WELCOME GUIDE YOUR HOLIDAYS LES TAMARIS

SUMMER 2021 www.lamisoleil.com SOMMAIRE YOUR HOLIDAYS IN LES TAMARIS & PORTES DU SOLEIL

3 Welcome

4 L’Ami Soleil

7 The resort

16 Useful informations

17 The markets

18 The area

25 The Privileges Advantages

33 Check Out

37 Lamy Property - Buy your own second home in Portiragnes BIENVENUE

Dear holiday guests, It is with great pleasure that the whole L’Ami Soleil team welcomes you to our little holiday village in Portiragnes-Plage. By staying in our domain you place your holidays in our hands, and we thank you for the confidence that you have placed in us. Everything has been done to help you experience some of the happiest and most unforgettable days with us. In this brochure you will find all useful information for you to enjoy your stay in the domain to the full. Our staff is at your entire disposal should you have the slightest question. On behalf of L’Ami Soleil, I wish you an excellent stay at Les Tamaris & Les Portes du Soleil.

Orlane CHATTEL General Manager

COVID19: Depending on the evolution of the health situation this summer, the information in this welcome brochure may be slightly modified.

L’AMI SOLEIL 5 DESTINATIONS

CHOOSE FROM AMONG 5 PRIVATE DOMAINS IN THE SOUTH OF

On the Mediterranean coast in the heart of Provence, passing through the Hautes-Alpes, l’Ami Soleil offers you four sunny destinations for happy family holidays. Do you want more information? Have a look at our website. www.lamisoleil.com PRIVILEGE CARTE L’AMI SOLEIL

To use a L’Ami Soleil privilege card is to enjoy numerous additional advantages when reserving and during your holidays in our domains. Privilege cancellation insurance* Choice of house according to your preferences Special «Privilege Client» reductions Many reductions on site

*see conditions on our website.

DON’T STILL GET YOUR CARD ? Ask it at the reception to get reductions when visiting our privilege partners and book your next stay by L’Ami Soleil directly on our website: www.lamisoleil.com THE RESORT LES TAMARIS THE RESORT LES TAMARIS ET PORTES DU SOLEIL

In the enchanting setting of this domain beside the sea you will find 2 superb swimming pools with a new aquatic complex that will delight young and old with its toboggans and relaxation space. In July-August a team of young entertainers looks after the holidaymakers, from the youngest children to the grandparents. The Tam-Tam Club receives your children from 5 to 12 years of age, free of charge, from Monday to Friday. Sports events are organized for older guests. This domain is well known for its memorable evenings, its entertainment and its family atmosphere guaranteed by a friendly, likeable team.

RECEPTION PARTIES

SWIMMING POOL SPORTS

MINI CLUB ANIMATION LOW SEASON Variable schedule RECEPTION (on display in the reception area).

The reception is located right away on your left when you enter the domain. Our team is at your disposal in case you have any question about the domain, the region and the activities you should do in the near. In case of any trouble, please let us know as soon as possible in order to avoid any complication or misunderstanding.

OPENING HOURS HIGH SEASON

Monday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 6pm Tuesday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 6pm Wednesday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 6pm Thuersday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 6pm Friday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 6pm Saterday From 8am to mid & from 2pm to 8pm Sunday From 9am to mid & from 3.30pm to 5pm SWIMMING POOL

FUN & AMUSEMENT Two pools for twice the pleasure accessible during the hours posted near the pool’s entrance. Opening hours are posted at the entrance to the pool.

ACCESS & RULES

Access is free of charge and exclusively reserved for our holiday guests. Wearing a bracelet is obligatory. You can pick them up at reception. For reasons of hygiene the wearing of shoes around the pool is prohibited, swim shorts and bermudas are not allowed and the shower is obligatory. MINI CLUB HIGH SEASON ONLY

« LE TAMTAM CLUB » The miniclub “TamTam Club“ welcomes your children aged 5 to 12 free of charge from Monday to Friday. They will be surrounded by official multilingual and dynamic activity leaders. On the programme: sports and game activities, DIY, early learning games, dance and shows, mini disco, etc. The children prepare a show during the week and perform for you on Friday night. The Mini-club is conceived for you to give your children unforgettable holidays.

PROGRAMME The complete program is available at the «ANIMATION» information point (see map). PARTIES HIGH SEASON ONLY

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER WITH L’AMI SOLEIL There’s something for all tastes and all ages in Les Tamaris & Les Portes du Soleil. Your evenings are lit up be entertainment on the village scene. Entertainers’ show every Sunday to start the festivities. During the week, the outside performers get you singing and dancing. The bill includes magicians, singers, hypnotists, DJs for theme nights, a foam party or a cabaret.

