Paris is a dream destination. With its reputation for romance and history, the French capital comes with a whole lot of iconic attractions, ranging from the Eiffel Tower – a veritable symbol of Paris – to Notre Dame Cathedral and the Arc de Triomphe. Whether you want to shop ‘til you drop at Galeries Lafayette …
Located in southern France about 20 miles north of Marseille, Aix-ex-Provence is a city with 145,000 residents that’s most well-known as being the home to post-impressionist artist Paul Cézanne. The region, commonly referred to as Aix, was originally settled in the latter years of the BC era. It is home to a variety of historic …
Though the port city of Bordeaux has slightly more than 250,000 residents, when combined with the surrounding suburbs, that number approaches nearly 800,000. That makes it one of France’s largest metropolitan areas – and it’s one of the country’s most celebrated agricultural, historical, and wine-producing areas. Its southern location means relatively mild year-round weather. In …
Located along the west bank of the Rhône River in southeastern France, Avignon is a relatively small town that was once one of the continent’s centers of Catholicism. As such, it was chosen as the home of Pope Clement V in the early part of the 14th century. The region is particularly well-known for its …
Cannes is one of the premier cities of the French Riviera. It is most well-known for its annual film festival that draws visitors and celebrities from all over the world. The beachside attraction also has a reputation as a playground for the rich and famous, and regularly hosts meetings of government ministers and business elite, …
The old port city of Marseille is the third-largest city in France. While the city once had a reputation for being rough around the edges, today, it embraces that old-world roughness that’s softened by its modern charm. Marseille’s location on the Mediterranean Sea gives it a quaint feel. The population of almost a million people …
The historic city of Strasbourg sits on the border between France and Germany. This location means the city is highly influenced by both French and German culture. It’s a fairly large city in the Grand Est region of France with a metropolitan area of almost 800,000 people. While the city is a hub for modern …
Nice is a city situated on the French Riviera. In earlier times, it was a retreat for artists and France’s elite. Today, Nice is one of the most visited cities in the country. Its scenic location surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea and the Alps, combined with its mild climate, attracts visitors from all over the …
Built of wrought iron and towering like a sentinel over the chic city of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is one of the continent’s most recognizable and visited icons. Constructed over 3 years in the 1880s, it was originally built to wow and welcome attendees at the 1889 World’s Fair. According to some statistics, it’s the …
One of the gems of Northern France, Normandy is the perfect destination to get a slice of history, culture, and gastronomy that this region is most famous for. The coastline here is a poignant area, where you can get in touch with your inner historian and learn about the beaches where many battles were fought …