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Paris

Beyond the Mona Lisa: explore some of the Louvre’s most overlooked galleries

For many people, the Mona Lisa is the crowning jewel of their trip to the Louvre Museum. Many visitors wander into the Grande Galerie, walk through the Italian paintings, make their...

Society & Culture

Paris

7 Unmissable Day Trips Out of Paris

Sometimes, life in the big city can just begin to feel a little suffocating. Lucky for you, there’s so much more to France than just Paris and, if you’re looking for a day (or two!)...

Society & Culture

France

Ever heard of the French delicacy, “La Galette des Rois”? Here are the top 5 Galettes des Rois bakeries in all of France.

What is this yummy French pastry you may ask? Imagine freshly made marzipan enrobed in warm buttered puff pastry - a pure delight! Originally made to celebrate The Epiphany during...

Society & Culture

France

A Guide to Grenoble, a Diamond in the Alps

The self-proclaimed “Capital of the Alps”, Grenoble is a cultural oasis with an over two-thousand-year history snuggled neatly between soaring Alpine mountainscapes along the Isère...

Society & Culture

Paris

Prepping for the Paris 2024 Olympics: Top 10 must-see events and locations.

With over 10,500 competing Olympic athletes, 4,350 Paralympic athletes, 13 million expected spectators, and more than 4 billion viewers, this is a truly exciting and highly anticipated...

Society & Culture

Val d'Isère

The top 5 Spring skiing and snowboarding resorts in Europe.

Looking for something to do after the holiday season? Are ski stations​​ already booked out for winter? Fret not as all the real skiers and snowboarders out there know that the best...

Society & Culture

Paris

Discovering Paris at Christmas time

As the end-of-year festivities approach, you might find yourself in want of a bit of a scene change. Not far from the UK and easily accessible, Paris is the ideal place for doing just...

Society & Culture

Paris

Bring the chalet to you and visit the Top 10 Raclette and Fondue Restaurants in Paris.

It’s almost skiing season and we all know what that means: raclette or fondue night! A great French dish and a must-eat during the cold winter months. If you’re not a cheese enthusiast,...

Society & Culture

Nice

Jean Cocteau's legendary dreamhouse is reopening to the public this Autumn and you simply can't miss it.

Nestled along the hilly coastline of Cap Ferrat lies a dazzling mid-20th century artistic and architectural gem. Facing the warm cerulean embrace of the Mediterranean, this hub of...

Society & Culture

Nice

Less than 30 minutes from Nice: this Côte d'Azur village is one of the most beautiful perched villages in France.

Nice and Cannes are undoubtedly the most popular tourist destinations on the Côte d'Azur. But there's more to the destination than just these 2 coastal towns. On the contrary, there...

Society & Culture

Nice

Attention locals and tourists alike: this legendary hotel is preparing a major surprise for December.

For over a century, Le Negresco has embodied French elegance and refinement on the Côte d'Azur. This December, the hotel is preparing to brighten up the festive season even more by...

Society & Culture

Paris

Filming locations: a Parisian weekend in the footsteps of your favourite films

Every year, hundreds of films and series are shot in Paris. Whether they have marked generations or become cult hits, these cinematic works have left their mark on the city's streets....

Itinerary

Paris

Paris: top 10 unusual hotels for an unusual stay

If you know Paris as the city of light and the city of lovers, do you know the surprising and mysterious Paris? Many secrets are hidden in the capital's most famous monuments and trendy...

Hosting

Paris

3 original ideas for nature excursions 1 hour from Paris

Want to see the natural version of Paris? It's possible to see the amazing French nature wonders just one hour away form the capital! Here are our top recommendations for nature excursions...

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Where to picnic in Paris? The best spots in the capital

What could be better in summer than a picnic? Nothing beats the authenticity of a good home-cooked meal (or not) eaten with friends or family in a picturesque corner of the capital....

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New at Air France: baggage drop-off service now available in Paris

Going to the airport with a heavy load is often complicated. To save its customers wasting time waiting for their luggage to be checked in, Air France has just unveiled a new concept,...

Transport

Paris

Nuit des Étoiles in Paris: the best places to admire the sky from the capital

Whether you're an astronomy fan or just curious, get your diaries ready! The Nuits des Étoiles return to Paris on 11, 12 and 13 August. If you too want a front-row seat to watch a...

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Paris

Stuck in Paris this summer? Don't panic! Here are 3 summer activities to do without delay

Beach, cocktails and dreamy landscapes... Fed up with seeing your friends' and colleagues' holiday photos on social networks, while you're stuck in town! But don't panic! Paris in...

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Ouigo continues to offer "cheap" travel with 3 new destinations soon available from Paris

Travelling has never been so easy! Especially now that we know that Ouigo is going to be expanding its range and offering 3 new destinations from Paris. The perfect opportunity to...

Transport

Paris

"It's like being in the countryside... 3 bucolic villages not to be missed, just 1 hour from Paris

When the hustle and bustle of the capital gets too much, it's time to recharge your batteries in the countryside. And don't panic! You don't have to travel hundreds of miles to find...

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