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There is no question, when you think of Provence in the South of France, you think of lavender fields. Known as "blue gold", the plant has been cultivated for centuries in the area called the Plateau of Valensole in Provence,…
The historic city of Reims was at one time one of the most important cities in France. It used to be the traditional site of the coronations of French Royalty, and was known as "City of Kings". Found by the Gauls at…
"Grey skies are going to clear up, put on a happy face!" It is very grey and dreary in Paris at the moment. I think the Weather channel said something like there have been 4 minutes of sunshine since Jan…
We have started planning our winter holidays for this year, and as always this is a topic with an enormous amount of debate. The perfect ski holiday is a little bit like threading the needle. Okay, I'm exaggerating but it…
Côtes du Rhône wines are not the fanciest on the block, but they do get around. A lovely glass of wine, while lounging around in the sunny south of France, what could be better!? On either side of the Rhône…
The wines of the Loire Valley may not be as famous as its châteaux, but that is not to say there is not some great wine in the region. And really, who doesn't want to sip wine while dreaming of…
There are many royal Châteaux in the Loire Valley of France, but the most emblematic has to be the Château de Chenonceau. Not on dry land, but on a river, it immediately catches your eye with its elegance and majesty.…
The city of Amboise was one a royal home. Located near Tours in the Loire Valley, this tiny little town holds a strategic position in between 2 rivers, the Loire and the Amasse, and is one of the top cities…
If you have ever dreamt of traveling all over France, the France Miniature theme park outside of Paris is a great place to start. The most beautiful French cities, attractions all monuments, all replicated and miniaturized to 1/30th the size.…
A charming town in the Charente area of southwest France, Cognac has everything going for it. Located about 1.5 hours away from Bordeaux, the city has its own beautiful architecture, wide-open boulevards, a historical château. And have I mentioned the cognac?…
Château de Breteuil is not one of those famous castles that are on everybody's Paris bucket list, like the Palace of Versailles or Château de Fontainebleau. Nonetheless, once you arrive at this exquisite Château and its expansive gardens, you will…
If you are looking for reasons to visit Saint-Malo in Brittany, how about golden beaches, a fortified citadel, a pirates' den, a sailors' port, and enough legends and stories to fill the history books. Located on the west coast of…
The town of Briançon is known as a gateway to the ski resort of Serre Chevalier, but it has more than just skiing for visitors. It has been an important city in the Alps since the days of the Roman…
Most people have never heard of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume in Provence. And they don't know its connection to Mary Magdalene, and her years in France. The clue is in this little French town's very long name which is filled with meaning, bringing…
Lourmarin is not one of those Provençale villages that comes up a lot when planning a holiday in France. And that's a pity. Its nearby neighbors like Gordes and Isle-sur-Sorgue get a lot more press coverage. But it is not…
For the locals, Le Panier is special. A tiny little quartier in the city of Marseille, right next to the city's historic harbor, the Vieux Port (Old Port) that today has become a tourist attraction for visitors. A neighborhood still…
Paris may have its Eiffel Tower, but for the Marseillais, it can only be Notre Dame de la Garde. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it is actually not a Cathedral, but a Basilica. It is known as La Bonne Mere (the…
If you only have a day to spend in Marseille, you are going to want to spend it at the Vieux Port. Marseille's Old Port has a bit of everything: a beautiful harbor, a modern new museum, a charming old…
If you are planning a trip to Provence, you may have stumbled upon a stunning photo of the Gorges du Verdun. Deep in the heart of the south of France, this gorgeous natural river canyon about 15 miles (25km) long.…
Deep in the heart of the natural park of Verdon, lies the village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie in Provence. Perched on a steep hillside, this tiny village near the Gorges du Verdon has been labeled one of the "plus beaux village de…