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French Riviera · Loire Valley · Paris
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5 Places to Go Camping in France
France is home to some quit stunning scenery and a wonderful country for enjoying the outdoors, Add onto that the French food and wines and you begin to see the attraction of France as a camping and o ...
Visiting Dordogne – 10 Reasons to holiday in Dordogne
Dordogne is one of the most beautiful regions in France. With its stunning castles and lush forests, Dordogne has the appearance of having emerged straight out of a fairytale. There are many monuments, Chateaux, and rustic villages dotting the region and visitors to the area will enjoy the architecture and scenery in Dordogne. Listed below are some of the best reasons for visiting this part of France.
10 Must See Things in the Provence Area of France
Provence has a range of attractions to offer tourists such as its scenic beauty, quaint European villages and heritage sites. Visitors are sure to enjoy the magnificence of this beautiful and versatile Southern French region. Here are some ideas to make the most of your vacation.
10 Reasons to Visit Dordogne in France
This beautiful fairy tale region in the south west of France is famous for its castles, Châteaux and other monuments, reminiscing an ancient era. Visitors are sure to be captivated by its quaint villages, scenery and architecture as well. Here are some reasons you should visit Dordogne.
10 Family Vacation Ideas for the South of France
The South of France is a charming amalgamation of archaic and contemporary Europe. Home to several celebrated Victorian artists, this sun kissed coastal holiday locale is on the wish list of every world traveller. Here are some vacation ideas to make your holiday here memorable.
Cycling Holidays in France
Cycling holidays in France allow one the opportunity to see the country from a unique perspective. A cycling holiday is a sightseeing vacation without the hustle and bustle of impatient drivers and bu ...
A Guide to Chamonix, France
Chamonix is a town located in the eastern part of France in the Haute-Savoie department. A spotlight was first cast on this little town during the 1924 when they hosted the Winter Olympics and showed ...
The Cuisine of Provence - The Hidden Richness
For years Provencal cooking has been relegated to a poor substitute for the rich cuisine of Burgundy and northern France. "Of course", gastronomes would say, in condescending tones, "it's very healthy ...
Disneyland Paris - EuroDisney
To make a break at one of the many Paris hostels truly magical, visitors could head out to Marne-la-Vale where Disneyland Paris is located. Situated 20 miles from the centre of the city and an easy tr ...
Skiing Guide to Mont Blanc, France
Mont Blanc, meaning White Mountain, is the highest mountain in the Alps and Europe with its highest summit at 4,180m. Mont Blanc is unique in the sense that it has two sides, the French and Italian si ...
Secrets of Food in the Languedoc
The Languedoc is a vast area stretching from the Camargue in the east to the borders of Catalan Spain in the South and in the North to Toulouse and Albi; it covers a great diversity of food and cookin ...
Getting Out Into Nature While In France
When most people think of France, they picture quaint cafes and the rest of Paris, but there is a lot more to this country than just city life – such as the beautiful countryside.Roaming the cou ...
Holidaying in Collioure, South of France
Collioure - a visually spectacular traditional French fishing village. On the Mediterranean - at the beach. Indulge yourself in art, French and Catalan culture, great food and wine, twice-weekly market...
Visit France - Rouen, Normandy, Brittany
Rouen: This medieval town is associated with Joan of Arc, and later with the painter Monet. See Rouen Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1063 and was painted at every hour of the day in all types of ...
France - Facts for Tourists
Currency: The Euro... 100 cents to the Euro. Bills are 5,10,20,50,100,200. Coins are 1,2,5,10,20,50 cents and 1, 2, Euro. The Euro was introduced in 2002. Language: French. The French are very ...
Avignon - Great City Of The Popes
Avignon, an enticing medieval town in southern France, is found in the region of Provence. At times referred to as city of the popes, Avignon was sanctuary for nine such men who sought reprieve from t ...
France: On The Road
Paris, the city of love and a thousand other clichés, still holds a certain mystic. But no matter how many written words this great city has commanded - however familiar this town may appear - ...
Treat Yourself And Travel To France
No country embodies the grandeur of European travel quite like France. From the international artistic reputation of Cannes to the luxurious leisure of the Riviera, France has demonstrated a remarkabl ...
France at 200 Kph - of Grandmothers, Lyon and Rain
In my teens, I traveled to France with my mother, father and grandmother for a month of sightseeing with a rental car. Michael Schumacher and Formula 1 have nothing on my father and our Opel rental ca ...
France - Paris, Nice, Bordeaux and St. Tropez
From beaches to the alps, France has a little of something for everyone. It is a diverse country with a rich history. It can be easy to overdose on the volume of things to see, but you can't do much w ...
Tour de France - More than Just a Cycle in the Park
The Tour De France is not only the most famous cycle race in the world, but one of the best known and most gruelling races of any kind. This year marked the 93rd race, running for 23 days across 20 di ...
Chamonix Nightlife
Chamonix, is one of the hot spots of the French Alps and is just a train ride from Paris. Better known for its ski slopes, many people never seem to fully appreciate the nightlife available here unles ...
Not Just Skiing in Chamonix
There are several things you can do while in Chamonix. You can go to Paragliding School or take a flight. You may also want to try white water rafting or cannoning. Les Houches has an indoor wall you ...
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Chamonix, also known as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, is a town in the Eastern part of France, sitting at the foot on Mount Blanc, and therefore a great attraction for those who enjoy winter sports. Chamonix i ...
