Bars & Restaurants

Restaurants:

Delicious, creative cuisine and impeccable table art. Our chefs pull out all the stops to ensure you have a fabulous and entertaining meal. This Resort has "Table Coup de Coeur" status, awarded to the Club Meds best restaurants. Our chef and his team offer top quality service, a memorable gastronomic experience and a feast for the eyes. For example:

• Table linen for the evening service
• Wine list (at extra cost) presented by a wine waiter.
• The Chef gives a gourmet cuisine demonstration 3 times a week.
• Happytiser every evening

Le Provence

This completely renovated and redecorated restaurant invites you to discover a selection of international dishes. With family and friends, enjoy all your meals on the large panoramic terrace (with covered and open areas). There is a Baby Zone where parents can prepare meals for their little ones. List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning
• Baby chair-raiser
• High chairs for babies
• Table(s) seat 2
• Table(s) seat 4
• Table(s) seat 6
• Table(s) seat 8

LEstérel

This restaurant backs onto the Provence, in the heart of the Resort. Open for lunch and dinner. Parents can prepare meals for their babies in the Baby Zone. List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning
• Baby chair-raiser
• High chairs for babies
• Table(s) seat 2
• Table(s) seat 4
• Table(s) seat 6
• Table(s) seat 8

Le Golf

This restaurant has been renovated and redecorated. It is open for lunch, right next to the 9-hole golf course. Its large shady terrace gives you a fabulous view over the olive grove and the driving range. List of equipment :

• Baby chair-raiser
• High chairs for babies
• Table(s) seat 2
• Table(s) seat 4
• Table(s) seat 6
• Table(s) seat 8

BABY CORNER special service

This Baby Zone, in the Resorts buffet restaurant, offers a special service for babies, with sweet and savoury baby foods and all the equipment for preparing your babys meals.

Bars:

Available all day and evening (during bar opening hours) in all the bars in the Resort (including the nightclub). Drinks included(served by the glass and in the bars only) : Water, fruit juices, sodas, hot drinks, cocktails with and without alcohol, local and/or international spirits, wines. Sweet and savoury snacks

Drinks not included Champagne, VSOP and XO spirits, bottled and canned drinks (available in certain Resorts from vending machines and/or the Club Med boutique®), certain super-premium brands and bottled wines proposed à la carte in some of our restaurants and bars.

La Croisette

Ideally situated in the heart of the Resort close to the main swimming pool, enjoy this bars modern setting to recharge your batteries during the day and relax in the evening with family or friends. List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning

Bar du Loup

This bar welcomes around the pool you in the day and evening. Admire the Provençal countryside from its panoramic terrace. In the evening, theres a more intimate, lounge atmosphere. Cigar humidor (at extra cost). List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning

Golf club bar

Inside the golf club restaurant, this bar is open all day long, List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning

Le Mistral

Nightclub bar. Music in the evenings, around this bar. List of equipment :

• Air-conditioning

Sports & Activities

In this Club Med Village, novices and experts can try out exciting new sports and sensations. Under the supervision of qualified instructors, enjoy the highest standards of equipment.

Fitness with Club Med Gym Included in your package

Golf Included in your package

And also ...

LEISURE / RELAXATION

Included in your package: Club Med® animation , Swimming pool(s)

Optional Extra*: Billiards , Wellness Centre

SPORTS Included in your package:

• Cours collectifs dinitiation : Archery
• All levels : Golf , Tennis
• Group lessons for all levels : Fitness with Club Med Gym
• Free practice : Cardio-training , Oxygenation trail , Volley-ball

SPORTS Optional Extra*:

• All levels : Golf , Mountain bike
• Free practice : Adventure trail , Buggy ride

