The seaside resort city of Deauville, France, is a favorite retreat for wealthy Parisians and those seeking luxury. It boasts a famous casino, extravagant hotels (including the much-admired Tudor-style Normandy Hotel), large private mansions and a superb beach and boardwalk (promenade des planches) for strolling and people-watching. (Note the private dressing rooms on the beach that use the names of Hollywood film stars instead of numbers.)
Horse-racing is a favorite at the city's Hippodrome in the summer—Deauville has been called the Ascot of France. While in town, see the Port Deauville marina and the posh spa.
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