Welcome to the 'Joucas Guided Walk', an enchanting chapter from our last journey through Provence! During a memorable 40-day stay in Bonnieux, our lovely home base, I explored ... Read more!
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Lake Annecy: What You Need To See
Lake Annecy is a place that never ceases to amaze me. Framed by steep, forested slopes and snow-capped peaks, its turquoise waters shimmer with an almost unreal beauty. ... Read more!
10 Most Beautiful Towns in the French Alps You Need to Visit
Many towns in the French Alps captivate with their unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. From quaint lakeside retreats to lively cities surrounded by ... Read more!
Annecy Travel for Seniors: Why the Right Suitcase Matters
When it comes to Annecy travel for seniors, this picturesque lakeside town offers the perfect escape.With its serene canals, historic old town, and breathtaking mountain views, Annecy is a ... Read more!
The French Alps in Summer: Scenic Beauty and Adventure
This past July, we spent an unforgettable month discovering the French Alps in summer, specifically in the stunning Tarentaise Valley in Savoie. Our journey took us back to the ... Read more!
The Best Destinations for Last-Minute Ski Holidays in France
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!
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!
A Long Weekend in Clermont-Ferrand
Clermont-Ferrand is in a beautiful town of France, in the Puy-de-Dôme département. The touristic destination is best known for its important university and the incredible volcanic mountains that ... 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!
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 really necessary to introduce the stunning region around Annecy? In this beautiful part of the French Alps, you’ll find a breathtaking lake with emerald waters that ... Read more!
Top 10 most famous things to see in Lyon
As France’s second-largest metropolitan area, Lyon boasts a rich architectural and cultural heritage. For a long time, I have been dreaming of visiting Lyon. I made it on ... Read more!
