Valentine's Day Cruising in Paris


Thursday, February 7, 2008

romantic%20cruising%20paris.jpgLooking for the perfect way to spend Valentine's Day with that certain someone? Although there's nothing subtle about a moonlit cruise down the Seine, romantic excess is the hallmark of this lover's day, and Paris can deliver it by the boatload. Whether you and your sweetheart are interested in sharing a leisurely meal together, enjoying stunning scenery, or waving to tourists shouting at you from the closest bridge, one of these special Valentine's Day cruises might fit the bill. Just remember that while you can't hurry love, you might miss the boat if you don't reserve your spot well in advance of the big day.

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Vedettes de Paris

Port de Suffren
75007 7ème Arrondissement Paris, Paris, France

If you're looking for love this Valentine's Day, you might consider the "Speed Dating" cruise organized by Vedettes de Paris. For a €35 fee, you'll be matched with seven potential dates for a seven-minute chat, all while sipping champagne, nibbling petits fours, and watching the city pass by. [link]

N 48° 51.29793 E 2° 17.30094
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Capitaine Fracasse

L'Île aux Cygnes, 75015 Paris

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N 48° 51.19385 E 2° 17.14056
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Le Belle Vallée

Port de la Rapée
75012 12ème Arrondissement Paris, Paris, France

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N 48° 50.29439 E 2° 22.20272
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Bateaux Parisiens

Port de La Bourdonnais
75007 7ème Arrondissement Paris, Paris, France

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N 48° 51.40175 E 2° 17.45452
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Bateaux Mouches

Pont de l'Alma, rive droite, 75008 Paris, France

Bateaux Mouches is offering an all-inclusive Valentine's package, priced at €300 per couple. The package includes a candlelight dinner (with foie gras, lamb, and truffles on the menu), romantic background music, and, of course, plenty of champagne. [link]

N 48° 51.49762 E 2° 18.6505
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Bateau le Chansonnier

Quai de Bercy
75012 12ème Arrondissement Paris, Paris, France

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N 48° 50.927 E 2° 22.57381

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