Why the Pyrénées-Atlantiques is a walker’s paradise
Bordered by Gers, the Landes, Hautes-Pyrenees and the Bay of Biscay, with the Atlantic to the west and the Pyrenees to the south, the Pyrénées-Atlantiques is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
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Things to do in France
Exploring Provence’s historic village of Goult
Goult might be a significantly lesser-known village than the neighbouring towns of Gordes and Roussillon, but that doesn’t make it an absolute treasure to visit.
Wanting accommodation for less than two weeks? Check out these three ‘odd duration’ Vintage Travel villas
Not everyone’s holidays fall for a convenient ‘one’ or ‘two’ weeks. If your holiday falls short of two weeks and you need quality accommodation for less than 14 nights, check out the following three ‘odd duration’ Vintage Travel villas.
Discovering the beguiling Breton city of Brest
Known for its rich maritime history where countless battles have taken place down the centuries, the ancient city of Brest, positioned at the tip of Brittany, is a beguiling port city to visit.
Three imposing chateaux of the Dordogne
You don’t have to travel far in France before you see an imposing chateau on a hillside, surrounded by stunning countryside. Some of the most impressive chateaux in France belong to the exceptionally beautiful Dordogne.
What You Can Expect in France’s Lot-et-Garonne
Named after the Lot and Garonne rivers, the Lot-et-Garonne is a stunning department in the south-west of France. This 500km region stretches from the slopes of Mont Lozère to the picturesque banks of the mighty Garonne River at Aiguillon.
Discovering Provence’s Breathtakingly Beautiful Vaucluse
When we think of Provence, images of fields of brightly coloured lavender flanked by rolling hillsides with quaint villages perched at the zenith, are never far away.
Ways to Enjoy the Unique Outdoor Life of South West France
Comprising of the Languedoc and Dordogne regions that boast an incredibly diverse landscape of gorges, meadows, vineyards, beaches, cities and ancient villages, the South West of France is simply made for being in the great outdoors.
Three Traditional and Charming Markets in Brittany
The beguiling towns of Brittany are littered with quirky customs, interesting sites, beautiful architecture and unmissable markets where locals and visitors flock to week-in-week-out, to pick up fresh produce and unique items they wouldn’t find anywhere else.
Exploring the Pretty Côte de Granit Rose in Brittany
Brittany’s Côte de Granit Rose is famous for its beautiful, romantically-coloured rocks that possess a pretty, pink hue that never fails to ignite wonderment in all who visit this remarkable part of the coast.
Four Unmissable Easter Traditions in France
If you’re looking for an Easter with a difference this year for all the family to enjoy, then look no further than France. This culturally-diverse nation clings onto unique traditions and customs all year round and none more so than at Easter.
What is Easter Like on the Sunny Algarve?
With the sun soaring overhead, the temperatures warming up nicely and colourful festivals taking place in almost every city, town and village, Easter is a wonderful time to be on the Algarve. At Eastertime, fairs are put on across the region, where you can sample gastronomic delights unique to the region, such as almonds covered
For food markets and ancient churches visit the Dordogne’s Sarlat-la-Canéda
In the verdant lands of the Dordogne in south-west France, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to visiting quaint and traditional towns and villages, with fascinating architecture and sites of interest. One such town goes by the name of Sarlat-la-Canéda, which can only be described as a ‘must-see’ town of the Dordogne.
Is there anything to do in Tarn with teenagers?
Hailed as ‘the Tuscany of France’, the region of Tarn, nestled amidst the beauty of South West France, is one of the country’s best-kept secrets. Despite the unique scenic beauty and fabulous tranquillity of Tarn, there’s plenty to do in this verdant region to keep prone-to-boredom teenagers entertained.
Why Brittany is the perfect destination for some early Christmas shopping
With Christmas fast approaching, it’s a good idea to head to the shops early and get some Christmas shopping done and dusted. If you’re looking for some more unusual gifts this year and want an excuse to escape overseas and experience a different culture, why not jump on a boat or plane and make your
Exploring the beautiful Castelnau-de-Lévis in South West France
Castelnau-de-Lévis is a pretty village in the Tarn department of southern France, to the west of the ancient city of Albi.
Why the autumn is a beautiful time to visit the Dordogne
With a staggeringly beautiful landscape of lush valleys, impressive gorges, rolling hillsides and rushing rivers, interwoven by alluring traditional villages, where time has stood still for decades, the Dordogne is fascinating to visit all year round.
Visit the La Gacilly Photo Festival in the beautiful Breton village of La Gacilly
La Gacilly is a charming village on the bank of the Aff River in the Morbihan department of Brittany. This atmospheric town is best known for being the birthplace of the botanical beauty genius, Yves Rocher.
Exploring the mesmerising hilltop village of Eze
The hilltop village of Eze, precariously perched on the crest of a hillside between Monaco and Nice on the Cote d’Azur, is an absolute delight to visit. It stands at a mighty 427m above sea level, whilst being just a stone’s throw from the Mediterranean. This medieval village is not for the fainthearted, as it
Exploring France’s Le Cannet: A ‘Villes et Metiers’ d’Art’ town, renowned for its arts and crafts
Known for its vibrant light and colour, the town of Le Cannet located in the north of Cannes on the Cote d’Azur has long attracted artists to its quaint and narrow streets.
Discover the Vallee des Merveilles on the Cote d’Azur
Les Vallee des Merveilles – the Valley of Wonders – is a fascinating site to visit on the Cote d’Azur. Within this plunging valley are more than 40,000 rock engravings, set amongst truly stunning scenery.
Visit the medieval town of Vannes in Brittany
The mesmerising walled town of Vannes is, without doubt and with good reason, one of the most cherished and attractive sights of Brittany. If you are spending time in Brittany, you simply must call by this beautiful medieval town, for the following reasons.
Exploring the Cote d’Azur’s Calanques National Park
If experiencing breath-taking views and exploring incredible natural beauty and thriving wildlife is what you crave for in a holiday, then you’ll be interested in learning more about Calanques National Park.
Visit Nice’s Musée Marc Chagall and be inspired by Biblical Art
Nice is brimming with fabulous things to do for enlightening cultural experiences and none more so than visiting the Musée Marc Chagall.
