Travelling to the French Riviera, the mythical Côte d’Azur? Or thinking of exploring the lesser known region of Languedoc? Oh, lucky you. If you’re looking for the best things to do in the South of France, and want to know why you should go there, read on. (You can also click on the links for […]
One day in Arles, France
Thinking of spending a day in Arles, France? Curious about Van Gogh in Arles? The Romans? Where to eat and stay? Look no further. Here’s everything you need to know for the perfect one day itinerary in this fascinating French town. It’s hard to get past the fact that Arles is where Vincent van Gogh […]
Things to do in Monte Carlo – Jet set style
Looking for things to do in Monte Carlo? Here’s how to do it jet setter style There are a lot of glamorous destinations on the French Riviera – and that’s why we love it! Even if you don’t have a yacht of your own, it’s fun to be in a place where they’re more common than […]
Visiting Versailles – A Private Backstage Tour
Did you know that when visiting Versailles you see only a small percentage of the palace? What about the parts you don’t see? This guest post by historical fiction author, Sally Christie, whose first book The Sisters of Versailles is set in this magnificent palace brings us along on her private tour of Versailles – and tells you how you can do […]
One day in Antibes, South of France
I’ve been meaning to write a travel blog guide about One Day in Antibes for more than a year. (Of course I don’t procrastinate.) Then I realized author Patricia Sands, who practically lives in the South of France, could do a much better job with any Antibes travel guide than I ever could, so I begged and pleaded (but did […]
Why visit Aix-les-Bains, France, and Lake Bourget?
Why visit Aix-les-Bains, France, a spa town on the shores of Lake Bourget? If you’re going to France, why not? It’s got water sports, a healing mineral-rich hot springs bathing complex and plenty of history. Call me the Countess of Balmoral – that’s the pseudonym Queen Victoria used when she used to visit Aix-les-Bains, a popular spa […]
Losing my cool in the footsteps of Coco Chanel in Paris
“Those on whom legends are built are their own legends.” —Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel One thing was becoming clear to me while I was having a tantrum at Angelina, a Belle Epoque tearoom and pastry shop on the Rue de Rivoli in Paris – Coco Chanel would not be impressed. Neither was the tearoom manager. But all I was trying […]
Paris to Barcelona Train, adventure at Gare de Lyon
I travel. A lot. Which is why I didn’t think twice about catching a Paris to Barcelona train from Gare de Lyon. Here’s what I learned: Anything can be confusing if you’re me. I don’t want to speak for anyone else (except I kind of do), but catching a train at Gare de Lyon in […]
Le Train Bleu, Paris: the world’s best train station restaurant
The glamorous Le Train Bleu will change the way you think about train stations forever Where the heck am I? I crank my head and stare up at a cathedral-like ceiling that is completely, and I mean completely, coated in frescoes and gold. I’m supposed to be in Gare de Lyon to catch my Paris to Barcelona train, but now I’m […]
The easy way to spa in Vichy, France – Hotel Les Celestins
Vichy is one of the most famous spa towns in France, but most mainstream tourists pass it by – which is all the more reason to go. While the spa culture of Vichy can be confusing, especially for a European spa novice, there is an easy way to spa in Vichy, France, and I’m going to tell you how […]
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