France Travel Tips
The French wrote the book on la vie en rose and gave the world champagne and camembert, de Beauvoir and Debussy, the Tour de France and the Tour Eiffel. There's a term for their seductive lifestyle - Douce France (Sweet France) and you'll find yourself using it often.
Although the ubiquity of Levis and Le Big Mac flusters the country's cultural purists, a year in Provence or a weekend in Paris will explain why half the world grows dreamy over stalking Paris's streets or picnicking Manet-style sur l'herbe.
Monaco Tours from Cannes
Written by Viator, January 2012
Cannes. Monaco. Two names that conjure up images of the glamorous life. And the road that links them? The French Riviera’s famous Grand Corniche, one of the world’s most spectacular drives with views ...
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Provence Tours from Marseille
Written by Viator, January 2011
Famed for its beautiful Vieux Port, or Old Port, this seaside city in the south of France is beloved by travelers and locals alike. Unlike more glamorous locales like Nice and Paris, Marseille is ...
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Provence Day Trips
Written by Viator, August 2010
Provence is luxuriously located in south-eastern France and next to the Mediterranean Sea. It has always been an inspiration to artists (Picasso, Matisse, van Gogh), a playground for the rich ...
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French Riviera from Nice
Written by Viator, August 2010
The French Riviera teems with destinations dripping with glamor and natural beauty, with Nice the logical spot for a base to see them all. Whether you want history, fashion, fun, beaches, day ...
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Tips for Visiting Disneyland Paris
Written by Viator, July 2012
Travel to Disneyland® Paris and help make your dreams come true. Come with your kids – or not - there is fun for kids, teens and adults alike, with over 50 world–class Disney attractions, shows and ...
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Provence Day Trips from Avignon
Written by Viator, August 2010
Avignon makes the ideal base for exploring the South of France. Whether you head for lavender-laden landscapes, visit the architectural treasures of nearby towns or explore the stunning coast, ...
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Lavender Tours
Written by Viator, November 2010
It’s hard to believe, but there was a time not so long ago when visitors to Provence rarely ventured far from the Côte d’Azur. The inland was chiefly known as the center of France’s fragrance ...
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Paris by Citroen 2CV
Written by Viator, April 2011
Want to travel around Paris like a local? Let your chauffeur take the wheel of an iconic Citroen 2CV and you’ll soon be whizzing around the Arc de Triomphe in true Parisian style. Private tours of ...
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Food & Cooking Tours
Written by Viator, August 2010
Experience traditional recipes and methods for preparing French cuisine and indulge your passion for cheese, pastries, chocolate and wine as you explore Paris. Fine food, wine, and the gourmet spirit ...
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St Tropez
Written by Viator, January 2012
The rich and famous might have their enormous yachts and grand chateaux, but any one of us can occupy the chairs and tables in the cafes that line the promenade at St Tropez, enjoy the sunshine and ...
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Champagne Region
Written by Viator, April 2011
We have to agree, there’s nothing more French than Champagne. To see where the legend began, visit the sacred town of Reims, known for its role in consecrating the kings of France as well as its ...
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Loire Castles from Paris
Written by Viator, November 2010
The gentle green landscape of the Loire Valley lies within easy reach of Paris. While not lacking in scenic vistas and historic towns, it is the region’s magnificent concentration of chateaux which ...
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Provence Wine Tasting
Written by Viator, August 2010
As well as lavender, the soil of Provence is of course the source of some outstanding wines. Grape cultivation was big business around here even before the Roman Empire came along, and today ...
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Burgundy & Dijon Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
Burgundy and Dijon: the names alone should get the taste buds going, but the towns and countryside of this French region are a feast for all the senses. Day 1: Dijon The gorgeous streets of ...
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Battlefield Tours from Lille
Written by Viator, August 2010
Lille was once part of Flanders, a region in Belgium. Flanders, and in particular, Ypres (also known as the Salient), some 120km (75mi) from Lille, saw the most intense battles of the First World War ...
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