Category: France
8 mouth-watering French desserts
By Andy Levine on Mar 21, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
It’s no secret that I have an affinity for France and its culture. Having spent a significant portion of my life in France, and mastering the French language, only solidifies my favoritism. One thing which I have found the French done exceptionally well is mastering the culinary arts beautifully. From their breads to their meals 
Top 6 cities to enjoy in mainland Europe
By Alison Crabb on Mar 19, 2014 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Portugal, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain, Western Europe
Spring is coming and Europe is ready for visitors to enjoy the milder climate, beautiful blooms and longer days. It’s the perfect time to head to the continent, whether it’s for an expansive Grand Tour or just a shorter stopover. Let’s have a look at some of the top six most gorgeous – and often 
Photograph of the week: Sunset in Paris
From the Westin Vendôme, along Rue de Rivoli, the sun sets just behind the Eiffel Tower, beyond the Ferris Wheel of the Tuileries Garden. On nights with light cloud cover, it produces a beautiful palette of bright oranges, yellows, purples, and blues. It is a mesmerizing yet appropriate way to end a Parisian day. Thank
Interview with Magali Déchelette, Founder and CEO of Family Twist
By Paul Johnson on Mar 18, 2014 in Asia, Europe, Family Travel, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Indonesia, Interviews, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Magali started her career as a management consultant, which gave her the opportunity to work abroad, especially in London and China. In both countries, she became aware through talking to various people about how difficult it is for families to travel to Paris, her home city. This gave her the idea to found Family Twist, 
The 10 most expensive cities in the world
By Paul Johnson on Mar 04, 2014 in Asia, Australia, Denmark, Europe, Featured, France, Japan, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, South America, Switzerland, Venezuela, Western Europe, Worldwide
If you thought the likes of London were expensive, then think again. The English capital doesn’t even make the top 10 in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2014 Worldwide Cost of living survey. It looked at over 130 cities and based its findings on more than 400 different price indicators, only to find that Singapore deserved 
Family fun in Hawaii, luxury in Nevis, a Disneyland members-only club and skiing in Val d'Isere
By Paul Johnson on Feb 27, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, California, Caribbean, Clubs, Europe, France, Going Out, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, USA, Western Europe
I was recently invited to join the Luxury Travel Blog Network, a group of leading, like-minded, luxury travel bloggers from various corners of the globe. This is just an opportunity for us to share what we’ve each been up to each month. Regular readers of ALTB will already be aware that I enjoyed a lovely 
4 Loire Valley chateaux that are perfect for kids
By Magali Déchelette on Feb 26, 2014 in Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, France, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The Loire valley is world renowned for its magnificent chateaux and fine wine. At first glance, however, the region does not seem particularly appropriate for kids. With all the chateaux nestled along the River Loire, it is important to pick the right ones, because there is no escaping that some are a bit on the 
The best baguettes in Paris
By Chloe Johnston on Feb 25, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Walking towards the metro with the promise of sunshine teasing me from behind a few grey clouds, I noticed not one, not two but several Parisians enjoying a petite dejeuner, a fresh baguette right out of the bag! That vision drove me to find the perfect baguette in the City of Light, and I think 
Top 5 luxury ski chalets for families
By Rebecca Taylor on Feb 23, 2014 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
It’s no accident that half term is one of the busiest periods for the ski industry. It’s an opportunity for parents to take their children for a weeks skiing and a lot of parents do just that, creating a mini boom, mid-season. One thing guaranteed to make that week a success is a family friendly 
The most expensive ski resorts in Europe
By Paul Johnson on Feb 17, 2014 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe
A recent survey from TravelMag.com compared all important ski resorts in Europe based on the cost of their lodging. Boasting nine out of the ten most expensive resorts on the continent, Austria and France dominate the rankings. The most expensive of all European resorts is the Ischgl resort, located in the Austrian state of Tyrol. 
5 excellent alternatives to skiing in Val d'Isere this Spring
By Jamie Rennie on Feb 13, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Europe, Events, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
You may be surprised to hear that ski resorts aren’t all about skiing. I don’t mean in the summer months when there isn’t any snow to be had. I mean in the core months, when the snow is at its best and sunnier days prevail. Val d’Isere for example has five alternative events that make the 
The top 3 Philippe Starck interiors not to miss in Paris
By Chloe Johnston on Jan 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe
Philippe Starck, the famous French designer and architect captured our hearts with his designs long ago. As someone who designs things from something as small as a shoe to some of the hottest hotels and office buildings in the world it seems there is nothing that Starck can’t put his stamp on. His heart and 
The top 4 mountain restaurants in Meribel
By Ceri Tinley on Jan 30, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
When you are enjoying a fabulous day on the slopes of Meribel, there is no need to drop back into the resort when you start to get peckish at lunchtime. There are a variety of mountain restaurants for you to enjoy before carrying on with your day’s skiing. Here are our top four: The Nuvoself 
A guide to snow polo in Europe
By Celine Renaud on Jan 27, 2014 in Austria, Europe, Events, France, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Polo is a sport steeped in history from all corners of the globe, with a reputation for its glamorous events and high-end hospitality. In 1985, a winter variation was introduced in St Moritz where the playing field took the form of a frozen lake covered in compacted snow. Since its first induction twenty-eight years ago, 
5 of the hottest speakeasies in Paris
By Emerald Bond on Jan 23, 2014 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Perhaps it’s Boardwalk Empire, perhaps it’s the exclusivity, or perhaps it’s simply the eternal attraction of all that is clandestine – either way, hidden bars haven’t been this in vogue since the time when they were actually a necessity. Here are 5 of the hottest speakeasies in Paris – where speaking is not often so 
