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Why You Should Line Up For Tickets To Font de Gaume Cave
When I was travelling in the Dordogne, everyone I talked to kept saying, “You have to see this place! But get there early!” Little…
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Bike Ride Along The Canal du Midi From Carcassonne
I had always wanted to bike along the Canal du Midi in the Languedoc region of southern France; however, in my initial research, I…
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A Unique Cave Experience In The Dordogne Valley: Gouffre de Padirac
When you travel to France there are many caves to visit. I’ve seen some great ones including Lascaux IV in the Dordogne, and Caverne…
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Journey On “The Little Yellow Train” To See The Pyrénées
How do you decide where to travel in France? For me, it’s the photos. In travel magazines, like National Geographic Traveler, I see stunning…
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Wine And Relaxation At Château Autignac
When unique experiences in France can be combined with a stay at a stylish, luxurious French château, then it’s a bonus. I had just…
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Day’s Outing To Marseille Via the Scenic Train Côte Bleue
If you are looking to do a day’s outing to Marseille when you are in Provence, take the train—the Train Côte Bleue (the Blue…
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What It’s Like To Hike The Three Calanques Near Cassis
When you see the photos, you’ll want to go. I did for many years. I wanted to hike the three calanques near Cassis in…
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A Quaint Coastal Village In Normandy: Veules-les-Roses
I’m always surprised when I come upon lots of people visiting places that are interesting yet rarely written about. They must know something the…
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Most Unusual Sight In Normandy: Le Chêne d’Allouville
During my travels, I’ve seen some glorious sights that I’ve enjoyed visiting and photographing. But there is one sight I found to be truly…
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Leonardo da Vinci at Château du Clos Lucé: 500 Years After His Death
[This post was originally published in 2016.] A visit to the Loire Valley is not complete without seeing Leonardo da Vinci’s inventions at Château…
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France To Cinque Terre, Italy: Jaw-Dropping
(Be sure you read the P.S.) Originally published in May 2015 and updated April 3, 2019. When you are in the south of France,…
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Beautiful Spots To Get Away From The Crowds In Paris
Originally published in February 2018 and updated March 31, 2019—There are many more beautiful spots added! It’s one of the top tourist destinations in…
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What Can You See And Do For 2 Days In The Ardèche?
In late June en route from Lyon to Provence, I thought about breaking up my trip by stopping somewhere for a few nights. I…
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Exploring The Caves at Aven d’Orgnac
The Ardèche region, often overlooked by visitors to France, is located in the southeastern area. It has the largest canyon in Europe, numerous opportunities…
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