Category: France

France is the most visited country in the world. A majority of those visitors are heading to Paris, the most visited city in the world, but there is much to discover for travellers who venture into the French countryside – which is defined as anywhere outside of Paris’ city limits, according to Parisians. French cuisine was the first cuisine to enter the UNESCO’s World Heritage List as a “world intangible heritage”, and French culture has been the fascination of the English speaking world since the English and French began sparring across the channel.

Top Travel Destinations in France

Top Travel Experiences in France

  • Explore Paris
  • Visit the medieval walled city of Avignon
  • Catch some sunshine on the French Riviera
  • Visit vineyards and Champagne caves in Champagne

France Travel Guides

Paris
Neighbourhood Guides, Paris

Montmartre Guide: 8 Best Things to Do, Cafes & Must-See Sights in Paris

Montmartre is one of the most charming and romanticised neighbourhoods in Paris. It has preserved the romantic, bohemian atmosphere of 19th & 20th century Paris, and is truly like nowhere else in the city. This Montmartre guide rounds up some of the best things to do in Montmartre, including visiting the magnificent Sacre Coeur, browsing the artist markets in Place du Tertre, seeing the Moulin … Continue reading Montmartre Guide: 8 Best Things to Do, Cafes & Must-See Sights in Paris

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Paris

Paris Travel Guide: The Ultimate Guide for Visitors

Paris is one of the most iconic cities in the world, and one of the most visited. Paris is an enormous city, with dozens of historic sights, world class museums & galleries, vibrant and distinctive neighbourhoods, and hundreds of boulangeries, brasseries, bistros and bars. Planning your first trip to Paris can be overwhelming, but with a little planning you can get so much out of … Continue reading Paris Travel Guide: The Ultimate Guide for Visitors

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Paris

Montparnasse: Paris 14th Arrondissement Guide + Map (2025)

Montparnasse is in Paris‘ 14th arrondissement, and is one of the best neighbourhoods to visit in Paris for an authentic Paris experience. It’s my favourite neighbourhood, and I’ve stayed in the area on my last three visits to Paris! This Montparnasse neighbourhood guide includes the best things to do in Montparnasse, the best restaurants & bars and my suggestions for where to stay in Montparnasse. … Continue reading Montparnasse: Paris 14th Arrondissement Guide + Map (2025)

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Hall of Mirrors at Versailles
France, History, Versailles

Versailles Visitors Guide: Highlights, history & tips for visiting France’s most iconic palace

The Chateau de Versailles is one of the most decadent palaces on earth. The 17th century palace played a pivotal role in French history, as France’s final royal residence, and reflects the excesses of the French monarchy that led to the French Revolution in 1789.  Its splendour was its downfall, and also what makes it the second-most visited attraction in France, after the Eiffel Tower. … Continue reading Versailles Visitors Guide: Highlights, history & tips for visiting France’s most iconic palace

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wineries in burgundy to visit
Burgundy

The Best Wineries in Burgundy to Visit: The Côte d’Or Wine Region

Burgundy is one of the best wine regions in France, and one of the most famous wine regions in the world. As far as wine tourism goes, there aren’t many better places to spend a few days enjoying the wine country lifestyle, than in beautiful Burgundy. In this guide, I’ve shared the best wineries that we visited in Burgundy’s Côte d’Or wine region, which is … Continue reading The Best Wineries in Burgundy to Visit: The Côte d’Or Wine Region

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paris
City Guides, Paris, Travel Itineraries

3 Days in Paris: Itinerary for First Time Visitors

Are you planning your first trip to Paris? After five trips to Paris over the last decade, including a stint studying in Paris, I’ve written this itinerary for 3 days in Paris for first time visitors to help you get the most out of your trip! This itinerary for 3 days in Paris is designed for first time visitors to Paris. It includes the best … Continue reading 3 Days in Paris: Itinerary for First Time Visitors

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Alsace

The 5 Most Beautiful Villages in Alsace to Visit

Alsace is a spellbinding corner of France, that rewards visitors with enchanting medieval villages, a unique culture and cuisine with both French and German influences, and spectacular wineries, famed for producing some of the best riesling and gewurtztraminer in the world. These are the fairytale towns that the rest of the world imitates! The best places in Alsace are along the wine route, the Route … Continue reading The 5 Most Beautiful Villages in Alsace to Visit

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City Guides, Destination Guides, Paris

Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)

Choosing where to stay in Paris can be overwhelming, with 20 arrondissements to choose from and major sights scattered all over the city. The best areas to stay in Paris for first time visitors are St Germain, Le Marais, Montparnasse, the Latin Quarter and the 2nd and 16th arrondissements. Below, I’ve shared the 10 best areas to stay in Paris for visitors, with notes on some … Continue reading Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)

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Burgundy, Travel Itineraries

2 Days in Burgundy: Itinerary for 48 Hours in Beaune & Cote d’Or + Map (2025)

Three words: French. Wine. Country! Burgundy is one of France’s greatest wine regions, dotted with grand chateaux and biscuit-coloured villages where it seems that time stands still. We spent two days in Burgundy, which was the perfect introduction to this exceptional corner of France. You could spend so much longer exploring the region, but 48 hours in Burgundy is a great place to start for … Continue reading 2 Days in Burgundy: Itinerary for 48 Hours in Beaune & Cote d’Or + Map (2025)

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Destination Guides, Paris

25 Best Emily in Paris Filming Locations + Map (2025)

It’s a cliche to say, but Paris really is one of the main characters in Netflix’s smash hit series, Emily in Paris. Fans will be delighted to find that there are Emily in Paris filming locations all over Paris to visit, including Emily’s Apartment, Gabriel’s Restaurant, the Savoir office and dozens of iconic Paris sights that were used as locations in the popular series. On … Continue reading 25 Best Emily in Paris Filming Locations + Map (2025)

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