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  Culinary France

  8 Activities to discover Bordeaux off the beaten track

  Only a short 2 hour train ride from Paris, Bordeaux is the perfect destination for a unique getaway. Surrounded by world famous vineyards, close by the Atlantic coast and its endless...

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  French Monuments

  10 facts you probably didn't know about the Eiffel Tower

  The Eiffel Tower - or as we call it in French, La Tour Eiffel - is one of the world’s most famous landmarks. The tower was designed as the masterpiece of the 1889 World's Fair in Paris...

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  Culinary France

  The 5 Most Famous Bordeaux Wine Appellations

  The fame of Bordeaux wines is due to their quality, their history, but also to the mind-boggling numbers expressed. Bordeaux vineyard represents the largest productive quality area...

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  Culinary France

  Léa's selection of the best local delicacies from Bordeaux

  While in France expect to taste delicious food & wines. When I travel, I always love to spend time in markets and taste food to understand the local culture. Following locals is the...

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  Culinary France

  5 Alsace Appellations you have probably never heard of

  If you're looking for a wine tasting holiday you could do a lot worse than visiting Alsace in Eastern France, home to some of the wine trade's best kept secrets.

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  Day Trips in France

  Which Normandy Day Trip, should you take from Bayeux?

  Bayeux is the perfect gateway to visit the most important sites the Normandy region has to offer. Striking Chalk cliffs, Historical events, Iconic French Monuments and local delicacies...

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  Historical Events

  10 facts you probably didn't know about the Normandy D-Day landings

  D-Day was the largest invasion by air & sea in military history. Operation "Overlord" involved more than 150 000 troops, 6 900 ships and landing vessels, 2 400 aircraft and 867 gliders....

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  Most beautiful Villages of...

  Most Beautiful villages of France: Collonges-la-Rouge

  Discover one of the most beautiful villages of France located at the border between the historical regions of the Limousin & Quercy. The village is an architectural Gem with all its...

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  Day Trips in France

  Which Activities, Day Trips or Wine Tours, should you take in Bordeaux?

  So, you have set your mind up and are seriously considering visiting Bordeaux. Wholly revitalized since its so-called “Sleeping Beauty” days, Bordeaux is now one of France’s liveliest...

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  Arts & Crafts of France

  11 Luxury Arts & Crafts products of Alsace

  Alsace is a region of France that has retained a unique Arts & Crafts tradition. Marquetry, Pottery, Glassware & Crystal are just a few examples of the crafts mastered by local Artisans....

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  Charming Small Towns of France

  What is there to See & Do in La Rochelle?

  Located on the Atlantic coast, the town of La Rochelle is directly linked to the ocean. Its dense history, passing from English to French domination, offers an astounding heritage...

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  Day Trips in France

  Which Dordogne Day Trip, should you take from Sarlat?

  With its incredibly preserved villages, unparalleled prehistoric sites and buzzing markets, the Dordogne department of France has a wealth of attractions to fill your visit.

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  Day Trips in France

  Which Alsace Day Trip, should you take from Strasbourg?

  From sightseeing in the scenic villages to wine tasting in historic vineyards, Alsace offers something for everyone. Taste delicious food & Wines, visit authentic villages!

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