France travel guides, reviews and inspiration for your next trip.
Discover the best things to do in Paris – from top attractions such as the Eiffel Tower to unusual spots like the Paris Catacombs – with this practical guide. Planning a trip to Paris? Whether you’re visiting the City of Love for two days or two weeks, there’s more than you could ever hope to …
Looking for the best restaurants in Grenoble? This lively French city sure packs a gastronomic punch. Like many French cities, Grenoble has a wide selection of fabulous restaurants serving up everything from snails to soufflés. France’s carb-laden cuisine is one of my favourites – and let’s be real, the addition of red wine at every …
Paris is known for many things. So many, it can be quite confusing when deciding where to stay. We’ve picked the best hotels in Paris. Paris is at the top of many a European bucket list. The French capital is separated into twenty arrondissements (districts), here’s a breakdown of the highlights (and lowlights) and where to …
There are so many brilliant destinations in easy striking distance of Paris that it would be a shame to miss them. Looking for the best day trips from Paris? Check out this handy guide. Paris is such a cool city that you can easily spend the duration of your trip exploring the diverse array of …
Planning your two days in Paris and not sure where to start? Don’t miss this step-by-step itinerary – packed with handy tips and suggestions to help you plan your trip. The first time I went to Paris, I was completely in awe. I’m a big city girl through and through, but there’s something so enchanting …
Planning a weekend break in France and in need of inspiration? Escape to Chartres sur le Loir and Le Mans for a long weekend exploring France without the crowds. “No, not the Loire Valley, it’s the Loir Valley,” I find myself saying for the umpteenth time in a couple of days. “Just to the north …
It’s no news that skiing is a hot ticket in the French Alps. There are so many ski resorts in the Alps that it’s pretty difficult not to pick a favourite… and then return drearily year after year to ski the same old slopes. For some it’s the glitz and glam of Val D’Isere, for …
Sitting at the base of the snow-speckled Alps, Grenoble is one of France’s unsung heroes. Relatively compact, with a beautiful historic fort and outdoor opportunities galore, here’s our pick of the best things to do in Grenoble. 1. Fort de la Bastille Nestled in the overlapping hills of the Chartreuse mountain range, the Fort de …
A short drive from Grenoble, the Ecrins National Park is home to some of the best hiking trails in France. Add to that spectacular alpine views, hikes of all difficulties and rarely-seen wildlife and you’ll understand why this is the place to go hiking in the French Alps. About the Ecrins National Park The Ecrins …
