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Advance Romance on St. Barts
The Charm of the Antilles Alive at Francois Plantation

Discreet living and exquisite cuisine on a chic Caribbean island…



Francois Plantation on St. Barts

Now through April 7, 2007, Francois Plantation promises a week of island seduction and intimate hillside seclusion on the island of St. Barthélemey in the French West Indies. Priced at 3540 € per couple, this enamored escape in an ocean view cottage begins with a bottle of Champagne on your arrival. During your rendezvous for two you’ll also be treated to seven days’ car rental, two romantic dinners, a half-day catamaran or sunset cruise and a pair of massages.

An ocean view cottage at Francois Plantation

Highlights of this travel special include:

• 7 nights’ accommodation in an ocean view cottage
• Bottle of Champagne
• 7 days’ car rental
• One dinner for two at Francois Plantation
• One dinner for two at La Plage
• Half-day catamaran cruise or sunset cruise
• One massage per person
• Airport transfers and service charges


For additional information or to make a reservation,
fax your inquiry to 1-800-2070-8071
or visit www.francois-plantation.com.

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