March 27, 2002 High speed car ferry operator Hoverspeed has combined with the "Toques d'Opale" group of restaurants in the Pas-de-Calais region of Northern France to launch exclusive offers. To whet the appetite of cross channel travellers, Hoverspeed customers will be able to enjoy a complimentary aperitif - one per person - on presentation of their Hoverspeed ticket or on board magazine "Discovery" at the respective restaurant. The "Toques d'Opale" is a Calais Club of 12 Quality Restaurants, guaranteeing authentic cuisine prepared by top chefs using locally grown products. All 12 restaurants offer a special "Toque d'Opale" menu at 22 Euros and the restaurants are all conveniently located either in Calais or within a 15 minute drive of the town, tourist sites in the country and on the coast. The restaurants include in Calais : Aquar'aile, Le George V, Histoire Ancienne, La Pleiade, La Sole Meuniere, Au Cote d'Argent and Le Francois 1er. Just a short drive from Calais are : Le Grand Cerf in Marquise, La Ferme Gourmande in Guines, Les Dunes in Bleriot Plage, La Bonne Auberge in Bremes-les-Ardres and Le Thome de Gamond at Cap Blanc Nez, Escalles. Promoting all that is best in quality to be found in the Pas-de-Calais region's leading restaurants, Hoverspeed is also introducing new levels of customer service on board its fleet of high speed ferries, on all its routes between the UK and Continent. All Hoverspeed passengers can now experience a new at-seat service of food and drinks and UK Tax Free shopping, in addition to the exclusive service provided in 1st. To sample the local French cuisine you can travel with Hoverspeed in just under one hour by Seacat from Dover to Calais. With up to 15 return sailings daily in the season lead in fares, based on a car and up to 9 passengers, start from £29 for a day return and £59 for an Overnighter - maximum stay of 24 hours on the Continent. To book contact Hoverspeed on 08705 240241 or www.hoverspeed.comPress Release Media contact: Nick Stevens, Public Relations Manager Telephone: (01304) 865170 |