When it comes to great cheese, seafood, and amazing meat, one region of France comes to the mind of most French people: The Normandy region. Yes, about 2 hours drive north of Paris, nestled between the medieval city of Rouen to its south, to the north the Flowered coast with its elegant houses and horse racetracks, […]
Many people have asked and keep asking me: “What town would you recommend we stay in that is close to the Normandy D-DAY beaches we are seeing, yet quaint and has restaurants….” Here are all my answers. Over the last few years, I have taken many US and international visitors to the Normandy D-Day Beaches. […]
My heart sings when I think of the beautiful places on the Côte d’Azur. Perhaps because I spent many childhood summers in St. Tropez and Port Grimaud, the language sounds like music to my ears and the view of the bay is balm for my soul. If you’re thinking of exploring the region, here are […]
Mont Saint Michel (often written Mont St Michel, with other variations) is a small UNESCO World Heritage listed island located just off the coast of the northern French region of Normandy. Keep on reading for more information on how to visit Mont Saint Michel. The island is best known as the site of the spectacular and well-preserved Norman Benedictine […]
You probably don’t know this, but if you were to drive from Aberdeen, Scotland, directly to Marseille, France, it would take you less than a full day! When you look at a map, they seem so far away that you would never even imagine getting on the road for such a long trip. But in […]
Looking for the top things to do in Paris with teenagers? Paris is known to many as the City of Love and that’s why so many couples flock to this city. But did you know it’s also a great destination to visit with teens? When my son was 14 years old, I visited the City […]
Nice is the capital of the French Riviera, a glamorous collection of towns and cities that line the south coast of France. The French Riviera, otherwise known as the Cote d’Azur, attracts visitors from all over the world, and Nice is no exception. Nice boasts a long stretch of beautiful coastline with unobstructed views out […]
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous icons in the world The Eiffel Tower is undoubtedly the crown jewel of France and is one of the leading drivers of French tourism. In fact, it is actually one of the most-visited pay-to-enter monuments in the world, with almost 7 million visitors every year. Better […]
Paris is a beautiful city, and it’s also the capital city of France. While it’s a great place to visit year-round, visiting Paris in the spring is a fantastic sight. Spring time in Paris is truly remarkable; you’ll find it full of flowers, trees, lively crowds and an overall fantastic atmosphere. The weather starts to […]
Have you got a few extra days in Paris and looking for somewhere new to explore? How about a Versailles day trip from Paris? The Palace of Versailles is one of the world’s most famous palaces and its proximity to Paris makes it a wonderful choice for a day trip from the French capital. The […]
