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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
Rosé wines Dégustation from France and Switzerland
We are reviewing Rosé wines today such as Belles du Sud by Nach Les Domains Auriol - Cicéron 2019 Vin de France, Château des Bormettes La Londe-Les-Maures …
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. …
Sparkling Wines: The different ways to make bubbles (Part I)
Chances are, we all have tasted some sort of sparkling wine, at the very least around Christmas and New Year, or when celebrating birthdays or special …
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 …
The historical road of the Plantagenet Kings
You don't know what to do this Spring and you love history. What about a trip to France? The Deux-Sèvres department in France is one among many …