The fact that Bordeaux is like Mecca for wine lovers is certainly what drew us to come visit this city and worship at the altar of some of the world’s best wines. But Bordeaux is more than just sipping Grand Cru Classé at châteaux; it’s a beautiful and compact city who’s been getting a shiny […]
16 Best European Christmas Markets to See in Your Lifetime
The smell of mulled wine, gingerbread and roasted chestnuts is in the air at the best European Christmas Markets. Hand-painted ornaments dangle from little wooden huts, scents of sausage waft through the air and the sounds of carolers and horse carriages clacking on cobblestones fill the old town squares. Europe’s Christmas Markets are magical and […]
The Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Paris
Christmas in Paris is simply magical. Paris at Christmastime is as refined as the city itself. Every corner of every quartier has its own special enchantment from lively outdoor ice skating rinks to the many charming Christmas markets that line the streets and squares. Paris isn’t called the City of Light for nothing, and especially […]
The Complete Guide to Chamonix’s Mer de Glace
Nestled at the base of Western Europe’s highest mountain, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is truly the quintessential French alpine town. Dubbed the adventure capital of France, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a playground for year-round mountain adventures. But you don’t have to be a skier, hiker or extreme sports enthusiast to enjoy a trip to Chamonix. This chic French mountain town […]
A Local’s Take on the Best Restaurants in Bordeaux
Bordeaux’s revitalization is more than new tourism initiatives, the sprawling La Cité du Vin and a city that has been awakened like a shiny new diamond emerging from under the black soot. The city long had a reputation for a sub par food scene; one that certainly didn’t match with top notch wines in the […]
Discover Champagne in a VW Kombi with Champagne Leveque-Dehan
No visit to France is complete without a trip to the Champagne wine region to taste the world’s most famous sparkling wine from its source. Located just a 1-hour train ride from Paris, Champagne is an easy day trip from Paris. Though with many champagne houses to discover, you’ll surely want to stay for longer […]
Dog-Friendly Saint-Émilion Châteaux to Visit with Your Pup
There’s no need to leave your pup at home when visiting the Bordeaux wine region! Many wine châteaux love your dog (almost) as much as you do. There are a number of dog-friendly Saint-Émilion châteaux that are proud to welcome both you and your pup for a visit. Here are some of dog-friendly wineries (though […]
Ile d’Aix: The Pearl of France’s Atlantic Coast
A tiny croissant-shaped island lay just off France’s Atlantic Coast. It’s not far from La Rochelle, but only accessible by boat. That little island, called Île d’Aix, is practically a French secret. Popular as a day-trip destination in the Charente-Maritime among almost exclusively the French, Île d’Aix is the epitome of French charm. There’s just […]
A Guide to the Airports in Paris
If you’re traveling internationally to France, chances are you’ll first arrive in one of Paris’ airports. Aéroport de Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) is by far the largest and receives the majority of international arrivals in Paris. Aéroport de Paris Orly (ORY) follows and receives some international arrivals, including Air France flights, though is Paris’ main domestic airport […]
The Perfect 3-Days in Creuse, France
The Creuse is a region we’d be willing to bet you’ve not heard of. Located almost as though you dropped a pin in the very center of France, it’s nearly an equal distance from Bordeaux, Paris and Lyon. With a population of more cows than people, France’s Creuse is the perfect destination to get outdoors […]
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