Category: France
Picasso's 17th Century Chateau Opens To The Public
There are few spots outside of Paris that attract more visitors than the Monet gardens at Giverny. Now an equally famous painter’s home is opening to the public – Picasso’s storied Chateau de Vauvenargues just outside of Aix-en-Provence in the South of France. The home has been closed for the 35 years since Picasso’s death, [...]
World's Best Chocolate Vacations!
For everyone who loves chocolate as much as I do, it’s time to plan a vacation swirling with chocolate tours and adventures. Nothing matches the euphoric lift after munching on a creamy chocolate delight. Here are eight destinations for immersing yourself in chocolate ecstasy on your next vacation. Belgium reigns supreme as masters of the [...]
Ten Simple French Travel Phrases
If you’re headed off to France this year and are a bit nervous about communicating, fear not. Just watch this terrific video clip we found on GeoBeats.com entitled “Top Local Phrases”. The adorable host, Sabine Cormy, will introduce you to all the important phrases in a non-threatening David Letterman style countdown. Sabine annunciates each phrase [...]
New Open Skies Agreement Changes Everything – Maybe Even Prices!
This week a new Open Skies Agreement between airlines of the United States and Europe goes into effect. So what, you say….why should I care? Well I believe this will change the entire face of global travel in the coming years. The new agreement (which was 6 years in the making) allows airlines to fly [...]
3 Rejuvenated Paris Sites – Don't Miss Them
Quick, name three essential images of Paris. How about these – 1) the stoic soaring angles of the Eiffel Tower, 2) the vibrant multi hued paintings of Claude Monet, 3) the voluptuous gilt accouterments of grand reception halls at the Palace of Versailles. Three of Paris’ most treasured venues that have all recently undergone a [...]
The Best Online Sites For Finding Hotels in France
Whenever I’m in need a Paris Hotel, or a hotel in Cannes, St. Tropez, Burgundy, or the Loire Valley, I always start my search with a visit to Kayak.com, and Hotels.com. Then I check out some good regional sites: B&B’s / Cottages in France Chateau Rentals Country Inns Home Rentals Hostels in France Hotel Guide [...]
Don't Miss Dramatic New Normandy Visitor's Center
The next time you’re headed to England or France, make it a point to set aside a day to visit the new Normandy American Military Cemetery Visitor’s Center. There is no charge to visit this $30 million dollar Visitor’s Center which opened in June 2007. The impressive grounds and exhibits include artifacts, films, photographs and [...]
Best Online Guides For Paris
Paris is exciting on every level of your soul! Once visited, it will occupy a special place in your imagination. I picture myself lazing at Le Cafe Marley, sipping a glass of wine, nibbling from a plate of cheeses, watching the menagerie of tourists reveling in the vision that is The Louvre. There is so [...]
Tourism Guides For France
France, the country of wine, cheese, amoire and so much more! You’ll want to start your travel planning by ordering some informational brochures from the French Tourist Bureau. Then continue your trip planning by visiting one of the official tourist bureau sites:
The Ultimate Meditarranean Fantasy Cruise
When you read the words€¦St. Tropez, Cannes, Monte Carlo, €¦.what comes to mind? String bikinis, Grand Prix Formula One racing, mega luxury yachts, the Cannes Film Festival, Sean Connery at the baccarat table, living life like the rich and famous? WELL your ship has come in (so to speak). On May 18, 2008, the luxury [...]
