We’ve talked before about how popular Paris is and how to make the most of your time there – which is not easy! For those with extra time or looking to explore further, we’ve selected some of our favorite places around the French capital. Welcome to the 8 best day trips from Paris! Our selection focuses highly on French heritage with a mix of well-known places and some other more…
Traveling through France is like going to a history class. There’s always something interesting to visit, discover or learn about. Once you head towards the countryside, the possibilities are endless. From old historical villages to palaces and other monuments, there are plenty of reasons worth stopping for. During our extensive travels in France, we had the chance to visit one of the finest and best-preserved French monuments, the Cistercian Abbey…
The French region of Alsace is historically important, but also a very good destination for those trying to get out of the beaten path and looking for new experiences. Alsace’s strong traditions and culture play a vital role in the region and make it quite appealing for a visit.
The collection of châteaux in France is remarkable. In the area around Paris alone, there are many fine ones worth visiting, like Château de Chantilly in the Domaine de Chantilly. During one of our many trips to Paris, we managed to add this Château to our list. Domaine de Chantilly is located in the town of Chantilly, only 40 km away from Paris. It includes the Château de Chantilly, which houses the art gallery Musée…
Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world and with so many famous attractions and landmarks it can get very confusing to make the most of the available time while visiting “la Ville Lumière”, especially for a first time visitor. Don’t panic! For the last few years, we’ve been visiting Paris and all of Ile-de-France countless times. With Cristina’s family living right at the doorstep of the…
