Practical guide to visiting Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy
Few places stop you in your tracks quite like Mont Saint-Michel. I spent years admiring that silhouette on dog-eared guidebook…
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Visiting the Monet Gardens in Giverny
Sometimes, the sheer momentum of Paris overwhelms the senses, and only an escape into the French countryside can reset the…
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The 8 coolest, best hotels in Paris right now
Not sure where to stay during your next trip in the City of Lights? Here is a list of the…
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Survival of the gildest: how to enjoy Versailles without losing your mind
If you find yourself in Paris, taking a day trip to the Palace of Versailles seems like an absolute no-brainer….
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7 day trips from Paris you should consider for your next trip
Obviously, one lifetime isn’t enough to see all that Paris has to offer. But there is so much more to…
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Stepping into the medieval city of Rouen, France
If you find yourself in Paris with a craving for timber-framed charm and Gothic grandeur that feels worlds away from…
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World War II sites in Europe – key remembrance locations
When most people think of Europe, they either think of its romantic cobblestone streets (Paris, Rome, Prague!) or its mouthwatering…
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Wine tasting in iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Of all the places I could have gone to do a wine tasting, I ended up in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. One of…
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A first-timer’s guide to Normandy
Although the mere mention of a trip to France immediately conjures up afternoons lounging at the foot of the Eiffel…
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12 exceptional Paris bars for natural wine
What else is there to do in the City of Lights besides having du vin en terrasse in one of…
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7 French castles to make you feel like royalty
After living in France for several years, it’s fair to say I’ve had my fair share of châteaux. From the…
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4 day trips from Annecy
While Annecy has enough things to do and quaint canalside houses to photograph to keep anyone busy for a few days,…
