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Email Subject: Boutique Concierge Services in Paris
Bonjour!
Thank you for your inquiry regarding my boutique, “a la carte” concierge services in Paris!
About Me
My name is Idda Fanton, a native Parisian who specializes in matching tourists from abroad to their “dream vacation” in the fabled City of Light.
My boutique concierge services are the embodiment of one simple idea: To bring you a complete, “one-of-a-kind” experience in Paris tailored to your specific needs and desires.
Some clients already know Paris well, and simply want me to make all the necessary reservations, tours and other arrangements in advance.
Other clients are visiting Paris for the first time and need suggestions on where to go, what to do, and the insider expertise that can make the experience effortless and completely magical.
Boutique Services, Á La Carte
My job is to create the perfect trip, customized and personalized just for you.
In addition to making all the necessary arrangements in Paris, clients benefit from “insider advice” only a native Parisian such as myself would know. (See bottom of this letter for some of my “top picks” and insider tips.) Personalized recommendations and complete attention to detail are what you can expect.
Do you want a romantic dinner on the Seine with flowers, chocolates or champagne arranged in advance? To surprise someone with a gift delivered at a specific time? Do you have any other special needs?
I can also tailor your experience around your interests: literary, musical, arts, outdoor adventure, a tour of historic monuments ... limited only by your imagination!
Just a Few Ideas and Services I Can Arrange
Transportation
Airport Pickup and Dropoff (A/C Controlled)
Dining
Restaurant Reservations (sometimes difficult for the non-native to arrange) and Suggestions
Non-Smoking Preferences
Tours / Adventure
Tours (Paris and vicinity)
Day-Trips (See below this letter for my “Top Picks”)
Museum Passes (skip the line!)
Shows
Theater, Ballet and Opera Tickets
Cabaret Reservations
Fun
Shopping Excursions
Monument Tours
Cooking Classes
Wine-Tasting Classes in English
Special Services
Cell Phone Rental
Catering
Flowers and Candy Special Delivery
Special Basket (with wine, foie gras, cheese, fresh bread, mustard, French pâté)
Babysitting Services
Family Reunion Planning
Marriage Proposal Settings
Relaxation
Golf, Tennis, and Health Club Reservations
Hair, Nail, and Spa Bookings
Romantic Dinners
Do You Know?
The cheapest way to convert dollars to euros?
How to make a reservation in some of Paris' most famous restaurants? (Often requiring a *faxed request* and multiple follow-ups?) I'm a specialist!
The best place to buy a metro ticket?
Dress codes for restaurants, opera, cabaret?
Standard tipping rates?
My Motto
My clients get the “best of Paris” and my promise to you: Availability and Responsiveness. This means I am available for you, and will always respond promptly.
I Look Forward to Hearing from You
Unlike many tour guides catering to a U.S. clientele, I am a native Parisian. And unlike larger companies, I am personally dedicated to your success.
About 80% of my client base is American, with a strong Australian clientele as well. Of course, I am available to clients from all over the world.
I look forward to making your stay in Paris an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience.
I am at your service for questions of any kind.
With warmest regards, Linda Fanton
Parisian “Boutique” Concierge Services
Cell-Phone: 33+ (0)5 45 66 65
(Please Note: I have unlimited call usage to the U.S.; so call me anytime and I can call you back, so we can speak with *no* charge to you!)
TIME
Please remember the time in Paris is 6-9 hours later than in the U.S. on average, so the best time to reach me is usually by calling in the morning or early afternoon.
Here is a general guide to help:
When it is: In Paris it is:
U.S. EASTERN NOON 6 PM (Winter) or 5 PM (Summer)
U.S. CENTRAL NOON 7 PM (Winter) or 6 PM (Summer)
U.S. PACIFIC NOON 9 PM (Winter) or 8 PM (Summer)
SOME OF MY TOP PICKS!
Must-See Attractions:
Illumination Tours: Enjoy Paris by night with visits to Opera, Concorde, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Quartier Latin, Cathédrale Notre Dame, Sacré Cœur and Montmartre.
Bateaux Mouches: This is a very romantic tour by boat with views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Les Invalides and much more.
Châteaux de Versailles: The visit includes roundtrip transportation via RER (Regional Express Train), entrance to the Palace and Royal Gardens. A private guided tour is available upon request.
Private Walking Tour of Paris: Enjoy a personalized tour of the city with one of our highly knowledgeable Paris guides.
Moulin Rouge: The Moulin Rouge is world renown with its famous Cancan Girls performing this extraordinary dance to perfection. This one never fails to please!
Seine Dinner Cruise: Welcome aboard a magical dinner cruise through the heart of Paris on the famous Bateaux Parisiens. With a scrumptious traditional French menu, this is a unique and unforgettable evening.
Day Excursions: I am more than happy to arrange a special day trip outside of Paris for you and your group. Loire Valley Castles, Giverny, Chantilly, Provins, Fontainbleu, Barbizon, Mont St Michel, Normandy (Deauville, Honfleur), Eurodisney & more!
Traditional French Cooking Class: If you're a food lover who has always dreamt of spending quality time with a Parisian cook in her own kitchen, then this class is for you!
Transfers: For an easy and stress-free arrival, I can arrange a private transport from the airport to the apartment. Our driver will wait for you just outside of the customs gate with a white board with your name on it.
Museum Pass: The Paris Museum Pass allows you to skip the lines and go into over 60 Paris Museums. Passes are available for 1 Day, 3 Day, or 5 Days.
PLEASE NOTE: For activities, we give you same-as-public rates! (We make our commissions on a referral basis.) As a result, we ask you respect our wish to make your desired arrangements for you. |