Top 10 things to do in Île de Ré
The French equivalent of the Hamptons, Île de Ré is all postcard-pretty villages, honeyed beaches and oyster shacks. Just 19 miles by five, the tiny island is best explored by bike or on horse back, while its c...
Top 5 Places to Visit in Northern 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...
Three Amazing Day Trips in the Cote d’Azur
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. ...
Things To Do in Biarritz: What Do Locals Suggest?
Ah, the French Basque Country… a region that has such a mix of Basque tradition and French charm that it immediately wins the heart of every tourist that visits. What’s not to love? The incredible beaches, frie...
Three Things to Do In Cannes During the Film Festival
In certain parts of Cannes, the star-studded film festival is quite literally part of the scenery; whether it's the celebrity handprints on the Allée des Etoiles du Cinéma or the faces of beloved movie characte...
Best Things To Do with Kids in Loire Valley
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...
48 Hours in the Dordogne
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...
The Best Food Festivals in France
If life without regular cheese-and-wine sessions is starting to feel a bit dull to you, we have the perfect solution: go to France! Home of Brie, Camembert and Roquefort, just to name a few, cheese is only the ...
What to Do and Where to Stay in Vendee and Poitou-Charentes
Tourists visiting France will almost always be drawn to the typical hot-spots. Paris, the Cote d'Azur, Lyon, the French Alps and the Dordogne - you name it, you've probably considered it. But it's abo...
Top 10 Historical Sites to Visit in France
There are dozens of fantastic historical sites worth visiting for those with an interest in France’s past: from sobering battlefields to monumental Gothic cathedrals, it’s a country steeped in history and packed with relics and breat...
3 Top Vineyards For Your Bordeaux Wine Tasting Trip
There are over 100,000 vineyards scattered across Bordeaux, making it one of France’s top wine regions. Wherever you choose to rent a chateau in Bordeaux, you’re never far from a crop of top quality wineries, many of which offer a v...
Best Group Activities in Rhône-Alpes
Whether you and your friends are outdoorsy types who like the idea of skiing, boating, and abseiling down mountains, or your idea of being ‘outdoorsy’ means eating al fresco, there is a holiday activity in Rhôn...
Best Things To Do in Normandy
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...
Best Things To Do in Vendée & Charente
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...
Best Things To Do in Midi-Pyrénées for Grown-ups
If you've been thinking about visiting the Midi-Pyrénées for your next break, you'll be delighted to know that there's a ton of fun stuff for groups and couples to enjoy over there. Whether you're loo...
Best Things to Do for Adults in Burgundy
If you're off on holiday with your friends, your time away is rarely just about R&R (though it's always enjoyable when it is, of course). Half the fun of any holiday is getting out there, trying out new thi...
Best Group Activities in Loire Valley
Travelling with a few friends to one of luxury villas and chateaux in the Loire Valley? Here's some good news for you then - not only will you be getting some top-class, hand-picked accommodation, you'll also h...
Best Things To Do in Provence & Côte d’Azur
Provence is a landscape bursting with possibilities. This is a region with a remarkable range of things to do thanks to the diversity of its terrain - the beaches and coastlines of the French Riviera, the chall...
Best Group Activities in the Dordogne
The Dordogne is a spectacular region to explore with friends. Not only is there an abundance of natural beauty, but it's so varied that there is loads for you to do whether you're all about relaxation, want to ...
Best Things To Do in Languedoc
Lounging around the pool with your friends at your luxury chateau in Languedoc is all well and good, but even serious R&R can get boring after a little while. Make sure you and your group have somethin...