Extra services for perfect holidays !
Insurance
Problem solving ? We can propose guarantees adapted to your particular needs with quality services by our partner business at the time of your sign up/reservation of our services.
Cancellation – AX2016011
Multi-risk – AX2016010
Transportation
Transfers
Will you be arriving by aeroport or train station?
Our services offer a shuttle service from the aeroports or train stations and costs depend on distance and number of accompanying luggage/bags.
– by van with chauffeur
– by luxury vehicle with chauffeur
Car rental
In partnership with our local car rental service, we can take care of any reservation upon your arrival at an aeroport or train station at very competitive rates!
Bicycle hire
Bicycles can be hired for all the members of your family for scenic clycling tours in the heart of Provence
Catering
Welcome basket
16 euros per person with minimum of 2 persons arrival
Should you be arriving on a Sunday or public holiday when local shops are closed, not to worry; at Terravana we have you covered with all your basic food necessities (like fresh local fruit, vegetables, pasta, hams, eggs, juice, butter, jams, tea, coffee and sugar).
Delivery of produce from your shopping list
A charge of 35 euros plus the total cost of items purchased on list
And if you would rather arrive in relaxed comfort without the hassle of shopping for your groceries before hand, let us do the work – we can relieve you of this stress.
An organic veggie basket
25 euros per basket
No need to change your ideal diet habits, this food basket is delivered fresh from the local organic growers ‘ association on Tuesday evenings.
Private/Personal Chefs
Should your require a private/personal chef to cook in the comfort and discretion of your vacation premises, we can assign a competant team to prepare your ideal home-cooked dining experience.
Other basic services for optimum comfort:
Cleaning
15 € per heure
The cleaning charge at your departure (final cleaning) is included in your rental costs. However, we can also arrange a cleaning at any time during your stay.
Various equipment rental
For the convenience and comfort of your little ones we propose :
Portable, foldable baby bed: 15 euros per week
Push chair/pram: 15 euros per week
High chair: 10 euros per week
Baby bath: 8 euros per week
Kitchen luxuries:
Nespresso machine + 20 coffee caps – 25 euros per week
Mobile telephone/cell with SIM card for France – 25 euros per week
Babysitting
Charged from 8 euros per hour depending on number of children needing care, Terravana can take care of your night time sortie needs
Sports & Well-being
Beauty care and services can be reserved by calling: +33 (0)494 04 71 55
SPA/JACUZZI – the ultimate in relaxation solo or in a group! Private hot hub sessions can be arranged for your event needs at the Chateau de Berne (5 star hotel) or at the Golf de Barbaroux resort
Golf
For golf players there is an 18 -hole circuit at the Golf de Barbaroux just 20 km away where dining and well-being pampering can also be made available.
Tennis
For lovers of tennis, the Cotignac Tennis Club has two courts that can be reserved when not in use
For private lessons, call : +33 (0)6 88 50 83 15
For more information on what to do and see in Provence, consult the various websites for:
-La Provence Verte
-L’arrière Pays Varois
-La Dracénie
-Parc National du Verdon
Provencal Cooking Class
Choose your recipe or the menu, it is so easier to learn at the same time cooking with the advises of the “chef”.
You are going to learn most of the secrets of the Provencal Cooking, using the local products (when it is possible).
According to your accommodation, and the number of people interested in, many possibilities.
PRICES :
– Teaching class by the “chef” : 35€ / hour per person (maxi 1 or 2)
Nice for people accommodate in a bed & Breakfast
– Teaching class at your place (rental house) : 35€ / hour
– Package for a meal : 60€
Prices don’t include :
The foodstuffs will be on your charge at a good price. You will pay the professional price.
Organic food on request.
Why would you choose Terravana ?
Acknowledge competences in the business of coordination and organisation :
Two dynamic french and english speaking women manage the Terravana company.
We come from tourism business background, with each one a large experience. About the country, that we appreciate, we know quite a lot.
An exceptionnal setting :
In the heart of the Provence, between the Mediterranen sea and the canyons of Verdon, Cotignac is settle down at the feet of the impressive tuff rock where life is easy !
Fitted guarantee :
We are regulated by the regulations of the tourism legislation run by Atout France :
– Receptive Travel Agency, Tourism Licence Number : IM083120029
– Professionnal civil Responsability : Gan Insurance
– Financial guarantee of 100 000€ : Groupama Insurance
Services of special sightseeing tours :
We have a van, and offer unusual tours but at the same time authentic for discovering the Provence.
At Cotignac in Provence Verte, Terravana is the best income travel agent to organize your stays, tours or events !
Why the Ecotourism ?
Definition of the International Ecotourism Society :
Ecotourism is a form of responsable travel to natural areas that contribute to environmental protection and well-being of local people.
How do it ?
Ecotourism is a form of tourism which includes the following features :
- It brings together all forms of nature-based tourism and in which the main motivation of tourism is to observe and appreciate nature and the traditional cultures prevailing in natural areas.
- It involves an element of education and environmental interpretation.
- It is usually arranged for small groups by small local companies specialized.
- It supports the protection of natural areas, and ensures the well-being of local people :
- By providing economic benefits to host communities, organizations and governments that ensure the preservation of natural areas ;
- Creating jobs and livelihoods for local people ;
- Promoting awareness among residents of the host country as among the tourists of the need to preserve the natural and cultural capital.
The ecotourist :
The motivation for the ecotourist is mainly to observe and understand the nature and traditional cultures he encounters during his journey. And that is what you enjoy.
Shuttle services
Arrival by train or plane ?
Terravana is there to help you to reach Cotignac, your accommodation and to begin your holidays.