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Hi John,
In Florence I would highly recommend the Helvetia-Bristol. The sevice
is outstanding and it has a wonderful location. Avoid the Torre di
bellosguardo; it makes a better museum that a hotel and the service is
non-existent. If you rent a car you can easily get to any location in
Tuscany within an hour or so. Drive south to Chianti!
In Paris if you can tell me your budget (how many stars?) I can
recommend some good ones. Personally I don't like staying too close to
the tourist attractions as they are too crowded and you miss the
charming neighborhood feel. I prefer the 16th arr. area as it is very
easy to get to most tourist attractions (within walking distance) but is
still French. If you are leaving soon remember to keep up on the
transportation strikes that are happening.
Good Travelling!
Kris
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