France
Essential, an Autumn in Provence Part Deux
The sun rises later, days become shorter and soon the first cool breeze… Where will you go and see the change of seasons? Let us dive right into part …
Where to today? Coudray-Salbart
Find out more about this interesting French medieval fortress. Located in Echiré, you can visit it and learn more about its
Monet in Giverny: property opened 40 years ago
Claude Monet spent half his life in his home in Giverny. He was 43 when he arrived. He died 43 years later in 1926. This year is not only the 180th birthday of …
Poitiers – Step back into the Past. A city of 100 steeples, Poitiers never ceases to interest and amaze visitors as Véronique Gray finds out.
Find out why you should visit Poitiers. Read more about the history of this interesting city, where to eat and sleep and what to
Véronique Gray had a moving experience at Omaha Beach and at the American Military Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer
If you happen to take the ferry to Caen or drive through Normandy, take a close look at your map. The American Cemetery at Omaha Beach is well worth the …
Essential, a Summer in Provence
As the world starts re-opening its doors and as summer quickly approaches, I cannot help but think about Vacations in Provence France as a European essential. …
French winter resorts for alpine, downhill skiers and snowboarders
Are you still looking for a place to go for your winter holidays? Why not in France? Whatever type of winter activity you are looking for, you will find it in …
Where to today? Val Thorens – ski in & out
Where is Val Thorens? If you have never heard of Val Thorens, the village is located in Savoy at an altitude of 7545 feet (2300 meters). It is the highest ski …
LYON Festival of Lights: Dec 5th-8th
Have you ever been to Lyon for the Festival of Lights? A great time to visit Lyon is during the annual festival des lumieres, which will start this week. It …
The Eiffel Tower is 130 years old
The Eiffel Tower is celebrating its 130th anniversary. Who has not heard of the Eiffel Tower, also known as the Iron Lady (Dame de fer), the Parisian building …