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Archive for June, 2009

One of the most popular cruise destinations in France is Villefranche. This interesting town is a port that is great for cruise travellers who want to experience the wonderful French Riviera. Villefranche has a deep water port where yachts and other marine vessels have been docking for hundreds of years. The town certainly has a colourful history. Even the Romans and the Greeks once used the town’s port. Cruise travellers   Read More ...

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Normandy is a region of France that features many historic landmarks. Its coastline was used as the D-day landing beaches during the Battle of Normandy. The memories of the said battle are to be experienced in the museums, cemeteries, and monuments that serve as living reminders of its history. The town of Bayeux, which is built around the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, houses the Bayeux tapestry. This is an intricately embroidered   Read More ...

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One of the most popular cruise destinations in France is Marseille. Marseille is the third largest city in the country. It is also France’s oldest city. The first inhabitants of what is now known as Marseilles were the Phoenicians who lived in the area in 600BC. It was later occupied by the Romans who turned the area into a trading post. Eventually, Marseilles became a commercial port that was most   Read More ...

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One of the amazing cruise destinations that the country of France offers is Le Havre; Le Havre is the country’s biggest port. This town was unfortunately reduced to ruins during the bombardments of the Second World War and much had to be rebuilt. Le Havre is one of the few destinations in the world that is known as a World Heritage Site; UNESCO conferred this label on it in 2005.   Read More ...

French Regions

Paris, which is also known as the city of lights, attracts people from all over the world because of its romantic cityscape, rich culture, great shopping, and the warmth of its people. The most notable tourist attractions in Paris are the Eiffel Tower; The Musee du Louvre, Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Avenue des Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, and the River Seine. The Eiffel tower has been the symbol of Paris   Read More ...

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Brittany is a peninsula in the north-western region of France that lies between the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay. Its rugged coastline, ancient castles, and Celtic heritage make it unique from the other regions in France. A journey through this province will reveal its rich history embodied through its people, customs and language. Its location on the Atlantic makes it an ideal spot for outdoor water sports such   Read More ...

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One of the great cruise destinations is Ajaccio, well known as the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Ajaccio is the capital of the island of Corsica and is situated in the Mediterranean Sea. This reasonably untouched island blends the great qualities of France – of which it is a region – and Italy. The island features delightful beach resorts as well as impressive mountain ranges. Corsica, described by many as a   Read More ...

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One of the great cruise destinations in France is La Rochelle. Cruise travellers who choose to have their holidays in La Rochelle will come face to face with a fascinating history. Many adventurous sailors embarked on their voyages from La Rochelle. Today, the ancient port is one of the most popular destinations in France. La Rochelle is set on the Bay of Biscay in France. The town has been preserved   Read More ...

French Food and Drink

France is one of the world’s best destinations for cruise travellers. The country offers cruise travellers the chance to explore exciting destinations that are known around the world for their culture. Travellers can have a sip of French wine and a taste of delicious French cuisine while on the cruise ship but it is better of course to get ashore and sample the local restaurants. Southern France’s pleasant weather is   Read More ...

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