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!

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Chasing Autumn in Provence: A Traveller’s Tale

"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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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!

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Halloween in Alsace: 5 Legendary Places to Explore

Halloween in Alsace? I might as well tell you right now, the parties and animations organised in the region are not on par with the Christmas festivities. For ... Read more!

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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!

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The return from the Alpine pastures in Annecy

I’ve known about the return from the Alpine pastures for a long time. I had heard of great festivals happening in Austria, Switzerland and Bavaria, but only recently ... Read more!

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Christmas 2016 at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann

Christmas 2016 at Galeries Lafayette is just amazing. The department store has done a great work this year with beautiful and creative decoration. The theme chosen for the window display ... Read more!

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No Christmas tree in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Bad news for those who wished to wonder at the traditional Christmas tree in Paris. Following the Great Fire of April 2019 there will be no Christmas tree in ... Read more!

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Explore La Défense Christmas Market in Paris

The Christmas market of La Défense is arguably the largest in the Paris region. The cluster of its white chalets at the centre of the Esplanade seems at odds with ... Read more!

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The Eiffel Tower by Night: A Photographer’s Dream

In the heart of Paris, where history and romance intertwine, there stands an iconic landmark that captivates the world with its enchanting transformation after sunset—the Eiffel Tower. Join ... Read more!

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Who is the character of Saint Nicolas?

For children of the French provinces of the Alsace, Lorraine and the Flanders, Saint-Nicolas is the character who distributes presents on the 6th December. He is the Patron Saint of Lorraine whose people ... Read more!

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Today is the first Sunday of Advent

Today is the first Sunday of Advent, a time of waiting and preparing for Christmas. Advent lasts for four weeks, starting on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. Lighting ... Read more!

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Christmas at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann

In 2015, the window display of the Galeries Lafayette are based on “a Christmas from another planet” with its lots of robots, Jedi, imperial troops, R2D2 and Stormtroopers ... Read more!

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Our 10 Best Photos of Autumn in Paris

In this post we have compiled a selection of French Moments’ photos of Autumn all taken in the Paris Region, known as the Île de France. Autumn in Paris is definitely ... Read more!

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Colchiques dans les prés

At the end of Summer, crocuses are blooming in the meadows and clearings. When French people sing about them, we know that Autumn in near: Colchiques dans les ... Read more!

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Que reste-t-il de nos amours: the story of the song

Que reste-t-il de nos amours ? (I wish you love)… The song talks about what is left of love with a personal and poetic touch and is set ... Read more!

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World War I Armistice Day in France: What Happened?

The Public holiday commemorates the Fête de la Victoire when the Armistice after World War I (Armistice du 11 Novembre 1918) was signed on the 11th of November ... Read more!

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Toussaint Day and French cemeteries

Toussaint Day (All Saint’s Day) takes place on the 1st of November and is a special day for Catholics to honour their deceased relatives and friends. Let’s find ... Read more!

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Halloween or Holy Wins?

The night between the 31st of October and Toussaint Day is Halloween. A pagan tradition from Ireland, Halloween is considered an essential celebration in America with its costumes ... Read more!

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Autumn Leaves: the story of the song

Les Feuilles Mortes… The sight of a colourful autumn scene in a forest reminds us of a popular French song written in the aftermath of WW2. “Les Feuilles ... Read more!

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