The trains running on most of the network are site specific; the tramway usually can be accessed either by car or by taxis and buses. It differs in that the sections of reserved lanes are enhanced by 14 cm compared to the rest of the street, and can not be crossed by vehicles other than at intersections. Sections in the protected site are enhanced by 6 cm over the street, Read More ...
The Festive season is the most popular time of year for ski companies, with hundreds of people looking to head off for a Christmas spent on the slopes – and can you really blame them? There is no image more romantic than that of a white Christmas, but unfortunately that isn’t a guarantee for many of us. Sometimes to get that picturesque setting we have to travel to the snow Read More ...
The Dordogne is located in the south-west part of France and it has some of the most beautiful castles and palaces anywhere in the country. There are also a very large number of them and it is estimated that there are over 1000 castles and palaces in this area of France alone. The area is also known for its scenic countryside and the mediaeval villages that are located throughout it. Read More ...
With over 30m foreign tourists heading there every year, Paris is one of the top destinations in the world. The capital city of France sits on the majestic River Seine and is a favourite destinations for pilgrims, students, traders and honeymooners. Cited as one of the worlds most romantic city’s, Paris has a population of around 10m, and is famous for its universities, museums, sports events, operas and influence on Read More ...
The Pays Basque region of France is only a 90 minute flight from London and is the perfect destination for those seeking peace and quiet. You can experience the wonders of the beautiful sandy beaches, the mountains, colourful countryside and also gastronomic gems. There are thethalassotherapy centres along the basque coast and also thermal and spa baths, so you can unwind, relax and explore the countryside. Those who are enthusiastic Read More ...
Visitors to Paris may not realise that they are within a stones’ throw of one of the idyllic gems of the French countryside, the Val d’Oise region. Situated in the centre of Ile-de-France, propping up the Oise River from which its name arises, the Val d’Oise region is located an hours drive from the capital. It may be the first glimpse of France that visitors enjoy as it is the Read More ...
The South of France has long been a very popular destination with holidaymakers from the UK, but in recent years the number of people visiting the destination has fallen. Cheaper international flights have meant that people are going further afield and this has had a negative effect on tourism in France. However, it seems that the number of people visiting this beautiful part of the country is on the rise Read More ...
Haute-Savoie is a department of France that is dominated by mountains and lakes, and those mountains have meant that it has become home to some of the best skiing resorts in the country, such as Morzine and Chamonix. If you are interested in sightseeing rather than skiing then there are also plenty of options to do in this part of France. On the shores of Lake Geneva visitors will find Read More ...
