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How to spend a great gourmet holiday in France

Wondering what the best place is to spend a gastronomic weekend in France? Though it is difficult to answer since fine food and wines can be found throughout the country, we have cooked you up a couple of ideas for a gourmet break in France:

  • Attend a gourmet cooking course in Dordogne, France

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4 charming monastery hotels in Provence

Looking for a lovely hotel in the South of France? Check these four beautiful Provence hotels: Featuring top amenities, such as outdoor swimming pool, sunny garden, tennis and gourmet restaurant, they offer everything you need to have a great holiday. All housed in a historical landmark building, which… read full article

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Bizarre art, free museums and sexy videos

Flying to London? Read information about new Heathrow airport terminal on USA Today’s website.

Go to the French L’Internaute Magazine to see the pictures of the most interesting places to visit in France for Oustsider Art (or Art Brut). The eleven sites mentioned include the grotesque… read full article

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Top 5 French Chateau Hotels in Burgundy

Burgundy, France, is historically highly regarded for its wines, excellent Pinot Noir red wines and Chardonnay white wines. The region, called Bourgogne in French, offers great food and wine and has a rich heritage for you to discover: Gallic remains, Romanesque towers and countless breathtaking châteaux, or manor houses.
Enjoy your stay in Burgundy

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Top 5 day trips from Nice, French Riviera

Known for its lovely beaches and spectacular scenic beauty, Nice is one of the most popular holiday destinations in France.

Offering a variety of tourist attractions including the Old Town (Vieux Nice), the famous Promenade des Anglais, Place Massena square, the Cours… read full article

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Choose the right type of accommodation in Paris

Travel Agony Aunt received the following question from a traveler in agony:
Dear Travel Agony Aunt,
We will be in Paris for two weeks in December. Should we get a hotel room or look for an apartment? We want to be centrally located to walk everywhere. We are not rich, but have found nice places in Venice… read full article

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3 good reasons to visit Cannes off season

It has become quite à la mode to suggest visiting tourist destinations off season, especially in Europe.

Cannes - Le SuquetWhen my parents traveled through France and Italy at my age, they were barely able to make themselves understood to the locals, and, while frustrating, this was part of… read full article

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Help for travelling adulterers

Having an affair and want to go for a romantic weekend or a week’s holiday with your lover? But how to keep this little sin secret from your spouse? The French know how to do it the right way!

In France, the IBILA agency allows you… read full article

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