Take a day out to the mighty Verdon Gorge, Provence
The Verdon Gorge that carves its way into the terrain in Central Provence, is considered to be one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe and a must-see natural wonder of this part of France.
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Experience authentic Provence at its most beautiful at the village home of Le Mas Martin
If you’re looking for somewhere exceptional to stay in the beautiful Luberon region of Provence, not far from the famous town of Bonnieux, then let us introduce you to Le Mas Martin.
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.
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.
What gives the cuisine of Provence its unique flavour?
With a mild, sunny climate all year round, glamorous cities, traditional towns, stunning beaches and breathtakingly beautiful scenery, Provence is justifiably synonymous with the good life.
Three of the best markets on the Cote d’Azur
From quirky boutiques selling handmade vintage clothing that you won’t find anywhere else, to designer stores and flea markets, the Cote d’Azur is a paradise for shoppers of all styles and tastes.
Love Art? Head to These Three Galleries on the Cote d’Azur
The Cote d’Azur is world famous for its beautiful beaches, fine cuisine, elegant cities and breath-taking views. This glamorous and desirable stretch of coast in the south of France is also notorious for its art.
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.
Shopping in St. Tropez: What you can expect?
Hailed as a “village with the services of a capital city”, St. Tropez is a sure-fire place to head to if you’re looking to do some serious shopping. Even the very name St. Tropez oozes sophistication, luxury and affluence, with many of the world’s leading brands in upmarket retail justifiably setting up shop in this
Five reasons to spend Christmas and New Year on the Cote d’Azur
With mild weather, a programme of exciting events and a welcoming, family-friendly environment, the Cote d’Azur is a fabulous place to spend Christmas.
Three of the best unsung spots on the Cote d’Azur
It might be home to a string of fabulously animated cities and towns, world-renowned for their glamour and glitz, but the Cote d’Azur is blessed with many hidden gems, offering the perfect mix of stylish and lively action and peace and tranquillity amongst the most picturesque of landscapes.
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.
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.
Stepping inside Nice’s Musée Marc Chagall
The cosmopolitan city of Nice is packed with interesting and thought-provoking sites to visit, and none more so than a trip to the Musée Marc Chagall.
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.
For Van Gogh and ancient Roman ruins visit Arles on the Cote d’Azur
Arles lies on the Camargue Delta in the south of France, just downriver from where the mighty Rhone splits into two before it rushes into the Mediterranean Sea.
Three Lesser Known Villages On The Cote d’Azur
Alongside the ultra-glamourous and word-renowned towns of Nice, St. Tropez and Cannes on the Cote d’Azur, are a number of quaint and rustic villages. If you want to combine the glitz of the French Riviera with the traditional lifestyles parts of the South of France cling on to, take a look at the following three
Exploring the vineyards of south west France
Well known as a superb holiday destination, south west France provides spectacular scenery, brimming with flourishing vineyards. This part of France is a prolific wine-producing area. Whether your preference is red, white, rosé or sparkling, there is limitless amount of opportunity to sample, buy and improve your knowledge of wine by exploring some of the 100,000
The Cote d’Azur on a budget: Can it be done?
The sun-kissed lands of the Cote d’Azur are blessed with a glamorous coastline of golden beaches lapped by the warm Mediterranean and chic coastal cities, backed by carpets of olive groves, vineyards and picturesque hilltop villages. It’s not difficult to understand why the French Riviera has long attracted the rich, famous and discerning travellers wanting
What’s to see in Carces, the beautiful village of Var
Carces is situated in the Var Provence region, in the south-east of France, some 44 km from Toulon. Built on a hill at the meeting place of the rivers Argens and Caramy, Carces is a wonderful and peaceful green region. The waterfalls are beautiful, and the area is crossed with wooded paths, ideal for nature
Discovering Les Landes: South West France’s ‘Surfer’s Paradise’
In the Aquitaine region of Southwest France, you’ll find the most incredible waves for surfing in Europe. You’ll encounter perfect-peeling waves all year around, in all-weather conditions.
A guide to shopping in Saint Tropez
St Tropez is without doubt one of the most unique shopping experiences in France. You will find a late night grocery shop right next to a boutique selling Dior, Louis Vuitton or Dolce & Gabbana. The resort has butchers, bakers and candlestick makers, with the world’s leading designers camped next door in little back alleys.
