Meursault in Burgundy: sightseeing and places to see
Have you heard of Meursault in Burgundy? Although we certainly had before, we couldn’t have…
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Dijon gastronomy: a great foodie destination in Burgundy
There is no longer any need to prove the reputation of Dijon gastronomy. This is…
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What to see in Nice when cruising the French Riviera
There are many good reasons why you should start (or finish) a cruise in Nice.…
Discover Val Thorens, Europe’s highest ski resort!
At the very end of the Belleville valley lies the stunning domain of Val Thorens.…
The best sites to see around Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Last August we were in Provence, in the area around Saint-Rémy-de-Provence for a couple of days.…
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…
This is Léon, the last Gas streetlamp in Paris !
Malakoff does not rank amongst my favourite destinations in the Paris region. I knew very…
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Let’s Take A Journey To Brittany with INSIDR
We have another opportunity to share our common interest in providing the best information for…
Mont Pourri, Savoie’s third highest peak
The Mont Pourri is a mountain situated in the French Alps. At an altitude reaching 3,779…
Why you should visit La Plagne in Autumn
This is the second time we are spending Autumn in the French Alps. With less…
Grande Casse, Savoie’s highest peak
The Grande Casse is a mountain situated in the French Alps. At an altitude reaching 3,855…
Cycling Lake Annecy: one of France’s best tours
When you drive around the mountains surrounding Annecy you’ll pass many cyclists tempted by the…
Let’s explore Normandy with our friends at INSIDR.co
We are featuring some content from our friend and partner INSIDR.co. INSIDR is a friendly startup…
Why you should climb the Aiguille Rouge in Les Arcs!
Looking for an outing for all the family in the Alps? With a few small…
Discover the domain of Les Arcs in Summer
Are you looking for a Summer destination for all the family in the French Alps?…
2 days in Nancy: where to go and what to see
First time in Nancy? Well, you’re in for a treat! Over your 2 days in…
Arc Héré, the triumphal arch of Nancy
You’ve certainly heard of Paris’ grand Arc de Triomphe. In the Lorraine city of Nancy is another…
The best way to discover La Plagne in the French Alps
Since we’ve moved to an alpine village in the Tarentaise Valley we have not yet…
Set sail for unforgettable holidays in the Dordogne
Summer is upon us and it’s made me think a lot recently of my childhood…
The Glass and Crystal Route in Lorraine
The glass and crystal route links all the major glass and crystal works in Lorraine…
Discover the alpine village of Granier-sur-Aime
I still have to pinch myself when I look through the window at the magnificent landscape…
Things to see in Aime-la-Plagne, Savoie
For a little while I had wanted to write about our village’s closest town. The…
The Ultimate Alsace Wine Route Itinerary
How many people visiting Paris and France know about Alsace in the north-east of France? It boasts some…
Discover Beblenheim, a charming village in Alsace
Beblenheim is a charming village situated not far from Riquewihr. A little away from the…
Discover the Provins Medieval Christmas Market
I have two favourite sites when it comes to Christmas in the Seine-et-Marne département. These…
What makes the Ribeauvillé Christmas Market special
A joyous medieval atmosphere awaits all who come to Ribeauvillé! Open on two weekends during Advent, the…
Buy your tickets to Paris monuments and save time!
Preparing your trip to Paris can be a bit complicated to organise, particularly if you’re…
Discover the Tarentaise Valley in Savoie
You’ve probably heard of major sites in the French Alps without knowing they were located in…
Discover Mont-Blanc, Europe’s highest peak
Mont-Blanc is situated in the east of the French département of Haute-Savoie (74) département, where…
The return from the Alpine pastures in Annecy
I’ve known about the return from the Alpine pastures for a long time. I had…
What to see in Aix-les-Bains, Savoie
Aix-les-Bains is a spa resort in the French département of Savoie between Annecy and Chambéry in the French Alps. Bordered by Lake Bourget,…
What to see in La Roche-sur-Foron in Haute-Savoie
La Roche-sur-Foron is a little town in the French département of Haute-Savoie at the crossroads…
7 Villages to Visit on your Dream Holiday in the Luberon
Provence immediately conjures up images of lavender filled fields, beautiful farm houses and manoirs with…
Discover the Passy Cemetery in Paris
The Passy Cemetery in the 16th arrondissement of Paris is the one of Paris’ largest operating cemeteries. The…
6 best places to stay in Paris
Paris is a beautiful patchwork quilt of enticing arrondissements, each one with its own reasons…
Discover the French departement of Savoie
Did you know? 73 is the two-digit number allocated to the French departement of Savoie.…
Discover the French departement of Haute-Savoie
Did you know? 74 is the two-digit number allocated to the French departement of Haute-Savoie.…
Why you should climb the Salève mountain
We are fortunate to live in a village situated on the East side of the…
Discover the Côtes de Toul vineyards in Lorraine
Vineyards and wine in Lorraine? You and I are not dreaming! Caught between two famous wine regions,…
What we discovered in the Glieres Plateau
Since we arrived in Annecy, we’ve been told the Glieres Plateau (Plateau des Glières) was…
What to see in Groisy in the Annecy region?
Commanding fine views of the Alps and as far as the Jura, the village of…
Why we chose Annecy as our new French base
After three years residing in the Paris region, we finally moved to Annecy for our…
Our top tips for walking in Paris
A lot of people we’ve met that are visiting Paris don’t necessarily come prepared. It…
Discover the old Ivry windmill near Paris
Ivry-sur-Seine does not rank amongst my favourite destinations in the Paris region. I knew of…
Discover the Montmartre Cemetery in Paris
The Montmartre Cemetery in the 18th arrondissement of Paris is the second largest operating cemetery of the…
What to know about Palais Bourbon, Paris
Palais Bourbon is located in the 7th arrondissement in Paris. It is facing the Place…
Discover the Montparnasse Cemetery in Paris
The Montparnasse Cemetery in the 14th arrondissement of Paris is the second largest operating cemetery of the…
Amazing places to see on a Paris by night tour
Both in Winter or Summer, the City of lights stays lively all night long. You…
Top 10 Free Things To Do In Paris
Besides London, New York and Tokyo, Paris is considered one of the most expensive cities…
The only Breton Lighthouse in Paris is no more
By the train tracks of the Montparnasse station that serves Brittany once stood a Breton…