France often comes top when it comes to the world's best ski destinations, and rightfully so. It boasts picturesque mountain scenery and varied ski areas, from high-altitude ski ... Read more!
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London to Marseille: A Memorable Flight
On this Sunday, at the end of September, we left the south of England to spend just over five weeks in Provence. The flight from London to Marseille ... Read more!
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!
Twilights in the French Alps: A Photo Collection
Our spring break in Savoie has been an unforgettable experience for all our family. To end on a high note, I’d like to describe the most beautiful twilights ... Read more!
Discover the Tarentaise vineyards in Savoie
Did you know that? The Tarentaise vineyards are the first in France - coming from Italy!This little joke aside, I have always been attracted by the little-known vineyards ... 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!
Chasing Spring in the French Alps: A Traveller’s Tale
"Today I'm going to France!" I sent this message to my subscribers on the 12th of April 2023. On that day we left the south coast of England ... Read more!
Colours of Autumn in Annecy: A Photographic Journey
Autumn in France marks the end of the long summer break and the beginning of a season of transition to winter. It is a wonderful time to explore ... Read more!
The Esterel Corniche Road: A Scenic Journey
Between Saint-Raphaël and La Napoule, the Esterel massif offers natural scenery which inspires wonder. It is one of the most beautiful regions of Provence, opened to mass tourism ... 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!
The fabulous onion dome steeples of Savoy
They are a characteristic part of the landscape of Savoy and give a resolutely cheerful and baroque touch to the background of snow-capped mountains. The onion dome steeples ... Read more!
What are the most beautiful villages of Savoie?
Let’s discover together the most beautiful villages of Savoie, from the north to the south of the province. From the flowery villages on the shores of Lake Geneva ... Read more!
A stroll through the market in Annecy
This is one of the most typical markets in the Savoy region. Three times a week, the arcaded streets of the old town, paved and coloured, welcome the ... Read more!
15 sites to discover around Annecy
Is it necessary to present Annecy and its lake with emerald waters in which the Alps are reflected? This tourist mecca in Savoie is surprisingly charming and beautiful ... Read more!
Take the French Alps Quiz
Find out more about the French Alps on the blog… Who knows: you might get some answers for the quiz! ... Read more!
Discover the Formidable Fortified Town of Briançon
An imposing citadel on a rocky outcrop in a spectacular setting of high mountain peaks… this is the fortified town of Briançon. And it hardly leaves anyone indifferent! ... Read more!
Discover Val Thorens, Europe’s highest ski resort!
At the very end of the Belleville valley lies the stunning domain of Val Thorens. Built above the tree line, “Val Tho” or simply “VT” is surrounded by a ... Read more!
What it’s like to ride the La Plagne Bobsleigh?
To start the winter season off in style we were given the opportunity to do something that’s really incredible, maybe a once in a lifetime experience…. the La ... Read more!
Mont Pourri, Savoie’s third highest peak
The Mont Pourri is a mountain situated in the French Alps. At an altitude reaching 3,779 m (12,398 ft) above sea-level, it is the second highest peak of the ... Read more!
Why you should visit La Plagne in Autumn
This is the second time we are spending Autumn in the French Alps. With less tourists and traffic it is a really good time to explore and it ... Read more!
