Last June, we visited the famous Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy. This was our first visit to the famous monument under blue skies and at low tide. But I'd ... Read more!
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7 Magnificent River Cruises Across the Globe (including 3 in France!)
Traveling along rivers can be one of the most calming, beautiful, and rewarding experiences. Taking a river cruise is an especially enjoyable way to explore the world while ... Read more!
Lake Geneva: Top 10 Must-Visit Sites
In another article, I described Lake Annecy and its treasures. Now it's time to explore the neighbouring Franco-Swiss lake, which is much more significant: Lake Geneva. After compellingly ... 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!
Is Saint Patrick’s Day in France A Celebration?
Saint Patrick’s Day marks the feast day of the Irish national hero, St Patrick, also the patron saint of Ireland. In France, concerts of Celtic music highlight la fête ... Read more!
Hans Trapp, the terror of the children of Alsace
Riding his black horse, he roams the countryside of northern Alsace with a vengeance. Hans Trapp is the terror of Alsatian gatherings. On St Nicholas' Eve, he proudly ... Read more!
Monaco by Night: What to See and Do
Picture this… The sun finally sets over the Principality of Monaco. The lighthouses in the port light up as the boats return from their cruises on the Mediterranean. ... Read more!
The Rhine Falls: A Breathtaking Natural Site in Europe
You don't know the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen? This article will help you discover one of the most beautiful natural spectacles in Switzerland.I visited this mini-European Niagara Falls ... Read more!
Eastbourne: A Guide to the British Seaside Resort
Eastbourne is the archetypal English seaside resort. The town is also the headquarters of French Moments Ltd, our small family business.So it was time for a blog post ... Read more!
Vosges sandstone: the Rhineland’s emblematic stone
Do you know what Strasbourg Cathedral, the Lion of Belfort, Haut-Kœnigsbourg Castle, the Main Post Office in Metz and the Imperial Cathedral in Speyer have in common? Vosges ... Read more!
Winchester Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
Renowned as one of the best in Europe, the Winchester Christmas market is inspired by traditional German Christmas markets. Visitors enjoy its lively atmosphere and unique location in ... Read more!
11 Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in the UK
Let’s step into the joy of Christmas in the UK with the discovery of one of the most popular festive traditions. The Christmas markets in the UK are ... Read more!
The Christmas pyramid: Origins and Traditions
The Christmas Pyramid, also known as the Advent Pyramid, is an important decorative element of the Christmas season in German countries. It has been making its way into ... Read more!
30 Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Germany
Let’s enter the joy of Christmas in Germany by discovering the Weihnachtsmarkt tradition. The Christmas markets in Germany are indeed an age-old tradition. During Advent, thousands of markets ... Read more!
The Ensisheim meteorite: a divine omen for Austria?
How a falling meteorite precipitated the war between Austria and France. The Ensisheim meteorite, which fell in 1492 in front of the walls of the former Austrian capital, ... Read more!
Thanksgiving in France: Do the French Celebrate it too?
Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November (23 November in 2023). Thanksgiving is undoubtedly the most celebrated day in the United States ... Read more!
The 1356 Basel Earthquake: What Happened?
Almost 700 years later, it is still being talked about. The 1356 Basel earthquake left a lasting impression on the Upper Rhine regions of Alsace, northwest Switzerland and ... Read more!
Brede High Woods: Bluebells and Spring Walk
Brede High Woods is one of England’s largest woodlands. This very special place is also a forest full of history, encompassing nine ancient woods. It is home to ... Read more!
Wilderness Wood: Bluebells and Family Walk
On this bank holiday in early May, we visited Wilderness Wood with our family. A lovely place in the High Weald of England where you can see beautiful ... Read more!
What Is England In French: A Little Guide
What is ‘England’ in French? This might be an easy question for francophiles and francophones to answer. But we should never take for granted that, for many, the ... Read more!