* at extra cost

Wellness Centre

KEIRAÕ®, a natural passion for well-being, sensations and water. Discover a new Zen experience at this exceptional Spa that combines space and conviviality, refinement and privacy. The diversity of its facilities ensure the Keiraõ® treatment programme is fully tailored to you, bringing you visible benefits as well as an extraordinarily sensorial experience that is the ultimate in effectiveness. Our professional practitioners in well-being and beauty will listen to your needs and provide a personal service in addition to demonstrating their technical skills. A very selective range of partner cosmetics brands reflect an original and efficient range of beauty products that put the accent on unique ingredients rich in natural active elements. Allowing each individual to approach well-being according to their needs, past experiences and time available, Keiraõ® Spa proposes packages and treatments to seduce you and your sense of well-being. To enjoy alone or with a partner, for men and women over 18. The Spa offers:

• 5 individual treatment cubicles
• 1 duo cubicle for two-person treatments
• 1 cubicle reserved for air baths
• Zen area
• Zen tea room
• 1 Roman bath

For your information: All our massages are non-medical and non-paramedical. These are non-therapeutic well-being and beauty treatments. The term massage can also be used to describe body sculpting, using different techniques from various origins by qualified practitioners and beauty therapists.

OUR PACKAGES

• Breath of Serenity Treatments
• Connoisseur Beauty Treatments
• Discovery for Two Tratments
• Firm figure Tretments
• Keirao Spa
• Masculine Experience Treatments
• Prestige Body Care Treatments
• Round of 9 Treatments
• Well Being and Escapism sensations Treatments

Breath of Serenity Treatments

OPTIONAL EXTRA*

• Afternoon - 3 days
• Morning - 3 days

3 treatments

• 1 Celanese Ayurvedic Massage with Oils (90’)
• 1 Zazen Massage with Rice Cream and Soothing Plants (50’)
• 1 Balancing Massage with Hot Stones (70’)

Duration 3 days

Connoisseur Beauty Treatments

OPTIONAL EXTRA*

• Afternoon - 3 days
• Afternoon - 6 days
• Morning - 3 days
• Morning - 6 days

Explore the realm of the senses with these intriguing treatments that ensure radiant beauty, a source of youthfulness. 9 treatments

• 2 Sweet Elixir Bath Ceremonies (30’)
• 1 Moisturising Flower Petals and Essential Oils Cristal Peeling (30’)
• 1 Treasure of Sweetness Body Wrap Treatment (50’)
• 1 Cocoa Delight Body Wrap (20’)
• 2 "Crème de Gourmandise" Body Firming Treatments (30’)
• 1 Dynasties of Asia Sublime Facial(60’)
• 1 Beautiful Feet Treatment (50’)

  Duration 6 days

  Discovery for Two Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 2 days
  • Morning - 2 days

  A wonderful experience of well-being and relaxation to share. 4 treatments<

  For him and her

  • 1 Energising Massage Scrub with Incense Paste (50’)
  • 1 Cocoon Body Wrap (20’)
  • 1 Duo Massage Yin & Yang (50’)

  For her :br>

  • 1 Relaxing Facial Treatment with Soothing Plants (50’)

  For him:

  • 1 Anti-Age Facial Treatment (50’)

  Duration 2 days

  Firm Figure Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 6 days
  • Morning - 6 days

  Try our expert slimming treatments to sculpt your silhouette. 13 treatments

  • 3 Marine Wave Bath Ceremonies (30’)
  • 1 Moisturising Flower Oils and Petals Cristal Peeling Treatment (30’)
  • 6 Tropical Body Wraps (50’)
  • 3 Localised Sessions of Rolling Massge/Electro-stimulation (30’)

  Duration 6 days

  KEIRAÕ® Spa

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 6 days
  • Morning - 6 days

  Relax in total freedom. Access for 6 Roman Baths sessions over a 6-day period including

  • Loan of towel and bathrobe
  • Anti-slip sandals

  Duration 6 days

  Masculine Experience Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 3 days
  • Morning - 3 days

  Try the sensory experience of treatments specifically devised for men. 5 treatments

