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On: Jan 14, 08
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Paris Dorchester Hotel Bicycles


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In keeping with the popularity of the eco-luxury trend, a chic Parisian hotel is offering its guests complimentary, hotel-branded bicycles as an environmental mode of transit.

The Dorchester is offering the prestigious Comete “So-chic, So-Plaza Bicycles” at the Plaza Athenee and Le Meurice.

Being chauffeured on lazy holidays is on its way to becoming a desire of the past for affluent travellers who are starting to prefer not only prefer not only being more active, but reducing their carbon footprints as well.

The Dorchester bicycles add the romance back to Paris, bringing back the days of old when Parisians would bike (or walk) to get to their destinations, or simply revel in outdoor exercise for the shear enjoyment of it. It’s also not a bad idea for those looking for a fun way to burn off excessive consumption of Brie and baguettes.

Check out another way Paris is trying to reintegrate public bicycles:

Eco Chic Parisian Travel - Velib Public Bikes (GALLERY)

Paris, the city of love and lights, known best for high end fashion, scrumptious croissants, strong cheeses and… bicycles? Oui, oui! Paris introduced a public biking system in July called Velib. Having tried it, I can personally attest that it is vraiment brilliant! “To access the bikes, riders… [More]

Based on a Dutch model, the bicycle combines luxury and practicality. Cheery red paniers are attached to either side of the rack, permitting cyclists to tote that day’s shopping back to the hotel. An elegant golden bike lock comes with a matching key that can be worn around the neck, and a Plaza-red helmet ensures safety without sacrificing style. Just imagine! The freedom of taking a leisurely ride along the Seine, sun shining overhead, with a gourmet picnic tucked snugly behind…. The bicycles are available to hotel guests through the concierge team at Plaza Athénée. Upon special request, they are also available for purchase – a very special souvenir from the quintessential Parisian Palace. (news.agendainc)

References: plaza-athenee-paris, news.agendainc

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