Team Travels: Dordogne and Aquitaine

Europe, France
Our intrepid photographer, Laeti, just got back from another tour. This time she has been around rural southern France taking pictures of our lovely French chateaux. She's our go-to oracle for foodie tips (you ...

The Best Food Festivals in France

Europe, France
If the foodie life is the only life for you - and you're a huge fan of wine and cheese - then you might want to take a look at this list of food festivals in France! Home of Brie, Camembert and Roquefort, chees...
Brittany Beaches - Privateers

Top 10 Brittany Beaches

Europe, France
When we think of beaches in France, our minds naturally wander to the South of France – sometimes it’s easy to overlook the beauty of Western France’s coastline… in particular, well-known surf mecca, Brittany. ...
Northern France

Top 5 Places to Visit in Northern France

Europe, France
Sadly, Northern France is often overlooked when planning a French getaway, while Southern France never fails to be a popular choice for family holidays and romantic retreats. However, here at Oliver's Trav...
Northern France Travel Guide

Northern France Travel Guide

Europe, France
Most people only see Northern France from behind a car window as they drive south towards postcard-pretty Provence or the chateaux-studded Dordogne. But look beyond the flat, barren expanses edging the A26 to d...
Antibes in France

Three Amazing Day Trips in the Cote d’Azur

Europe, France
The warm climate and the inspiring landscape of the Cote d'Azur and French Riviera have long been associated with luxury and glamour, attracting famed personalities from F. Scott Fitzgerald to Brigitte Bardot. ...

The Local’s Guide To Authentic Biarritz

Europe, France
The breathtaking coastline of Biarritz in France's Basque Country offers an ever so elegant lifestyle to visitors and locals alike, perfectly blended with laid-back surf culture, decadent cuisine and pieces of ...

The Best Wine Regions of France

Europe, France
French heritage and wine go hand in hand. Without one, you simply can't have the other, and with little effort, the country conjures images of rolling vineyards, chateaux and sun-kissed slopes. Each year,&nb...

Best Things To Do with Kids in Loire Valley

Europe, France
The Loire Valley offers a huge range of family activities for when you fancy taking the kids over to its beautiful and versatile countryside. Bring them along on a family-friendly tour with a twist, let them ru...
La rocque Gageac

48 Hours in the Dordogne

Europe, France
With the eponymous river running through its heart, the Dordogne really is a treasure trove when it comes to the hidden beauty of France. It's got history, culture and tasty cuisine in spades, and the...
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Quiz: Your Perfect Getaway in France!

Europe, France
You know you want to discover France, but you're undecided about the exact destination? We are here to help you: take our short quiz and we'll find your perfect destination for a match made in French heaven! &...
Top cityscape view on french riviera with yachts in Cannes city

Team Travels: Cannes

Europe, France
By now, it should come as no surprise that Oliver's Travels is made up of passionate intrepid travellers. But if there's one person who loves to put pen to paper, it's our in-house copywriter, Natalie. She rece...