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A day trip on a traditional boat (“vieux grément”) to Houat island

By Paul Johnson on Oct 20, 2017 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

If you like the sound of an unforgettable day sailing to an island paradise, then this one is for you! Owner Jérôme Suillerot and boat captain Olivier will guide you across the Gulf of Morbihan aboard the 22-metre Krog E Barz, a traditional sailing ship with a white hull and distinctive green stripe – a […]

10 great reasons to visit Carnac, Brittany, France

By Paul Johnson on Oct 19, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Having recently spent around 10 days in Carnac in southern Brittany, we thought it would be fitting to share 10 great reasons to visit this popular French seaside resort. Located in the heart of Quiberon Bay, and close to Brittany’s Gulf of Morbihan, Carnac enjoys a healthy influx of tourists, particularly in high season (July […]

Special feature: Carnac Thalasso Spa Resort and Hotel, Carnac, Brittany, France

By Paul Johnson on Oct 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

We recently visited Carnac in Brittany – a resort famous for its Neolithic standing stones – so that our two boys could compete in a sailing competition. Carnac itself is divided into two distinct areas – Carnac-Ville (the historic, main town) and Carnac-Plage (the beach area). With the event being out of Carnac Yacht Club, […]

Visiting France with Brittany Ferries

By Paul Johnson on Sep 25, 2017 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Last year we travelled to Spain with Brittany Ferries and you may recall it was a rather eventful experience to say the least! This time we were looking to a somewhat more leisurely build-up to our crossing to France. Travelling out of Plymouth, we broke our journey up with a very relaxing stay at Whatley Manor […]

4 pleasant, short trips around Lake Geneva

By Benedikt Lüchinger on Sep 20, 2017 in Europe, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

The city of Geneva is renowned for its multicultural treasures as well as a hub for foreign politics and business. The high life quality of the city can’t be contained by the streets alone. It spills over to the lush surroundings, most notably the Lake Geneva. So if you want to escape the thrilling city […]

3 tried and tested accessories from my latest trip

By Paul Johnson 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

By Paul Johnson 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 […]

Top 5 foodie cities in Europe

By Jack Huang on Nov 27, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Are you crazy about cuisine? Passionate about finding the next delicious meal? If you are a devoted foodie, then Europe offers a fantastic smorgasbord of amazing food experiences to enjoy. Here are some of the best cities in Europe for foodies to explore. 1. San Sebastian, Spain This gorgeous Basque city is in love with […]

Top 10 luxury chalets in Europe

By Paolo Macchiaroli on Nov 26, 2015 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Regions, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

As adventurous as a day on the slopes can be, coming home to a beautifully furnished and elegant chalet is equally exciting. Scattered across the Alps in France, Switzerland, Italy and Austria are some of the most exclusive, stunningly beautiful luxury chalets in Europe. Chalet Abruzzes, Courchevel, France Chalet Abruzzes is located above the Cospillot […]

Planning a short break in Bordeaux? 6 not-to-be-missed experiences

By Susie Marquis on Mar 12, 2015 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Recently nominated as the Best European Destination 2015, this vibrant and elegant city is often neglected by tourists who, if they haven’t been to France before, will opt for the larger and more easily accessible city of Paris. However, since becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007, Bordeaux is becoming one of the main […]

5 artist houses (and gardens) to visit around Paris

By Katia Kulawick-Assante on Dec 02, 2014 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

When you visit Paris, why not venture a little further outside the crowded downtown’s museums and explore authentic artists’ headquarters? Here’s a selection of five houses that witnessed the lives and art of famous painters, writers, architects and collectors. Intense creative stories still live behind these walls – discover the spirit of these talents and […]

Top 10 tips for first-timers visiting Paris

By Janice Nieder on Dec 01, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

I was going on a Viking River Cruise to Southern France with my best friend, Joan, who mentioned that she had never been to Paris. Mon dieu! I immediately set out to rectify this grave error, and rebooked our flights so we could at least spend the weekend in Paris before heading down to Avignon […]

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 […]

Affordable luxury ski holidays in France

By Richard Dannreuther on Nov 23, 2012 in Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Ski holidays have been growing in popularity over the past few years. Many people are packing their bags for snow-covered mountainous destinations to spend quality time with friends, families and loved ones. The opportunity to experience the country lifestyle of the French, the delicious cuisines and the adrenaline of some of the snowboarding and skiing […]

10 places to be in France in the run-up to Christmas

By Paul Johnson on Oct 13, 2012 in Europe, Featured, France, Regions, Western Europe

With Christmas only just around the corner (OK, so it’s a short time off… but some of these events start quite soon!), here are 10 festive ideas to start getting you in the mood for the festive season in France. Whether you simply wish to take in the aromas of cinnamon whilst browsing the Christmas […]

Tailor-made, luxury family trips to Paris with Family Twist

By Paul Johnson on Sep 01, 2012 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Family Twist is a new travel company that seeks to introduce the wonders of Paris to families looking to enjoy a luxury break with young children. With tailor-made itineraries that are specifically designed to make life easier for parents or grandparents, the City of Lights can be enjoyed as never before by a new generation […]

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