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Forget burgers and fries. This is a special timeshare vacation you're planning. Need some ideas for a destination? How about planning your vacation around gourmet food? We have a list of the top "Gourmet Cities" in the world - find a timeshare rental or a timeshare exchange in these cities, and become a gourmet Foodie!

1. Paris, France
   The Parisian passion for food makes French cuisine one of the best in the world. Stay in a Paris timeshare and discover traditional French dishes from regions around the country as they all converge in Paris. French gourmet food can range from elegant Haute Cuisine to the simplicity of Cuisine Nouvelle. The food in Paris has evolved from the Middle Ages and heavily features cream, wine and cheeses.


2. New York City, NY
   With its undeniable ability to attract immigrants from around the world, NYC can offer food from many different cultures. The city itself has also created its own signature dishes, including Manhattan clam chowder, New York cheesecake, and the elegant Waldorf salad. Stay in a NYC timeshare and check out such special eating establishments as The Carnegie Deli, Lombardi’s (the first pizzeria in America), and the fine dining of Le Cirque. See New York City timeshares.


3. London, England
   A timeshare vacation in this multicultural metropolis will give you the opportunity to try food from countries such as India and Pakistan, as well as traditional British fare like fish and chips, and bangers and mash. Enjoy gourmet dining at The Ivy, Notting Grill, and Marcus Wareing at the Savoy. See England timeshares.


4. Napa Valley, California
   A timeshare vacation in California's spectacular Wine Country can be a gourmand's delight. Here you'll experience first hand how great food follows great wine. Napa cuisine is influenced by the Italians who first established the vineyards, and thus has a Tuscan flare. Due to the popular use of local fresh ingredients, Napa menus change with the seasons. See California timeshares.


5. Bangkok, Thailand
   A timeshare exchange vacation in this exotic Asian city will give you many exciting experiences, not the least of which will be sampling gourmet dishes. Try Chu Chi Pla (a spicy papaya salad) and Som Tam Thai (deep-fried chicken wings flavored with aromatic spices). Some of the best restaurants in the Thai capital are Lemongrass, Sala Rin Naam at The Oriental Bangkok, and Maha Naga. See Thailand timeshares.


6. Honolulu, HI
   There are all types of Hawaii timeshare rentals available and the incredible food is one of the reasons to vacation in the Islands. Hawaiian Cuisine is made up of a combination of Asian and many different Pacific island cultures all creating the remarkable Polynesian food experience. One of the ways to take in these gourmet delights is to take a Honolulu restaurant tour by Hawaii Food Tours, created by executive chef and food critic Mathew Gray.

Here is yet another idea for how to decide on a timeshare vacation destination - iconic structures. In other words, you've seen pictures of these in magazines such as the National Geographic and The Smithsonian, heard about them on television's History Channel, and most likely have seen movies that featured them. How about a vacation to get up close and personal? Consider these:

1. The Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
   Vacation with a Paris timeshare rental, and take the time to get to know this icon of Paris in all of its many moods. Surrounded by daffodils and tulips in the spring, orange and red chestnut trees in the fall and the splendor of lights at night, this graceful, lacey ironwork will tug at your heart at any time. The Eiffel Tower was built to mark the centennial of the French Revolution. It will always tower above Paris as the city has a building height limit of seven stories. Ride the cable cars up to the top observation deck for a breathtaking view of the City of Lights. On the way up, stop at the café for a special Parisian pastry.



2. The Louvre
   While staying at your Paris timeshare rental, a must-see is the world-famous Louvre. One of the most easily recognized museums in the world, the Louvre has the distinction of being originally built as a museum in the 12th century, then being converted into a Royal Palace in the 14th century. It didn't come full circle until being turned into a public museum after the French Revolution. The structure itself is a beautiful as the 35,000 pieces of art it exhibits.



3. Empire State Building, NYC
   This is as iconic as you get. Once the tallest building in the world, this Art Deco style structure can be seen in just about every movie ever filmed in New York City. Rent a New York City timeshare and enjoy this New York monument by taking the elevator to the 102nd Floor Observatory. From here on a clear day you can see 80 miles. For an additional $15 ticket you can go 16 floors higher. Even when you're not actually on site, you can enjoy this grand skyscraper as it lights up each night, the colors and designs often changing to match holidays and special observances.



4. Big Ben, London, England
   An England timeshare rental or exchange will get you to the world's most famous clock. And here is a piece of trivia to know before you go - "Big Ben" is actually the name of one of the bells in the clock tower. But over the years that name has become synonymous with the huge structure. The massive bell itself is 7 1/2 feet tall and weighs over 13 tons. The clock tower is part of the Houses of Parliament, and a special light above the clock indicates when Parliament is in session. And another piece of trivia: Big Ben's timekeeping is strictly regulated by a stack of coins placed on the huge pendulum.