March 15, 2000 The cross-Channel ferry link between Folkestone and Boulogne resumes from March 31 with the return of Hoverspeed�s popular 55-minute seacat service. Traditionally the cheapest of all the short sea routes, the cost of travelling via Folkestone/Boulogne can be as much as 10% lower than other cross-Channel services. Recognised as one of the most attractive of the Channel ports, Boulogne is France�s premier fishing port, and home to Europe�s largest marine life centre, Nausicaa. With the seacat discharging passengers close to the town centre, Boulogne has retained its appeal as a day-trip destination. New developments to the service for 2000 include a new-look passenger terminal and Hoverspeed�s largest store on the Continent, selling wine, beer, spirits, and tobacco, all at French duty rates and saving up to 50% on UK high street prices. Hoverspeed operates four times daily from Folkestone, with departures at 0745, 1115, 1430, and 1800, returning from Boulogne at 1030, 1400, 1715, and 2100. Fares for a car and up to nine passengers start from just �89 for an Apex five day return or �165 for a standard return (book by March 31). Day returns start from �8 for foot passengers or �49 for a car and up to nine passengers.Press Release Media contact: Nick Stevens, Public Relations Manager Telephone: (01304) 865170 |