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02/05/2018 - 15:19

Changes for the good

Pad 1210 <p>In France, the 1st of May isn&rsquo;t only a public holiday known as La F&ecirc;te du Travail (May Day or Labour Day), it also signals a new raft of changes across the country, which often means increases in gas prices or train fares. In Dieppe however, the outlook isn&rsquo;t as gloomy, and May 1st is actually a synonym of good news, as the recent changes will benefit everyone!&nbsp;</p> <p>First of all, both the Brits and the Dieppois will be delighted to hear that the third daily return crossing has just started again on the Newhaven-Dieppe route. Ferries now leave the Sussex port at 9 am, 5:30 pm and 11 pm daily, and with returns from Dieppe at 6pm or midnight, anyone can come and soak up the local atmosphere for a day. Passenger numbers have increased by 8.58% in the first semester of the year and bookings for this summer are already looking very promising. More and more people are choosing to use this route not only because the line is reliable and convenient, but also because Dieppe is well worth a visit.&nbsp;</p> <p>Another piece of positive news for visitors is the introduction of a new electric shuttle bus which connects the station to the seafront via the hospital and the quaysides. The modern vehicle hit the streets on the 1st of May and hasn&#39;t gone unnoticed. It completes the loop twice an hour from 9 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday in May and June, then every day of the week in July and August. Visitors arriving at the train station can easily hop on the little electric bus to reach their hotel, the tourist office, the busy shopping streets or the beach.&nbsp;</p> <p>Let&rsquo;s stay on the beach, where the well-loved swimming complex Les Bains has just extended its opening hours. Swimmers can now enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool seven days a week from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm Monday though Friday and 8:30 am to 7 pm weekends. The complex also has an indoor section complete with a water slide, jacuzzis and games. Adjacent to the pool, restaurant L&rsquo;&Ocirc; 2 Mer (a pun for the word seawater in French) is a local favourite. It boasts two terraces: one offering sea views and the other looking overlooking the outdoor pool. It&rsquo;s a great place to have a drink or a meal while the sun is out.&nbsp;</p> <p>On the over side of the street, the Casino has undergone a revamp and has just been relaunched in style! In addition to the dozens of new slot and gaming machines, the establishment now boasts a 4-star hotel, modern reception rooms and a beautiful new restaurant serving delicious and reasonably-priced food.&nbsp;</p> <p>As always, Dieppe is on the move and is ready to welcome visitors with open arms!&nbsp;</p>

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