france
Macarons, croissants, baguettes and cheeses. For the food, alone, a trip to France is worth the money. This wonderful country is full of history, architecture, grandeur and romance.
Ah France. Land of the baguette and macaron.
Home of the revolution and the amazing Palace of Versailles.
I’ve been to Paris three times – which still doesn’t seem like enough – and ventured beyond Paris to see the palace at Versailles.
I also love to frequent the gorgeous Cote d’Azur in France’s south. I tend to base myself in Nice, but also managed to visit Antibes, Grasse, Eze Village, Cannes, Saint Paul de Vence, Menton and Villefranche-sur-mer in my travels so far.
How To Get From Paris To Versailles And What To Do There
The Palace of Versailles is a French icon and the absolute definition of opulence and wealth. Learn how to add a trip to Versailles to your Paris itinerary.
The Most Unique And Special Places To Celebrate Christmas Abroad
With the holiday season looming, I’ve assembled a collection of fabulous and unique places to celebrate Christmas abroad.
Exploring The Most Beautiful Old Towns In Europe
There’s nothing quite like strolling amongst the historic neighbourhoods of Europe’s most beautiful old towns and fairytale villages.
Montmartre: A Village Vibe In The City Of Paris
Montmartre is the beating bohemian heart of Paris. This area still feels like a quaint artsy village, rather than a big city and the local food scene here is wonderfully delicious.
How To Spend The Perfect Day Exploring Cannes
A day trip to Cannes should be on the cards when visiting the French Riviera. This former fishing town now punches well above its weight for glitzy, luxe experiences by the sea.
A Fragrant Trip To Grasse On The French Riviera
Grasse is the home of French perfume, but there are plenty more things to do in Grasse than just buying exquisite smelling scents. Grasse is located just a little way inland from the French Riviera.
Exploring The Medieval Town Of Antibes On The French Riviera
Antibes is one of the French Riviera’s hidden gems. There are so many things to do in Antibes such as exploring the old town or visiting the Picasso Museum.
The Best Royal Palaces To Visit In Europe
There are so many royal palaces and castles in Europe to visit across many countries. Enjoy experiencing a day in the life of a royal by exploring these beautiful palaces.
An Unmissable Day Trip To Villefranche-sur-Mer in the French Riviera
There are lots of things to do in the lovely coastal town of Villefranche-sur-Mer on the French Riviera. From beaches to ancient citadels, there’s much to explore.
The Best National Parks to Visit in Europe
Compiling a list of the best National Parks in Europe is giving me serious wanderlust. I can't wait until I can make the long trip over to the continent again. For now, though, I'll have to be content trawling through the amazing contributions from this exceptional...
The Perfect Day Trip From Nice to Èze Village
A Day Trip To Èze VillageMy day trip to Èze Village begins on a rare cloudy French Riviera morning. Weather is no issue here, though. As soon as I walk up the hill and enter the weathered stone ramparts of Èze Village, I am spellbound. This small, walled medieval town...
A Day Trip to Saint-Paul de Vence from Nice
How to get to Saint-Paul de Vence from Nice? Nice is the perfect base for a French Riviera holiday, but that doesn't mean that you shouldn't head out and explore the other towns on the Cote d'Azur. Once such town that is unmissable is the hilltop artistic haven that...
