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My Trip to Burgundy and Montreaux Recently, we found ourselves in Montreux, Switzerland for a travel convention. In Montreux, you are on the shores of pristine Lake Geneva, on the Swiss side. Friendly travel tip: Switzerland uses the Swiss franc, not the euro. But it’s 2019, and we did not exchange any currency in the…
The castles you’ll visit in the Loire Valley along the way Click for the full Loire Valley cycling tour description and pricing. Chateau d’Amboise The village of Amboise is anchored by the grand Château Amboise, along the river Loire, just 20 minutes from Tours. In recent times, the château Amboise in the Loire Valley has…
Click on a link below the France map for more information about each region of France. Discover the land beyond Paris, whether it’s the Alps, Provence, the Loire castles, or the solemn history of the Somme and Normandy. The more you know, the more you’ll want to explore on your visit. Click on a bubble…
Welcome to Chenonceau Castle! Welcome to the fascinating history of Château de Chenonceau, a stunning masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture that captivates visitors with its elegance, beauty, and remarkable past. Nestled in the Loire Valley, this enchanting castle is not only famous for its breathtaking architecture and stunning gardens but also for the intriguing stories…
Spread over 172 acres atop the cliffs of Colleville-sur-Mer, the Normandy American Cemetery solemnly honors the lives of the servicemen who died on D-Day and in the ensuing battles to liberate France. Nearly 9,400 Americans rest here—many of them among the waves of troops that landed on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, in one…
France’s Provence region should be on your vacation list Before high fashion, multi course meals, political intrigues, grand boulevards and palaces, there was, and always will be, the French countryside. All French regions claim to be the ultimate countryside experience. Sorry everyone, but that honor truly belongs to Provence. It’s the history, the food, the informality. …
While visiting Normandy, you just may feel as if you are walking through a painting. Impressionism: the vibrant colors, sweeping landscapes, and charming villages are so picturesque, you may start to wonder if, in fact, they are real. You can rest assured that everything in this region is real and authentic. Perhaps that is the…
Summer Lavender Tours from Paris Day trip from Paris. July only. Provençal market, Sault (the lavender capital), Gordes, and Sénanque Abbey’s famous lavender fields. Books early—this one sells out. Six Days in Provence (Avignon to Nice) Three nights in Avignon, two nights in Nice. Cooking class at Avignon’s covered market, wine tastings in Tavel and…
A short history of the charming town of Bayeux Bayeux, a quaint town in Normandy, France, is situated near the English Channel in the Calvados region. Nestled along the Aure River, it is approximately 16 miles west-northwest of Caen and about 166 miles northwest of Paris. This charming town is renowned for the medieval tapestry…
France’s Legendary Coastal and Countryside Escape The Normandy region combines a stunning 360-mile coastline—highlighted by the dramatic WWII landing beaches—with a lush interior dotted with farmland, market towns, and historic cities like Caen, Bayeux, and Rouen. Here, you’ll find culinary delights (cheeses, cider, and Calvados brandy) alongside centuries of pivotal history. Truly, welcome to Normandy!…