  • 1 Australian Massage (40’)
  • 1 Exhilarating Aztec Chocolate Massage (50’)
  • 1 BORA Back Cleansing Treatment (60’)
  • 1 TYA Foot Restructuring Treatment (30’)
  • 1 YHI Relaxing Facial Treatment (40’)

  Duration 3 days

  Prestige Body Care Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 5 days
  • Morning - 5 days

  It's essential, after the baby's birth, to nourish, firm and sculpt your body, moisturise and smooth your complexion. 10 treatments

  • 1 Marine Wave Bath Ceremony (30’)
  • 1 Energising Massage Scrub with Incense Paste (50’)
  • 3 Secret Sea Body Wraps (20’)
  • 1 Zazen Massage with Rice Cream and Soothing Plants (50’)
  • 1 Exhilarating Massage with Aztec Chocolate (50’)
  • 1 Japanese Rejuvenating Treatment (Face and Back) (70’)
  • 1 Asian Intense Vital Facial Treatment (40’)
  • 1 Enchanting Nail and Foot Treatment (70’)

  Duration 5 days

  Round of 9 Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 3 days
  • Afternoon - 6 days
  • Morning - 3 days
  • Morning - 6 days

  8 treatments

  • 2 Perfect Swing Treatments (60’)
  • 2 Australian Massages (40’
  • 1 TIDNA Smiling Foot Treatment (50’)
  • 1 TYA Foot Restructuring Treatment (30’)
  • 1 Cinnamon and Sea Salt Scrub (30’)
  • 1 YHI Relaxing Facial Treatment (40’)

  Duration 6 days

  Well-being and Escapism Sensations Treatments

  OPTIONAL EXTRA*

  • Afternoon - 3 days
  • Afternoon - 6 days
  • Morning - 3 days
  • Morning - 6 days

  Discover the ancestral beauty traditions from all round the world, with manual techniques and natural preparations. 9 treatments

  • 3 Marine Wave Bath Ceremonies (30')
  • 1 Moisturising Flower Oils and Petals Cristal Peeling Treatment (30')
  • 2 "Douceur d'Ô" Body Wraps of your choice (30')
  • 1 Zazen Massage with Rice Cream and Soothing Plants (50')
  • 1 Synamic Massage with Energising Oils (40')
  • 1 Exhilarating Massaqe with Aztec Chocolate (50')

  Duration 6 days

  Following the Resorts, you can book some of our SPA packages at the time of reservation.

  * at extra cost

Children & Teens

From 4 to 10 years, children want to do it all. Mini Club Med has thought of everything to satisfy their endless thirst for discovery. At Juniors' Club Med, over 11 year-olds can get together, take part in the activities they want, have a good time and make their own contribution to life in the Village.

Baby Club Med® (from 4 to 23 months) OPTIONAL EXTRA*

Babies are on cloud nine... From 4 up to 23 months, babies receive a great deal of gentleness and care. Supervision from the earliest age, 4 - 23 months, by a specialized G.O® team. Days adapted to the biological rhythms of each child. Specially planned meals. Open 6 days out of 7, 9am - 5.30pm, all season. Complete comfort and adapted facilities such as the bottle-feeding area or boutiques*.

Petit Club Med® (from 2 to 3 years) OPTIONAL EXTRA*

You are free to laugh, dream and grow together. At 2 - 3 years old, children have boundless energy, are gaining lots of new friends, and seeking new experiences. Dedicated supervision by a specialised team of G.O®s, early learning games, rest periods, nursery rhymes and songs, walks, snack times with friends including well earned treats etc, and specially planned meals. Open 6 days out of 7, 8.30am - 5.30pm, all season.

Mini Club Med® (from 4 to 10 years) Included in your package

Creativity and energy. From 4 to 10 years, children want to do it all. The Mini Club Med® has thought of everything to satisfy this need for discovery. Sports, games and creative activities for children from 4 to 10 years, divided into age groups. Open 6 days a week, from 9 am to 9 pm, with a break for a shower 1 hour before dinner, only during European school holiday. Included in the Club Med Package, registration on-site.

