France Travel

A brief introduction to wine tasting events in Lyon with relevant information on how to navigate the hundreds of wine stands at these expositions.

Dec 10, 2009 - Ngan Dam

The word santon comes from the Provençal 'santoùon,' or little saints. They are clay figurines that depict the colourful people and traditional trades of Provence.

Dec 9, 2009 - Heidi Brand

France is famous for its markets at any time of the year but something very special happens here during the Christmas period.

Dec 9, 2009 - Heidi Brand

A survey of the most-read local news outlets of Lyon and the category of information these papers specialize in.

Dec 9, 2009 - Ngan Dam

Disneyland Paris is a popular destination for European tourists over the festive period. Here's some tips and advice for making the most out of a visit over the holidays.

Dec 8, 2009 - Michael Owen

Vacationing in France can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, especially for those who love beauty and romance. Here are a few tips to ensure a successful trip.

Nov 30, 2009 - Leslie Yeh

From its medieval streets to the town's famous perfume-making industry, there are plenty of things to see and do in Grasse.

Nov 29, 2009 - Ally McCrow-Young

Those looking for a rewarding and authentic travel or holiday experience in the south of France may enjoy spending time in Allauch - a tiny but charming French village.

Nov 24, 2009 - Sarah Pring

Nord Pas de Calais is the gateway to France. This bustling student town is a great area to call home, and has plenty of good schools and English-speaking services.

Nov 20, 2009 - Imogen Moore

The Massif des Bauges Regional Park was set up to preserve the natural and cultural heritage of unspoilt Savoie countryside in the French pre-Alps.

Nov 12, 2009 - Solange Hando

The Savoie resort of Aix les Bains enjoys a scenic location on Lac du Bourget and hot springs, discovered by ancient Celts and still used today in the Thermal Spa.

Nov 11, 2009 - Solange Hando

Gateway to the French Alps, Chambéry is an attractive town with a surprising heritage and great natural assets on the doorstep.

Nov 7, 2009 - Solange Hando

Bordered by a crystal clear lake and crisscrossed by canals, Annecy is one of the most popular resorts in the French Alps.

Nov 6, 2009 - Solange Hando

Montpeyroux close to Montpellier in Languedoc offers guided and self-guided walking tours through its vineyards, ending with a tasting of local wines in the Cave.

Nov 6, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

Natural products abound in the French Alps where plants, herbs and organic food offer a healthy alternative in harmony with the environment.

Nov 5, 2009 - Solange Hando

A heavy morning dew. The smell of wood smoke and damp leaves hanging in the air and a curl of wood smoke from stone chimneys. Autumn has arrived in the Luberon.

Nov 3, 2009 - Heidi Brand

The winter landscape in the Luberon is defined by the sinister shadows of the vines, cut back to gnarled stumps that stand in stark rows as far as the eye can see.

Nov 3, 2009 - Heidi Brand

Tucked away in an unassuming corner of north Paris, Mama Shelter opened to fanfare in 2008 and deserves to stay on any self-respecting 'hip hotels Paris' list.

Oct 29, 2009 - Amy Barnard

For 120 years Moulin Rouge has entertained millions of people and hosted illustrious names such as Edith Piaf, Liza Minnelli and Frank Sinatra. Today the magic continues.

Oct 26, 2009 - Nadine Visagie

The idea of a holidaying at a naturist centre can seem intimidating at first but once people have tried a nude beach holiday, most are hooked for life.

Oct 22, 2009 - Gillian Thomas

Follow the pilgrims of the past to Chartres, south of Paris. Here, an ancient Gothic cathedral rises above the landscape and a historic medieval town.

Oct 15, 2009 - Lorraine Syratt

The fortified town of Langres in Haute Marne, France is surrounded by four lakes each with its own distinct character.

Oct 13, 2009 - Jenni Potter

A visit to Langres and the surrounding area offers a wealth of possibilities, from art to architecture and sightseeing to swimming.

Oct 13, 2009 - Jenni Potter

Every year, scores of wine tasting events, known as salons des vins, take place in Lyon and cities across France. Learn how to get into them for free.

Oct 12, 2009 - Ngan Dam

Concept bedrooms, bright colors and organic breakfast. These are just some of the features of quirky design hotel HI in the French city of Nice.

Oct 12, 2009 - Cecily Layzell