"Today I'm going to Provence!" I sent this message to my subscribers on the 14th of September 2023. On that day, Rachel, Aimée and I left the south ... Read more!
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Renting a car in Milan to Lyon: The Road Trip
There are memorable trips to be made in the Alps. The one I want to show you crosses three countries: France, Italy, and Switzerland. Under a radiant sun, ... Read more!
The Best Destinations for Luxury Boating in France
A boating holiday along France's tranquil waterways is an ideal way to explore the country at a relaxing pace. Boasting over 8,000 km of canals and rivers, France ... Read more!
Mont-Saint-Michel Bay: A Captivating Coastal Escape
Le Mont-Saint-Michel is a French wonder that fascinates travellers from all over the world. Situated on a rocky island off the Normandy coast and just a stone's throw ... Read more!
Beautiful Brittany Unveiled: A Week in Pictures
I'd been promising myself for a long time that I'd come and explore Brittany. And this June, I set foot on Breton soil with a particular emotion for ... Read more!
Renting a car in Barcelona to Perpignan: The Road Trip
There are memorable trips to be made in France. Some are in "la France profonde" (deep France), others in the country's farthest reaches. Under a radiant sun, let's ... Read more!
Unforgettable two-week waterway holidays in Lorraine
The French give Lorraine an unfair reputation as an industrial region and, therefore, not very interesting from a tourist point of view. A holidaymaker travelling through the region’s ... Read more!
The Grand Tour of Alsace: A 12-Day Itinerary
For many wishing to discover Alsace, organising an itinerary is not an obvious idea. Which sites to visit? Which towns and villages are worth a visit? Having travelled ... Read more!
Around Aix-en-Provence: 10 Beautiful Places to Visit
Is there any need to introduce Aix, the historical capital of Provence? The charming town offers visitors a rich and fascinating architectural and cultural heritage. But beyond the ... Read more!
10 Best Things To Do In The South of France in 2022
When you think of travelling to France, you probably imagine going to Paris, Normandy, or possibly Alsace-Lorraine. However, one place that sometimes doesn’t get the credit it deserves ... Read more!
The Best of Rural Alsace – 5 Areas To Discover
After the long winter period, we all want to dream of warm sunny days. With the return of warm weather on the horizon, the need to get away ... Read more!
The Lorraine Regional Natural Park: What To See!
Tourists visiting the French province of Lorraine often concentrate on the cities of Nancy and Metz. But for those who prefer the countryside, the Lorraine Regional Natural Park will ... Read more!
Around Lyon: 30 Beautiful Places to Discover
Is there any need to introduce Lyon, the capital of the Gauls and the capital of French gastronomy? The city offers visitors an incredible architectural and cultural heritage. ... Read more!
Around Dijon: 15 Places to Discover in Burgundy
Is it necessary to present Dijon, the historic capital of Burgundy and a Mecca of French gastronomy? The prefecture of the Côte d’Or offers visitors a rich and ... Read more!
The Canal de Bourgogne by Boat: Most Beautiful Sites
It is said that Burgundy is like a snail. It will not reveal anything to the hurried tourists who rush through the region without taking the time to ... Read more!
Does it snow in France? Everything you need to know!
Does it snow in France? During winter, not all regions in France experience high degrees of snow. France’s highest peak is Mont Blanc, 4,810 metres (15,780 ft). The ... Read more!
I passed the challenge: “One day, one blog post”!
I’ve been pretty quiet on this blog lately. I had a good reason: I was busy following an enduring challenge. From Monday 8 March to Wednesday 7 April ... Read more!
The Moselle Valley: A Discovery Itinerary
If the Rhine is the emblematic river of Alsace, the Moselle is the backbone of Lorraine, the neighbouring region. Indeed, this tributary of the Rhine gave its name ... Read more!
The French Countryside: A Discovery Guide
Do you wonder what lies beyond Paris? Industrial estates? High-rise blocks? Commercial zones? The least that I say about the people of France is that they are quite ... Read more!
3 Ideas for Day Trips in the Paris Region
Have you heard of the Île de France? In English the region is often simply called “Paris region”. This historic area encompasses a large stretch of land beyond ... Read more!
