Visiting the Tour Montparnasse: Tips for Enjoying the Best View in Paris

Visiting the Tour Montparnasse: Tips for Enjoying the Best View in Paris

Eyesore or eye-catching? Opinions on Paris’ Tour Montparnasse, or Montparnasse Tower in English, have always tended towards one extreme or the other; either way, it sparks reactions.  Reactions were so severe, in fact, that after it was finished in 1973, there was a tremendous outcry. The uproar continued to be so loud that two years…

4 Most Beautiful Luberon Villages to Visit

The hilltop villages of Provence are legendary: cobbled streets, colorfully-painted doors and window shutters, plants growing in a tangle of vines all throughout the village. But the Provence region is massive: when you talk about Provence, you’re talking about the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of France, which could mean anything from Marseille to Cannes to Aix-en-Provence…

Eguisheim in Winter: 5 Enchanting Things to Do

Eguisheim in Winter: 5 Enchanting Things to Do

A salmon-pink castle, a charming castle, a city literally built in circles around it: what’s not to love about Eguisheim? Add on the fact that it’s part of the Alsace Wine Route, has some of the region’s most adorable half-timbered houses, and has its very own Christmas market with 30-odd stalls selling unique wares… yup,…

The 12 Best Wine Tours from Bordeaux (Picked by a Wine Geek)

The 12 Best Wine Tours from Bordeaux (Picked by a Wine Geek)

With its breathtaking architecture, darling bistros, and stunning pedestrian paths along the Garonne River, Bordeaux is a city you have to visit on your France trip. Even better, the city of Bordeaux is conveniently at the heart of the region’s wine country! And Bordeaux is home to some of the world’s best wineries, so why…

2 Days in Lyon: Itinerary for a Culture-Filled Trip

2 Days in Lyon: Itinerary for a Culture-Filled Trip

Nestled between the Rhône and Saône rivers, the enchanting city of Lyon offers an exciting (and more relaxed) alternative to Paris.  With its grandeur and historical splendor, culinary wonders and vibrant culture, the third largest city in France is a must-visit destination for urban lovers and cinephiles alike. Yes, cinephiles — did you know Lyon…

11 Things to Do in Arles, France’s Provençal Charmer

11 Things to Do in Arles, France’s Provençal Charmer

Nestled in the beautiful region of Provence, Arles quickly entrances visitors with its timeless charm. The combination of Roman history, delicious cuisine provençale and an endless love for the arts is an exquisite mix found nowhere else.  With a myriad of experiences to offer, and a stunning landscape on the edge of the Camargue, Arles…

French Riviera Road Trip: An Epic 5-Day Côte d’Azur Itinerary

French Riviera Road Trip: An Epic 5-Day Côte d’Azur Itinerary

Imagine driving along the azure Mediterranean coastline, past charming hilltop villages, glamorous cities, and luxurious yachts bobbing on the glittering waters of glitzy harbors. That’s the essence of a French Riviera road trip: a luxe yet quaint stretch of coastline in the southeastern corner of France. This Côte d’Azur road trip takes about five days…

Renting a Car in Provence: 11 Tips for a Smooth Ride

Renting a Car in Provence: 11 Tips for a Smooth Ride

With every curve in the road, driving Provence offers a panorama of scenic views in a rainbow of colors. From the deep purple of lavender fields to the canary yellow of summer sunflowers to the turquoise waters of its lakes and rivers, Provence is full of natural and man-made wonders. And traversing it by car…