Category: France

The best things to do in Paris during Christmas

The best things to do in Paris during Christmas

By on Oct 30, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Events, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Every year during Christmas, Paris welcomes visitors from all around the world: tourists, families, businesses and Parisians themselves exalt in admiration of the city’s beauty and wonders. The city of romance is transformed into a fairytale town, and takes you to magical places that you would never dream of… its traditional and popular Christmas markets,
5 Michelin restaurants that you really must try near Aix-en-Provence

5 Michelin restaurants that you really must try near Aix-en-Provence

By on Oct 17, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Having already established itself over decades as a truly luxurious holiday destination, Provence needs no extra glamourizing in print form. It’s now about crafting the perfect holiday to fit in all this glorious region has to offer; whether it’s secret coves, sauntering down medieval streets, sampling crisp Rosé at a vineyard or enjoying the best
5 of the best swimming pools in the Alps

5 of the best swimming pools in the Alps

By on Oct 12, 2016 in Attractions, Austria, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe
Even a few years ago a list of the best swimming pools in the Alps would be a struggle to put together. In some resorts, you’d be restricted to a 10m swimming pool in the only five-star hotel in town. Or if there was a public pool, then was probably built 30 years ago and
3 tried and tested accessories from my latest trip

3 tried and tested accessories from my latest trip

By on Oct 11, 2016 in Accessories, Clothing, Europe, France, Gadgets, Regions, Travel Equipment, Western Europe
My latest trip was to the Paris Motor Show on behalf of Infiniti, driving the beautiful Q30 from London to Paris, before enjoying the show and a few Parisian highlights, including dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant. If you’ve not seen the post from the trip, you’ll find it here. Also on that trip, I got
A luxury weekend in Paris with Infiniti

A luxury weekend in Paris with Infiniti

By on Oct 10, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
What better way to visit the Paris Motor Show than to drive there. And to drive in the luxury of the Infiniti Q30 is about as comfortable as it gets. This is a car that offers comfort in abundance and is every bit as stylish as it looks. (Some of you may recall that I test
5 great restaurants in Auvergne, central France

5 great restaurants in Auvergne, central France

By on Oct 09, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Auvergne is getting a lot more attention at the moment, partly due to Lonely Planet putting the region on one of its must visit lists for 2016. There are many reasons to explore this tranquil, scenic area full of Bourbon history and dormant volcanoes, and it is becoming a popular place to stop on the
Half-term and horrifying Halloween highlights in Paris

Half-term and horrifying Halloween highlights in Paris

By on Oct 07, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe
Half term and Halloween is a great moment to come visit Paris. You might not see a lot of children trick or treating in the streets of the French capital on 31st October at night, but All Saints Day is a celebration day in France as well. During this time, locals usually go to cemeteries and
4 reasons to choose a reverse ski weekend

4 reasons to choose a reverse ski weekend

By on Sep 22, 2016 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Taking a ‘reverse ski weekend’ is a great way to enjoy some of the most luxurious hotels, chalets and activities in ski resorts at a more affordable price. A reverse ski weekend is different from a ‘regular’ ski weekend because instead of travelling on the usual days – out on a Thursday and back on
Europe's top 6 luxury chalets

Europe's top 6 luxury chalets

By on Sep 21, 2016 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
As the first leaves turn red and yellow and the cooler breezes announce the arrival of the fall, it is time to start thinking about your winter holidays. If you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and relaxing in a stunning natural environment, the following chalets are perfect to unwind and have fun this coming winter. The Lodge,
The chic, the challenge or the change? The top 3 European ski towns for this Winter

The chic, the challenge or the change? The top 3 European ski towns for this Winter

By on Sep 21, 2016 in Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The summer sun may be setting over Europe as winter slowly creeps up on us, but the opulence of the continent is evergreen. The sun loungers of Sicily are being swapped for the ski fields of Veneto as the season of sun, snow and the seductive high life begins. But where can you find the
Funders of the michelin guide

Road to the table - why is it Michelin-starred?

By on Sep 14, 2016 in Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
On the face of it, they are strange bedfellows, tyres and exquisite fine dining. Granted, I’ve had my share of steaks that could have easily doubled as a tyre, such was the toughness and near impossible chew-ability but leaving that aside I reckon there must be quite a few millennials who are unaware of the
Top 5 Four Seasons hotels

Top 5 Four Seasons hotels

By on Sep 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Canada, Europe, France, Hawaii, Hotels, Mauritius, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Four Seasons Hotels are known as being some of the most luxurious hotels in the World. The company itself owns 104 luxurious hotels that are spread across the continents of the World. In this article I am going to outline the 5 best and most lavish resorts this group has to offer. 1. Four Seasons
5 reasons to visit Provence in September

5 reasons to visit Provence in September

By on Sep 02, 2016 in Europe, Events, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Some regard September as the most pleasant month to visit Provence. The majority of tourists, both foreign & French, have gone home, the school holidays have ended, the weather is still glorious and warm and the roads and attractions empty. One can also discover events and celebrations aimed at the locals once the holiday season
From chaos to calm: how our latest trip nearly didn't happen

From chaos to calm: how our latest trip nearly didn't happen

By on Aug 17, 2016 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
It started with a bang. A very loud bang. And it didn’t take us long to realise what had happened. The boat trailer that we were towing had become detached from our car and one of the boats on it had come straight through our rear windscreen. Panic set in. We were due to catch
Mykonos Greece celebrity holiday destination

12 classy European destinations that celebrities love

By on Aug 15, 2016 in Attractions, Celebrities, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Going Out, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Regions, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Dramatic shorelines, Mediterranean elegance, iconic walled cities and a quaint Irish town with a friendly dolphin are some of the many attractions that draw celebrities to these classy European holiday destinations. Follow in your favourite celebrity’s footsteps to one of these wonderful European locations, in search of beauty and chic, and live it up like
Amorino Ice Cream

The 9 most exquisite ice cream parlors in Paris

By on Aug 13, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Spending your summer holidays in Paris with your children is a great idea. There are so many beautiful places to see and child-friendly things to do that everyone is sure to have a good time. But during summer, the weather can get hot… really hot! And after visiting an iconic monument such as the Eiffel