Juniors' Club Med® (from 11 to 17 years) Included in your package

Teenagers, independence and partying... For 11 - 17 year olds, Club Med offers everything but leaves them complete freedom to choose: a uniquely free frame of mind that teenagers love. The Juniors' Club Med also enables teenagers to hang out together, to take part in activities according to individual preferences, and participate in the life of the Village etc. Offered only during school holidays, six days a week. Service is included in package price.

Baby-sitting OPTIONAL EXTRA*

Club Med Baby Welcome® (from 4 to 23 months) Included in your package

* at extra cost

Discovery

A stay at Club Med is the perfect opportunity to leave everyday reality behind and experience the unknown. The excursion programme is given as an indication. The Club Med has drawn up a Responsible Tourismcharter for all the destinations it serves, to guarantee responsible practice towards the environment, both natural and cultural, and ethical participation towards local economic development. We kindly invite you to download the "Responsible Tourism in Opio en Provence" charter. Please click here: Responsible Tourism in Opio en Provence"

Grasse (à la carte)

The discreet charms of Provence, with its fragrance and flavours. Things to see: the Parfumerie Fragonard, the Provençal market, Notre Dame du Puy, etc.

Marineland (à la carte)

The largest marine show in Europe: dolphins, orcas, sharks and tropical aquariums.

Saint-Paul-de-Vence, medieval city of the arts (1/2 day)

Village of artists and creative talents. Guided tour of this typical Provençal village with its narrow winding streets and exceptional light. Free time to wander, or visit the Fondation Maeght.

Tastes and Fragrances of Provence (1/2 day)

Visit a typical village and discover one of the region's specialities: Grasse and its perfume industry.

Excursions should be booked on the premises at the Discovery desk

Practical Information

CLUB MED OPIO EN PROVENCE DOMAINE DE LA TOUR 06650 OPIO Telephone: (33) 4 93 09 71 00 Fax: (33) 4 93 09 71 70

GMT time difference: + 2 hours in summer. GMT time difference : + 1 hour in winter

Transport package

If you choose a package with Transport with stay package, the price is inclusive of the return air fare and transfer to and from the Resort.

Getting to the Resort

For clients who have not bought the transport package. Airport / Resort, transfer by taxi Nice airport* Price : Summer 2008 (prices given as an indication): One-way: 73 EUR
Railway stations / Resort, transfer by taxi. Cannes railway station. Nice railway station* Price : Summer 2008 (prices given as an indication). Cannes railway station to Resort one-way: 53 EUR. Nice railway station to Resort one-way: 93 EUR

Cannes Station

Cannes railway station 19 kms (12 miles) from the Resort.

Club Med car park(s)

Outdoor car park with 300 spaces.

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport 30 kms (18.5 miles) from the Resort. Flight time (indicative): Paris: 1 hr 30 mins Lyon: 55 minutes Strasbourg: 1 hr 20 mins Bordeaux: 1 hr 25 mins Brest: 1 hr 55 mins Nantes: 1 hr 30 mins

Nice Station

Nice railway station 37 kms (23 miles) from the Resort.

Local transport

Optional Extra*

Bicycle and mountain bike rental.

Foreign & Commonwealth Office Travel Advice

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Payment options at the Resort

Currency: the Euro

Payment card Club Med Pass® The Club Med Pass® is an internal payment card that you can use for all your purchases inside the Resort throughout your stay. The card is issued against a 250 Euro deposit (pre-authorisation by Visa, Clud Med Amex, Amex and Mastercard).

