him know your preferences, particular dietary choices, and any allergies, and he will create a personalised, delicious daily menu. You have different menu categories and options you can choose from. You will not be hungry, no matter which menu you select. The main difference is in the variety, quality, and service of food. You eat on the back end of the gulet, always in the shade and overlooking the sea and other nice locations and bays.

A gulet is a great way to escape the crowds and explore places all in the privacy of your own group. You can swim in paradisiacal locations, have the best foot on deck and enjoy the most magical sunsets over the sea.

Find a vessel that suites your needs at guletexpert.com and let them arrange your dream holiday.

Unique Accommodations High in the Trees

Situated 50 minutes from Paris, Coucoo Grands Chênes offers an unforgettable experience in their luxury treehouses. The treehouses are located on the Grands Chênes domain in Raray, in the Oise region. In the forest, next to the castle, 20 treehouses are available for rent. The family huts are specially designed to accommodate children, available with or without Nordic bath.

The duo cabines are located much higher in the trees and have magnificent views of the forest. These treehouses are also available with Nordic bath and terrace. All treehouses have electricity, a bathroom with shower and have breakfast included.

Reservations can be made at the following site: cabanesdesgrandschenes.com

Location: 1 Rue Jean Cocteau, 60810 Raray, France.