JEUX APERO Every day at apero time, join our dynamic, fun- loving team at the village bar, a happy place where family comes first. SPORT

SPORTS FACILITIES For sporting holidays, welcome to Les Tamaris. For getting back in shape after our nights of madness, nothing quite like pulling on your trainers and enjoy a bit of sport. As a tenant on the property, you will benefit from the complete sports infrastructure free of charge. • Petanque & Ping-Pong • Tenniscourts • Children’s playground • Multiple sports ground • Beach volleyball court

MATERIALS Materials free available on request to the animation team: on presentation of an identity card and depending. SERVICES HIGH SEASON ONLY

SNACK Feeling a bit peckish? Drop in at the village snack / bar. On the menu: tapas boards, paninis and hot- dogs, but also ice-creams, etc.

BAKERY Baguettes, croissants, chocolate bread, ... You can find everything you need for your breakfast in the domain’s baker’s shop, next to reception.

BARS There are two bars in the village where you can enjoy yourself during your holidays, the ideal place for an aperitif in the sun, sipping a cocktail or savouring a fine Belgian beer. Lounge atmosphere beside the pool, pétanque atmosphere in the bar «Le Traquenard» next to the Plaine de jeux games area. ANIMATION JULY - AUGUST

Throughout your holiday week our team of L’Ami Soleil animators and entertainers offers activities to delight young and old alike. Days and nights packed full of all kinds of exciting things to do. Activities around creativity, rhythm, games and sports are offered, tailored to the age of your children. The youngest guests (5 years and up) can enjoy the mini-club. Older children can take part in the aquagym courses, swimming pool games and sports tournaments and try their hand at pétanque.

PROGRAMME COMPLET THE OFFICIAL PROGRAM IS DISPLAYED ON THE BIG BOARDS IN THE DOMAIN - INFORMATION POINT (SEE MAP). USEFUL INFORMATIONS LES TAMARIS ET PORTES DU SOLEIL

ACCES - The magnetic badge issued on your arrival is necessary for entering and leaving the domain with your vehicle.

LAUNDRY - They are two laudry in the resort. Please have a look at the map to localize them.

EMERGENY NUMBER - In case of emergency, dial 112

RULES - You will get the domain’s safety instructionswhen you check in. This document sets out the rules of correct conduct that you should follow during your stay.

BARBECUES - It is prohibited to hang out the washing on the balconies and in the gardens. Please use charcoal for your barbecue.

PARKING - Parking is limited to designated parking spaces, in front of your house or around the pool.

SPEEDNESS - For everyone’s safety, the speed limit is 10 km/h.

BINS - Trash bins for household waste are available near your accommodation. For bottles, plastics and cartons, please use the recycling banks in front of reception.

DOGS - They must be kept on a leash. Pets must be kept way from play areas. Please pick up your pet’s droppings in order to make sure the Estate continues to be enjoyable for everyone.

RÉCEPTION : +33 (0) 467 09 80 00 TAXI : +33 (0) 467 39 82 82 USEFUL OFFICE DU TOURISME : +33 (0) 467 90 92 51 NUMBERS CENTRE MEDICAL : +33 (0) 467 09 97 00 PHARMACIE : +33( 0) 467 90 90 09 MARKETS PORTIRAGNES AND THE AREA

Take advantage of your stay in the South of France to stroll through the markets. The market is a place of exchange where one lives to the rhythm of the seasons. Come and meet our local producers, discover their fresh products: olives, honey, cheeses, cold cuts, fruits and vegetables, and fill your basket with flavors and colors.

MARKET DAYS HS = HIGH SEASON LUN MAR MER JEU VEN SAM DIM CLOSE TO US Portiragnes-Plage Vias HS Vias-Plage HS

A BIT FURTHER HS Cap d’Agde HS HS HS Le Grau d’Agde HS HS Pezenas HS Sérignan Valras-Plage

NIGHT MARKETS HS HS Portiragnes-Plage HS La Tamarissière HS THE AREA PORTIRAGNES - PLAGE LA RÉGION L’HÉRAULT

Strung out along the rim of the Mediterranean and with fine sandy beaches, a stone’s throw from the and with magnificent mediaeval towns, you have arrived in Portiragnes-Plage, situated in the Languedoc-Roussillon, more precisely in the Department of Hérault, between Valras (approx. 6 miles) and the Cap d’Agde (approx. 9 miles). The Hérault, curving like an amphitheatre around the bright blue sea, offers a full range of breath-taking country sides, archaeological sites, nature reserves, picturesque villages and towns of historical and cultural interest.

PORTIRAGNES-PLAGE BIG 5 - BEST THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS BIG 5 - BEST PLACES TO VISIT YOUR PRIVILEGE BENEFITS PORTIRAGNES-PLAGE

BEACH & FARNIENTE Portiragnes-Plage has an ideal family beach, with long stretches of fine sand sloping gently down into the Mediterranean. A place that lends itself to luxurious laid-back idleness, it is also a good place for water sports such as pedalo, stand-up paddle or even sailboarding.

OFFICE DU TOURISME The Info Tourisme of Portiragnes-Plage welcomes you, informs you and guides you, placing at your disposal all information documents on the activities,entertainments and places to discover. Open during the season : 7/7. BIG 5 - BEST THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS

1. L’AQUAPARK DU CAP D’AGDE 20 minutes away from Portiragnes-Plage, the Aqua Park welcomes you to have fun on a park of giant inflatables floating on the water. A fun and sporting activity ideal to practice with family or friends.