Subcategories:
French Riviera · Loire Valley · Paris
France Travel Articles:
5 Places to Go Camping in France
France is home to some quit stunning scenery and a wonderful country for enjoying the outdoors, Add onto that the French food and wines and you begin to see the attraction of France as a camping and o ...
Visiting Dordogne – 10 Reasons to holiday in Dordogne
Dordogne is one of the most beautiful regions in France. With its stunning castles and lush forests, Dordogne has the appearance of having emerged straight out of a fairytale. There are many monuments, Chateaux, and rustic villages dotting the region and visitors to the area will enjoy the architecture and scenery in Dordogne. Listed below are some of the best reasons for visiting this part of France.
10 Must See Things in the Provence Area of France
Provence has a range of attractions to offer tourists such as its scenic beauty, quaint European villages and heritage sites. Visitors are sure to enjoy the magnificence of this beautiful and versatile Southern French region. Here are some ideas to make the most of your vacation.
10 Reasons to Visit Dordogne in France
This beautiful fairy tale region in the south west of France is famous for its castles, Châteaux and other monuments, reminiscing an ancient era. Visitors are sure to be captivated by its quaint villages, scenery and architecture as well. Here are some reasons you should visit Dordogne.
10 Family Vacation Ideas for the South of France
The South of France is a charming amalgamation of archaic and contemporary Europe. Home to several celebrated Victorian artists, this sun kissed coastal holiday locale is on the wish list of every world traveller. Here are some vacation ideas to make your holiday here memorable.
Cycling Holidays in France
Cycling holidays in France allow one the opportunity to see the country from a unique perspective. A cycling holiday is a sightseeing vacation without the hustle and bustle of impatient drivers and bu ...
A Guide to Chamonix, France
Chamonix is a town located in the eastern part of France in the Haute-Savoie department. A spotlight was first cast on this little town during the 1924 when they hosted the Winter Olympics and showed ...
The Cuisine of Provence - The Hidden Richness
For years Provencal cooking has been relegated to a poor substitute for the rich cuisine of Burgundy and northern France. "Of course", gastronomes would say, in condescending tones, "it's very healthy ...
Disneyland Paris - EuroDisney
To make a break at one of the many Paris hostels truly magical, visitors could head out to Marne-la-Vale where Disneyland Paris is located. Situated 20 miles from the centre of the city and an easy tr ...
Skiing Guide to Mont Blanc, France
Mont Blanc, meaning White Mountain, is the highest mountain in the Alps and Europe with its highest summit at 4,180m. Mont Blanc is unique in the sense that it has two sides, the French and Italian si ...
Secrets of Food in the Languedoc
The Languedoc is a vast area stretching from the Camargue in the east to the borders of Catalan Spain in the South and in the North to Toulouse and Albi; it covers a great diversity of food and cookin ...
Getting Out Into Nature While In France
When most people think of France, they picture quaint cafes and the rest of Paris, but there is a lot more to this country than just city life – such as the beautiful countryside.Roaming the cou ...
Holidaying in Collioure, South of France
Collioure - a visually spectacular traditional French fishing village. On the Mediterranean - at the beach. Indulge yourself in art, French and Catalan culture, great food and wine, twice-weekly market...
Visit France - Rouen, Normandy, Brittany
Rouen: This medieval town is associated with Joan of Arc, and later with the painter Monet. See Rouen Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1063 and was painted at every hour of the day in all types of ...
France - Facts for Tourists
Currency: The Euro... 100 cents to the Euro. Bills are 5,10,20,50,100,200. Coins are 1,2,5,10,20,50 cents and 1, 2, Euro. The Euro was introduced in 2002. Language: French. The French are very ...
Avignon - Great City Of The Popes
Avignon, an enticing medieval town in southern France, is found in the region of Provence. At times referred to as city of the popes, Avignon was sanctuary for nine such men who sought reprieve from t ...
France: On The Road
Paris, the city of love and a thousand other clichés, still holds a certain mystic. But no matter how many written words this great city has commanded - however familiar this town may appear - ...
Treat Yourself And Travel To France
No country embodies the grandeur of European travel quite like France. From the international artistic reputation of Cannes to the luxurious leisure of the Riviera, France has demonstrated a remarkabl ...
France at 200 Kph - of Grandmothers, Lyon and Rain
In my teens, I traveled to France with my mother, father and grandmother for a month of sightseeing with a rental car. Michael Schumacher and Formula 1 have nothing on my father and our Opel rental ca ...
France - Paris, Nice, Bordeaux and St. Tropez
From beaches to the alps, France has a little of something for everyone. It is a diverse country with a rich history. It can be easy to overdose on the volume of things to see, but you can't do much w ...
Tour de France - More than Just a Cycle in the Park
The Tour De France is not only the most famous cycle race in the world, but one of the best known and most gruelling races of any kind. This year marked the 93rd race, running for 23 days across 20 di ...
Chamonix Nightlife
Chamonix, is one of the hot spots of the French Alps and is just a train ride from Paris. Better known for its ski slopes, many people never seem to fully appreciate the nightlife available here unles ...
Not Just Skiing in Chamonix
There are several things you can do while in Chamonix. You can go to Paragliding School or take a flight. You may also want to try white water rafting or cannoning. Les Houches has an indoor wall you ...
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Chamonix, also known as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, is a town in the Eastern part of France, sitting at the foot on Mount Blanc, and therefore a great attraction for those who enjoy winter sports. Chamonix i ...