France: Town / City
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Champagne Region
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 ... Continue Reading »
Loire Castles from Paris
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 ... Continue Reading »
French Riviera from Nice
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 ... Continue Reading »
Paris by Night
As if Paris wasn’t gorgeous enough by day, at night it becomes a seductress of lights and shadows with that grand dame, the Eiffel Tower, shining the brightest light of all. Lit up from top to ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Bordeaux: Suggested Itineraries
It’s impossible to mention the name Bordeaux without thoughts of ruby red wine, so charge your glass and drink deep of the region's many charms. This lovely city on the lower Atlantic coast is a ... Continue Reading »
St Tropez
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 ... Continue Reading »
Gossip Girl Goes Monaco
In a case of life mirroring television, not only is Blair Waldorf engaged to the fictional Prince of Monaco on the series Gossip Girl, featuring misbehaving Upper East Side New York teenagers; ... Continue Reading »
What to see in Strasbourg
I am ashamed but willing to confess that for most of my life I thought that the city of Strasbourg was in Germany . It’s not. It’s in France . Far eastern France, only 1.8 miles (3 km) from the ... Continue Reading »
Avignon – City of the Popes
Avignon is famous as the City of the Popes and for the children’s song which describes folk dancing on the Saint Bénézet Bridge, “Sur le pont d’Avignon” (“On the bridge of Avignon”) over ... Continue Reading »
Charming Eze Village
On the coast between Nice and Monaco on the French Riviera is one of the loveliest places I have ever been: the tiny village of Eze. Situated on the cliff side of that magnificent road The Grand ... Continue Reading »
Contemporary Arts Bus
In a country such as France , where the cultural history is so rich, it’s easy to forget that art is still being made. There are artists working right now, today, as I write, and as you read this. ... Continue Reading »
Find Your Inspiration in St Tropez
Brigitte Bardot was famously 'discovered' on the beach at St Tropez , and since the 1950's this French Riviera resort town has been known as a playground for the international jet set. Once a ... Continue Reading »
Free Things to Do in Cannes
Cannes has the aura of wealth and glamor, but there’s more to this small village than that annual red-carpet parade held in May. Cannes may feel out of reach for those with a budget in mind, ... Continue Reading »
French Riviera Alpine Trainspotters Alert!
Celebrating 100 years in operation and still on the rails, the heroic Train des Pignes passes through 25 tunnels, over 16 viaducts and 15 metallic bridges in the mountainous areas of the ... Continue Reading »
Glamorous Cannes
The French Riviera is famous for its chic, picturesque coastal towns, and June or September is the perfect time to visit Cannes. The Film Festival has wrapped up and the red carpets have been rolled ... Continue Reading »
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