Credit cards accepted (for payments only):

• American Express
• Eurocard/Mastercard
• Visa

Also accepted:

• Cash
• Travellers cheques

Bureau de change at Reception. Cash points:

• No cash withdrawal possible in the Resort
• The nearest cash point is in Opio, 4 kms (2.5 miles) away
• Banks in Valbonne, 6 kms (4 miles) away.

Hotel facilities and services

To make life easy during your stay, we propose a whole range of services:

• Beach towels - Deposit required (for Club Rooms only).
• Club Med Boutique®*
• Convention centre* : Welcoming groups and seminars
• Dry-cleaning service*
• Hair salon*
• Internet* : 1 Internet access point
• Wi-Fi access
• Nappy-changing table
• Photographer*
• Tumble-dryer*
• Washing machine*

Health formalities

No special precautions. Hospital (Opio) : Situated 12 km from the Village

* at extra cost

Country information

Official country name: French Republic
• Capital: Paris
• Land area: 551 500 km²
• Population: 62.2 million inhabitants
• Peoples and ethnic groups: 92% nationals, 1% Portuguese, 1% Algerian, 1% Moroccan, 0,5% Italian, 0,5% Spanish
• Languages: French. Some regional languages are still used (Breton, Alsatian, Corsican, Catalan, Basque, Creole).
• Religions: 90% Roman Catholic, 2% Protestant, 1% Moslem ; 1% Jewish
• Political institutions: republic, parliamentary democracy
• Président: Nicolas Sarkozy
• Prime minister: François Fillon
• GDP: 1 724.6 billion $US
• GDP per capita: 27 913 $US
• Annual growth rate: 4,2%
• Inflation: 3,1%
• Principal activities : petrochemicals, iron and steel, cement, aluminium, agriculture, food processing, luxury goods, car industry, energy.
• Principal partners: European Union, United States
• Member of the European Union: yes

Around the Resort

Towns nearby:

• Saint Paul de Vence is 18 kms (11 miles) from the Resort
• Gourdon is 19 kms (12 miles) from the Resort
• Cannes is 19 kms (12 miles) from the Resort
• Grasse is 9 kms (5.5 miles) from the Resort
• Nice is 37 kms (23 miles) from the Resort

Climate

The Mediterranean climate is characterized by the scarcity of the rains in summer, the excellent sunniness and heat in general without excess which reigns during this period. Winters are mild and the rains fall primarily in spring, at the end of the autumn and at the beginning of winter.

Time difference

GMT time difference: + 2 hours in summer. GMT time difference : + 1 hour in winter

WEATHER

Météonews provides live weather news for this Resort and forecasts for the next 5 days. Latest weather forecast

Village Information

"Feel renewed" Resort

“Feel renewed” Resort. Above the city of Cannes, the Valbonne plateau reveals the intimate side of Provence, with its harmonious succession of olive groves and pine forests. In harmony with its environment, the newly-renovated Resort is the only French holiday resort to have been awarded the European Eco-label for holiday accommodation. The rooms are decorated in warm earthy tones, and the Provençal-style architecture is laid out in a perfect setting of narrow streets and shady squares. Opio en Provence is both family- and sports-oriented, with its 9-hole golf course, three swimming pools and tennis courts. It also places great value on peace and harmony, with its Keiraõ ® Spa*, a paradise for the senses in this charming village in Provence.

Parks & Gardens

Gardens consisting essentially of pine trees, palm trees and a magnificent olive grove, with lots of varied and colourful flower beds. Water features and adjustable lighting enhance this Provençal landscape.

Highlights of the Opio en Provence

AUTUMN - WINTER For holidays from 30/10/2009 to 30/04/2010
SPRING - SUMMER For holidays from 01/05/2009 to 29/10/2009

• Renovated Resort surrounded by olive groves, a haven of peace in the heart of Provence
• Turkish bath, sauna, Roman bath and beauty treatments at Keiraõ ® Spa*
• Facilities for babies from 4 months at Baby Club Med ® *
• Golf: 9-hole golf course at the Resort and 21 courses* nearby