Travcoa Presents a Celebration of Luxury Travel and Designer Fashion in 2012

(TRAVPR.COM) USA - January 17th, 2012 - EL SEGUNDO, CA –Travcoa, the world leader in luxury travel, is pleased to present the Tour d’Élégance, the definitive France experience for fashionistas, foodies, and luxury travel connoisseurs. As one of Travcoa’s Travel Director-inspired Invitational Journeys, the exclusive itinerary offers private entry to some of the world’s most prestigious fashion houses – Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, and Hermès – complete with behind-the-scenes access to private art collections, insight into brand history and development, private salon viewing, fittings, and personalized shopping. A celebrity stylist will also accompany the entire journey.

In addition to fashion, the Tour d’Élégance also offers insights into France’s rich gastronomic traditions. Guests will not only dine at Michelin-star restaurants throughout France, but will also have the opportunity to participate in private culinary lessons in Paris at the Alain Ducasse Cooking School and in Lyon with instruction led by Philippe LeChat. The journey will also feature wine tastings and parings at notable wineries such as Ruinart, one of the oldest champagne houses in France.

“The Tour d’Élégance is an exceptional way to experience France,” stated Jerre Fuqua, President of Travcoa. “From exclusive fashion opportunities to the foremost in food and culture, this journey is filled with experiences perfect for the fashion aficionado or discerning traveler. Furthermore, many of the experiences on this itinerary are not accessible without Travcoa’s long-standing relationships with the premiere providers in France.”

The Tour d’Élégance is priced at $25,990 per person based on double occupancy, takes place June 22 – July 4, 2012, and is limited to just 14 guests.

For more information about the Tour d’Élégance, to request a brochure, or to make a reservation, please contact Travoca at 1-800-992-2003 or go online at www.travcoa.com.

About Travcoa:
Travcoa has been leading luxury adventures and in-depth explorations of the world’s most interesting destinations since 1954. The company offers three types of travel experiences around the globe: small-group Escorted Journeys with comprehensive itineraries guided by professional Travel Directors; pre-designed and priced Independent Journeys for travelers who prefer private travel on a date of their choice; and Tailor-Made Journeys crafted to individual traveler specifications.

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