Discount shopping in paris

Suzy Gersh-man's "Born to Shop" excursion in Paris offers behind-the-scenes insights, shopping tips and a 4-star luxury hotel to call home base.

For Fl,650 (US$270) per room per night (minimum 4-night stay), guests enjoy traditional Millennium Opera Paris accommodations, a full American breakfast buffet daily and one dinner (in Brasserie Haussmann) per person per stay.

Each guest also receives a Galeries Lafayette VIP Welcome Kit containing coupons for the store's many specialty and upscale designer name shops, a ticket to their weekly fashion show, a discount card and store directory.

Upon booking the package, which is available through Dec. 31, 2000, a copy of Gershman's "Born to Shop Paris" guide is sent.