Channel 4’s TV hit show, 'A New Life in the Sun' is back with a bang, making its second season return Monday 23rd January.
If you’re reading this, with no clue what we’re on about; firstly – have you be...
Our in-house copywriter, Laura, has been looking pretty relaxed of late. Turns out, it’s France’s fault. Here are the highlights from her latest holiday in Northern France, covering Paris, Normandy and the Loir...
Lately we’ve been thinking about the films that make us fall more in love with France every time we watch them. So, in honour of the upcoming Cannes film festival in May, here’s three of our favourite films set...
It seems like not enough credit is given to ferries any more. Back in 1997 over 21 million people used ferry routes to get to their holiday destinations in France or Spain. Now it’s all about budget airlines an...
Want to get the inside scoop on Brittany before you book? You’ll find our full Brittany travel guide below, full of tips, inspiration and great things to do.
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The people of Champagne have a lot to be proud about. Not only do they produce one of the world’s most celebrated fizzy drinks, the region was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2015, meaning it’s an ...
Ah, St Tropez... that oh-so-chic pocket of the Côte D’Azur where celebs and playboys gather for opulent yacht parties and Michelin star cuisine. Not to mention Pampelonne beach with its white sands an...
With so much on offer, it's a wonder the departments of Vendée and Charente aren't bursting with tourists throughout the year. With Paris not too far off (so travel and a day trip to the City of Light are a bre...
History and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in Normandy, making it a great choice if culture and fine dining are what you're looking for in a holiday! There's still plenty on offer besides the food and tales of yest...
Got a group of travel-hungry friends together and thinking of visiting Normandy? You've made the right choice - it's a region ripe with things to do. From exploring the varied and dramatic coastlines to fantast...
Many of the dishes people consider 'French' actually emerged from Burgundy - escargot, beef bourguignon and even frog's legs all originated in this rich and lustrous region. Couple that with its (well dese...
Renowned throughout the world for its venerable wines, Burgundy is an essential destination for those who appreciate the finer aspects of the winemaker's art. This is a region where you can visit some of the ol...
With a huge variety of landscapes on offer from verdant farmland to ethereal wetlands and stretches of grand coastline, Vendée and Charente plays host to some fantastic activities whether you're travelling...
Normandy's culinary heritage is one that's well worth exploring, not least because of the huge range of fantastic ingredients produced in the region. Here you'll find succulent seafood, robust duck and gam...
While its most famous export might be off limits for the little ones, Burgundy still has loads to offer families who want to explore the region together. The landscape and countryside offers boundless opportuni...
With bountiful seas and rich agricultural land in spades, Vendée and Charente are two regions that have loads to offer even the pickiest foodie. With seafood to sample and some of the best rustic French cookery...
With sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and a wealth of history that includes a good few battles, Normandy is a surprisingly good choice for family holidays - especially if the family in question likes getting ou...
Provence makes the ideal choice for a family holiday - you've got the beaches and glamour of the French Riviera for a bit of time by the sea (and a spot of celebrity spotting) and the Alps running through ...
The Loire Valley is full of countless acres of beautiful woods, vineyards and farmland that produce some of France's revered ingredients and delicacies, and a wealth of history and beautiful architecture that d...
Looking for an area of France that's got something to offer the whole family? The Midi-Pyrénées might not have any beaches, but it more than makes up for it with its selection of mountains, hills, lakes and riv...