2. LA PLAGE DU BOSQUET Bosquet beach at Portiragnes-Plage awaits you for lively days and nights of water sports and tracks, fully equipped beaches, private evenings. Adrenalin surge guaranteed as you climb aboard the banana or towed inflatable rafts. Possibility of water skiing / wakeboard or even stand- up paddle, etc. 3. AZIMUT AVENTURES The adventure park in Portiragnes-Plage, with 17 monkey-bridge courses through the trees, giant ziplines and flylines and a climbing tower. Adventurers of all ages can come for fun and relaxation with friends or family.

4. CANOË Discover the beauty of Languedoc-Roussillon differently as you wrestle your canoe down the wild waters of the Orb.

5. EUROPARK Over the years Europark has grown to now offer you more than 80 attractions spread over nearly 17 hectares. Quieter family-type attractions, roundabouts to adrenalin-junkie rides, there’s something to please everyone. BIG 5 - BEST PLACES TO VISIT

1. LE CANAL DU MIDI A cycle track allows a there- and-back trip along the canal banks as far as Béziers. Canal boats are also available for hire without licence. An original way to discover the Canal du Midi, sailing freely, taking in the many and varied landscapes of this site, mentioned in the UNESCO world heritage list.

2. LA CITE DE CARCASSONNE To visit Carcassonne and its fortified mediaeval citadel is to visit a site mentioned in the UNESCO world heritage list and the largest of its kind in Europe. The Citadel is open, which means that you may visit free of charge, just by strolling its paved streets and along the ramparts. 3. LES GORGES DE L’HÉRAULT Situated 1½ hours from Portiragnes, this tourist site is a protected and unusually wild place of natural beauty. Plunging as deep as 900 feet or more in places, the Gorges de l’Hérault is a picturesque space simply made for canoeing.

4. BÉZIERS The oldest town in France, Béziers is only 9 miles from Portiragnes, ideal for a half- day excursion.

5. PEZENAS, VILLE DE MOLIÈRE Steeped in history, Pézénas has somehow succeeded in developing its tourist attractions whilst also preserving its authenticity. Discovering the historic heart of this old market town is an enchantment, a journey through time. AVANTAGES PRIVILÈGES

The «L’Ami Soleil» Privilege Card entitles you to a whole range of reductions from our preferred partners. These reductions are among the many advantages of the Privilege Card.

YOU DON’T YET HAVE ONE? Go to reception and order your card now. You can then benefit from these reductions and make the most of your stay in Portiragnes-Plage

FIND OUT YOUR REDUCTION CHECK OUT GO BACK HOME CHECK OUT GO BACK HOME

TIMING During the summer season, departures take place on Saturdays between 8 and 10 am. When you check out, please bring your keys, magnetic badges for the gate and pool access bracelets. EARLY CHECK OUT In case you wish to leave your villa outside the opening hours of the reception, please deposit your house keys in the box provided for this at the reception.

The inventory of fixtures will be done after your departure by our services, the deposit will then be returned (subject to damage caused). In order to avoid possible misunderstandings, it is preferable to report any damage during your stay. BEFORE TO LEAVE THANK YOU TO RESPECT ...

Here are some rules to respect before to leave your accomodation: • The dishes must be washed and put away and the dishwasher emptied. • The refrigerator must be defrosted and emptied, the oven cleaned. • The bins emptied, no food left in the cupboards. • The barbecue and grill cleaned. • The furniture put back in place. • The sheets and towels put on the terrace table.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMPREHENSION FEEDBACK YOUR OPINION MATTERS

What did you think of your holidays with L’Ami Soleil? With a view to the ongoing improvement of our infrastructures and domains, we listen to what our holidaymakers have to say. When you get back from your holidays please consider placing your opinion on TripAdvisor or on our page Facebook. In parallel, when you return home, you will receive, a satisfaction questionnaire. We hope you will have enjoyed a pleasant stay at Les Tamaris. Thank you for your comments.

LAMY PROPERTY L’ACHAT D’UNE SECONDE RÉSIDENCE

BUY YOUR OWN VILLA IN PORTIRAGNES-PLAGE Did you know that the holiday homes in the L’Ami Soleil villages are available for sale?

Built during the early 1990s by the Belgian Lamy Group, the villas were then sold on to private individuals who transferred rental management of their properties to L’Ami Soleil, the tourism management company of that group.

INVESTING IN LEISURE, OR THE ART OF COMBINING PLEASURE AND RETURN ON INVESTMENT. So, you enjoyed your holidays, the domain and the region? Then why not buy your own accomodation?

• TAX AVOIDANCE • VAT REBATES • ANNUAL YIELD • RENTAL INCOME • A HOME IN THE SOUTH • ETC. Visit our internet site to find out more about properties still for sale in our various villages.

Infos : www.lamyproperty.com