Travel Ideas
Our blog posts about travel ideas to and within France. Learn about our top day trips from Paris ideas.
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Paris Travel Assistant
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Ready for Weather in Europe
Off Season Layering – Any Time But Summer in Europe Going back to England to see relatives required two things as a kid. Dealing with cigarette smoke literally everywhere, especially the plane, and lugging a winter coat that we rarely needed back home in Houston. Even a few years ago I brought a big, heavy, stylish wool coat on a memorable February trip to Paris. I wanted to be warm and fashionable. (Yes, we have a white dog). Well I looked nice. And it was heavy and once you go in a warm place you have to wrestle your way out of the coat and are almost immediately boiling and……
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Day Trips from Paris to Wine Country
Below are our top five day wine trips from Paris. We can create a custom multi-day trip for you if you like (there are so many great things to explore), but if you are short on time or Paris is your focus, these wine tours from Paris are great addition to any vacation. From Burgundy to Bordeaux: Wine Tours From Paris Visit Veuve Clicquot (TOP SELLER) – Tour Reims and the wonderful Veuve Clicquot cellars. Taste a world-famous champagne in an amazing world class town. Delicious Burgundy – Wine tours from Paris to Burgundy. Highly recommended. Simply the best of the best of French wines. Beautiful Bordeaux – So many…
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Two Great Paris Hotels Head-to-Head
Two luxury 5-star small hotels in Paris that are sure to please. A comparison of the Hôtel Grand Powers and Le Damantin in Paris Luxury travel hotel reviews in Paris are often focused on the big hotels like the Bristol and the George V. Those hotels are great, but we’ve found the best experience to be at Paris’ small luxury hotels. The value for money is just so much better with small luxury hotels in Paris. Today, we look at two of our favorites: Hôtel Grand Powers and Le Damantin. I’ll compare the hotels in 6 categories. Let’s go! Service: Hôtel Grand Powers wins when it comes to service. There…
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Top Ten Day Trips From Paris
Our Most Popular Day Trips From the City of Light Paris itself is an endless treasure chest: world-class dining, more than 130 museums, and shopping galore. Every street corner offers its own story—maybe named after a great French writer, or marking the site of a historic turning point. But at least once during your stay, finish that last sip of perfectly brewed coffee, enjoy your flaky croissant, and head out of town. Below is our definitive list of ten day trips from Paris that are sure to inspire, educate, and delight. 1. Normandy D-Day Day Trips From Paris Tour Options: Why Go: Availability: 2. Versailles Palace Trip From Paris Tour…
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Five Great Day Trips From Paris in Winter
Paris in winter has a quieter charm: fewer crowds, glowing lights, and cozy cafés offering a warm retreat. Take advantage of this serene season to venture beyond the city on easy day trips. Whether you want to wander medieval streets, savor comforting winter cuisine, or explore festive markets, here are our top five picks: Embrace the Magic of Winter in Paris – Our Top Day Trip Picks 1. Lyon Day Trip Why Go: Discover the culinary soul of France in Lyon—famed for its bouchons (traditional restaurants) and one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval districts. Stroll through the secret traboules (covered passageways) in the Old Town for a dash of intrigue and…
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France and Cheese, A Match Made in Heaven
by Laura Glendinning England has cheddar, Italy has Parmesan, Holland has Gouda, Greece has Feta and France has Roquefort, Camembert, Brie, Comte, Gruyere, and, well you get the idea. As Charles de Gaulle once asked “how can you govern a country in which there are 246 kinds of cheese?” Make that at least 1200 and some say 2000. You won’t ever taste it all, but you can try! Cheesemaking goes back to the Egyptians, according to some archeologists, and spread throughout the ancient world via trade routes. In Europe, after the fall of the Romans and the descent of the Dark Ages, cheese was considered peasant food at best and…
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Castle Trips From Paris
Medieval life in Europe centered on the castle. Later castles became less about security and more a symbol of royal power and wealth. Amazingly France still has over 5,400 castles (in various stages of repair). Castle trips from Paris are a must-add for your vacation to France. Note: Any tour can be made private. Contact us for pricing and details. Our Top Castle Trips from Paris Villandry Day Tour Visit the majestic Loire castles of Azay-Le-Rideau and Villandry paired with a delightful Vouvray wine tasting. Where Will You Go? Thanks to high speed rail, you can see the top castles in France, all in a day trip from Paris. The most…
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Wine Tours From Paris: From Burgundy to Bordeaux
Craving the flavors of France’s most iconic wine regions? Escape Paris for the day and indulge in world-class tastings, gorgeous vineyard landscapes, and a rich history of winemaking. Whether you’re sipping bubbly in Champagne, admiring Burgundy’s storied terroir, enjoying Bordeaux’s robust reds, or combining Loire whites with castle tours, there’s an unforgettable experience waiting for you. 1. Veuve Clicquot (Top Seller) Journey to Reims for a luxurious Champagne adventure. Tour the famed Veuve Clicquot cellars, savor exclusive tastings, and visit the majestic Reims Cathedral. A perfect blend of bubbles, history, and elegance. 2. Delicious Burgundy Pinot Noir and Chardonnay reign supreme in Burgundy. Wander rolling vineyards, discover centuries-old cellars, and…
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Top Five Train Trips From Paris
Our list of the top five train trips from Paris. Enjoy! From Normandy to the Loire Normandy D-Day Tours from Paris – There is no more hallowed ground in Europe’s history than the beautiful, wild coastline of Normandy. Tracing the footsteps of the men who, inch by inch, took Point du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Utah Beach, Juno, Sword, St. Mare Eglise and Arromanches is an unforgettable experience, whether done in one day or over several. See Mont St. Michel – A 12th century French monk had a vision to build a monastery atop a rock off the remote Brittany coast, cut off by tides twice a day. Over centuries, it…