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Jan 16, 2023
Valentine’s Day In France: How The French Celebrate
Wondering how to spend Valentine’s Day in France? Here’s everything you need to know.
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Jan 11, 2023
Brantome, France: Venice Of The Périgord
Brantome, France, is one of those picture-perfect villages in the Dordogne (or Perigord) in western France, with an abbey from the 8th century.
Dec 27, 2022
Voltaire in Love: The Improbable Power Couple of the Chateau de Cirey
Voltaire and Emilie du Chatelet spent 15 surprising years together at the Chateau de Cirey - she was married to someone else, and he was escaping imprisonment.
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Dec 20, 2022
Lyon Metro, Bus And How To Use Public Transportation
The best way to get around Lyon is to use the Lyon metro or bus. The city has fantastic public transportation and it is easy to use.
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Dec 20, 2022
Is Avignon Bridge The Most Famous Bridge In France?
Ever wonder if the childhood song is about a real place or just a fairy tale? Read on.
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Dec 19, 2022
12 Exceptional Experiences When You Visit Provence
Enjoy these experiences when you visit Provence - the major sights, of course, but some less visited corners only the locals know.
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Dec 19, 2022
6 Perfect Things To Do In Avignon In One Day
Even if you only have one day, there are plenty of things to do in Avignon. A word of warning: You may end up wishing you had more time!
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Dec 12, 2022
Lyon Light Festival: The Exhilarating Fête Des Lumières
There's nothing like it - each year, around 8 December, the four-day Lyon light festival changes the city's buildings into a series of fairy tales.
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Nov 06, 2022
14 Obscure French Drinks You Can Try On Your Next Visit
Looking for unique French drinks? Here are 14 of France’s lesser-known ones.
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Nov 04, 2022
De Gaulle in Colombey les Deux Eglises: Life & Times of a French Hero
A grand tour of the Memorial Charles de Gaulle and La Boisserie in Colombey les Deux Eglises, home of France's great 20th-century leader.
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Oct 22, 2022
9 Eminently Haunted Places In Paris
There are plenty of haunted places in Paris - some say it may be the most haunted city in the world.
Oct 14, 2022
10 Cool Paris Hotels: A Zany Guide To Unique Hotels In Paris
Tired of blah hotel rooms? These original cool Paris hotels will brighten up your stay and make it look very very different..
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Oct 13, 2022
9 Unexpected Things to do in Haute-Marne
The Haute-Marne in northeastern France isn't your everyday tourist destination - and that's exactly why you should go!
Sep 16, 2022
Things to Do in Bayonne: Culture, Cloisters, and Chocolate
There are plenty of things to do in Bayonne - just come with an empty stomach.
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Sep 14, 2022
11 Essential French Holidays And Traditions You Should Experience
These 11 French holidays and traditions that are official in France (and I include a few that aren't official but celebrated anyway).
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Sep 11, 2022
7 Tempting Things To Do In Paris In The Fall
Are you looking to visit Paris in the fall? This guide will help you fill your autumn trip to Paris with excitement!
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Sep 10, 2022
France Travel: The Best Ways To Get Around The Country
This France Travel Guide shows you the best ways to travel - by bus, train, plane and more.
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Sep 08, 2022
11 French Tourism Labels and Designations You Need To Know
France's list of lists! Here are 11 France tourism labels you need to know to see the very best of France.
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Aug 24, 2022
Tipping In France: What You Need To Know
This guide to tipping in France will tell you the ins, outs, and absolutely not.
Aug 23, 2022
Uncover Famous Secret Passages: The Traboules Of Lyon
Some of the traboules of Lyon can be visited - find out which ones, where they are, and how they came to be.
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Aug 07, 2022
22 Fabulous Day Trips From Paris By Train
Only have a day to spare but want to see more? Take one of these 22 day trips from Paris by train.
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Aug 05, 2022
Paris In Winter | Temperatures, Activities & Tips
Heading to Paris in winter? Find out everything you need to know about winter in Paris before you go!
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Aug 01, 2022
Planning the Ultimate France Itinerary: A Step by Step Guide
Here's a detailed guide to help you build your own France itinerary - especially useful if you're not sure which bit to start planning first.
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Jul 16, 2022
10-Day South of France Road Trip Itinerary
This 10-day south of France road trip has it all: nature, culture, history, food, luxury. If you want a little taste of everything, take this road trip.
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Jul 11, 2022
The Ardeche in France: 7 Delightful Surprises (and the Ardèche Gorge)
If you're looking to evade the crowds in a sensational destination, the Ardeche in France is off the beaten path - and superb.
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Jul 10, 2022
What To Do In Annecy, France's Prettiest Town
Wondering what to do in Annecy? Click through for your complete list of things to see and do.
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Jul 10, 2022
What You Should Know Before Renting A Car In France
Is renting a car in France a good idea? It depends. Find out when car rentals make sense - and when they don't.
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Jun 05, 2022
Best Things To Do In Brittany, France
So many fun things to do in Brittany, France - hiking, eating, immersing yourself in Celtic culture and standing in awe of nature.
May 15, 2022
France's Favourite Square: The Secrets of Place Stanislas, Nancy
France's favourite monument - Place Stanislas in Nancy - is named after a Polish ex-King whose daughter married Louis XV... find out what makes is so special.
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May 10, 2022
9 Sensational French Road Trips To Explore France By Car
Idyllic scenery, great food, insane culture and history - all great reasons to enjoy these 9 fantastic road trips.
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But don't be fooled by my name... My Turkish father may have won the naming battle but my mother, with 10 centuries of Frenchness behind her, won the education war.
And she passed on her fascination with France to me.
This Offbeat France travel blog goes beyond the baguette – together, we'll explore curiosities, oddities and mysteries, searching for legends and backstories, all wrapped up in a passion for history. (Along with plenty of food stops and many castles – I am French, after all.)
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