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Culinary France
Honey and Cinnamon Christmas Cookies
During the Christmas holidays, have fun making and decorating pretty shortbread cookies that you can give as gifts or enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee ! Warm and delicious, these...Read more -
Summer season
Harvest season in France
Do you know the harvest season in France ? This special time for the wine makers is the perfect and unique moment to be part of a wine tour !Read more -
Most beautiful Villages of...
4 new villages recognised 'Plus Beaux Villages de France' (Most Beautiful Villages of France)
In this year 2022, "The Most Beautiful Villages of France" welcomes four newcomers.Read more -
Arts & Crafts of France
11 Luxury Arts & Crafts products of Alsace
Alsace is a region of France that has retained a unique Arts & Crafts tradition. Marquetry, Pottery, Glassware & Crystal are just a few examples of the crafts mastered by local Artisans....Read more -
Culinary France
8 Activities to discover Bordeaux off the beaten track
Only a short 2 hour train ride from Paris, Bordeaux is the perfect destination for a unique getaway. Surrounded by world famous vineyards, close by the Atlantic coast and its endless...Read more -
French Monuments
10 facts you probably didn't know about the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower - or as we call it in French, La Tour Eiffel - is one of the world’s most famous landmarks. The tower was designed as the masterpiece of the 1889 World's Fair in Paris...Read more -
Culinary France
The 5 Most Famous Bordeaux Wine Appellations
The fame of Bordeaux wines is due to their quality, their history, but also to the mind-boggling numbers expressed. Bordeaux vineyard represents the largest productive quality area...Read more -
Culinary France
Léa's selection of the best local delicacies from Bordeaux
While in France expect to taste delicious food & wines. When I travel, I always love to spend time in markets and taste food to understand the local culture. Following locals is the...Read more -
Culinary France
5 Alsace Appellations you have probably never heard of
If you're looking for a wine tasting holiday you could do a lot worse than visiting Alsace in Eastern France, home to some of the wine trade's best kept secrets.Read more -
Day Trips in France
Our Selection of the Best Normandy Day Trips from Bayeux
Bayeux is the perfect gateway to visit the most important sites the Normandy region has to offer. Striking Chalk cliffs, Historical events, Iconic French Monuments and local delicacies...Read more -
Historical Events
10 facts you probably didn't know about the Normandy D-Day landings
D-Day was the largest invasion by air & sea in military history. Operation "Overlord" involved more than 150 000 troops, 6 900 ships and landing vessels, 2 400 aircraft and 867 gliders....Read more -
Most beautiful Villages of...
Most Beautiful villages of France: Collonges-la-Rouge
Discover one of the most beautiful villages of France located at the border between the historical regions of the Limousin & Quercy. The village is an architectural Gem with all its...Read more -
Day Trips in France
Our Selection of the Best Bordeaux Wine Tours, Activities & Day Trips from Bordeaux
So, you have set your mind up and are seriously considering visiting Bordeaux. Wholly revitalized since its so-called “Sleeping Beauty” days, Bordeaux is now one of France’s liveliest...Read more -
Charming Small Towns of France
Our Selection of the Best Things to Do & See in La Rochelle
Located on the Atlantic coast, the town of La Rochelle is directly linked to the ocean. Its dense history, passing from English to French domination, offers an astounding heritage...Read more -
Day Trips in France
Our Selection of the Best Dordogne Day Trips from Sarlat
With its incredibly preserved villages, unparalleled prehistoric sites and buzzing markets, the Dordogne department of France has a wealth of attractions to fill your visit.Read more -
Day Trips in France
Our Selection of the Best Alsace Day Trips from Strasbourg
From sightseeing in the scenic villages to wine tasting in historic vineyards, Alsace offers something for everyone. Taste delicious food & Wines, visit authentic villages!Read more
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Culinary France
The 5 Most Famous Bordeaux Wine Appellations
The fame of Bordeaux wines is due to their quality, their history, but also to the mind-boggling numbers expressed. Bordeaux vineyard represents the largest productive quality area...Read more -
French Monuments
10 facts you probably didn't know about the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower - or as we call it in French, La Tour Eiffel - is one of the world’s most famous landmarks. The tower was designed as the masterpiece of the 1889 World's Fair in Paris...Read more -
Arts & Crafts of France
11 Luxury Arts & Crafts products of Alsace
Alsace is a region of France that has retained a unique Arts & Crafts tradition. Marquetry, Pottery, Glassware & Crystal are just a few examples of the crafts mastered by local Artisans....Read more -
Culinary France
8 Activities to discover Bordeaux off the beaten track
Only a short 2 hour train ride from Paris, Bordeaux is the perfect destination for a unique getaway. Surrounded by world famous vineyards, close by the Atlantic coast and its endless...Read more -
Day Trips in France
Our Selection of the Best Bordeaux Wine Tours, Activities & Day Trips from Bordeaux
So, you have set your mind up and are seriously considering visiting Bordeaux. Wholly revitalized since its so-called “Sleeping Beauty” days, Bordeaux is now one of France’s liveliest...Read more
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