The Loire Valley region of France has always been popular with British tourists thanks to its beautiful natural scenery, historic towns and impressive collection of castles and fine country homes. The departement of Indre-et-Loire is no exception and has many attractions that first-time visitors to the region should ensure are included in their itinerary. History lovers will be spoilt for choice when it comes to the chateaux in Indre-et-Loire, but Read More ...
In the south-east part of France you will find the Department of Ain which is named after the river that runs through it. This part of France is close to major airports in Geneva and Lyon and it is famous for its beautiful scenery and the ski resorts and higher mountains that you can find further to the east. As well as skiing there are plenty of other outdoor activities Read More ...
Despite stiff competition from many countries across the globe, France has defied the odds and hung onto its crown as the skiing capital of the world. While we in the UK will understand it; close proximity, no language problems, advocates of all winter sports are travelling thousands of miles to take to the French slopes, and also indulge in the infamous après ski and fabulous gastronomy. Seriously though, if you Read More ...
The District Grand Port Maritime de Marseille extends over 70 km of coastline, ranging from east to west, from Old Port to Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhone. It handles over 100 million tons of cargo (including 60% oil), making it the largest French port in the Mediterranean and the fourth largest port in Europe after Rotterdam, Antwerp and Hamburg. The port handled 1.8 million passengers (2004), mainly to Corsica and North Africa, and for cruises Read More ...
France believes it can entice Olympic visitors The surprising news has emerged that various regions of Northern France are vying with the UK in a strong bid to attract those tourists who are seeking accommodation when they come to see the spectacle that is the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. As the vast majority of hotels and other accommodations in the South East and London already fully booked up for Read More ...
Most people who are not French (and quite a few who are) are not aware that France is divided into 97 Departments, one of which is the area in the southwest that could be called “the other south of France”, known as the Aude. It’s a Department in Languedoc-Roussillon that stretches from Castelnaudary in the west to the Mediterranean on the east, and from the Montagne Noire in the north Read More ...
The Church Sainte-Croix is in Bordeaux, France. Its abbey is an ancient Benedictine monastery. Although the abbey was founded in the seventh century, the present church was built towards the end of the eleventh century and in the early twelfth century. With a Romanesque facade, it has the shape of a Latin cross. The building consists of a nave of five bays with aisles, a transept with a large apse on each arm, Read More ...
Besides the Eiffel Tower, the Loire Valley and the odd Chateaux, France has many other exciting attractions to offer the tourist. For the camping holidaymaker in France there are many day trips available, amongst them four unusual places that are well worthy of a visit. Paris is home to some of the most famous sights and places of interest in the world, and nearly all are located on the surface Read More ...
A visit to the iconic city of Paris with children doesn’t have to be a daunting experience. With a range of fun and often educational activities available, the whole family are sure to love holidays to France’s capital city. If you don’t know where to start planning your itinerary, here are five activities that are guaranteed to leave all family members grinning from ear to ear: 1. Disneyland Paris No Read More ...
An Advertorial Feature The world’s biggest annual sporting event kicks off on July 2nd in France – the Tour de France. The riders will have to push themselves to the limit over three gruelling weeks, but the only work you need to do is a little research into the best hotels & cheap car hire options, all of which can be completed within the next 30 minutes. In two shakes Read More ...
