France Travel Guide
Du vin, du pain et du Boursin – you do not need much more to live like God in France. France is a favourite holiday destination for many Europeans and Americans. With its pristine beaches, old mountain villages, renowned ski resorts and world-famous capital city, France has something to offer for every traveller.
France Travel Information
CURRENCY: Euro
CAPITAL: Paris
TIME ZONE: GMT +1
NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES: Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Monaco.
INHABITANTS: + – 63 million
MAIN AIRPORTS: Paris Charles de Gaulle, Paris Orly Airport, Nice Airport
SAFETY RANKING: 16th out of 162
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10 Best things to do in Amiens
Amiens is a vastly underrated city in France, known for its fairy tale city centre and rich history. Amiens is also the backdrop of the fierce Battle of the Somme in the First World War, one of the bloodiest battles

10 Best hotels in Amiens
Amiens! This cosy city is the perfect French city trip, if you want something different from a large city such as Paris, Marseille, Lille, Toulouse or Nice. The city has a lot to offer, such as nature, culture and the

10 Best things to do in Dunkirk
Dunkirk is so much more than just a Ferry terminal and war memorials. This beautiful city in Flemish style has a rich history and lots to see and do. In fact, Dunkirk is one of those cities that is fairly

10 Best Books to read before going to Paris
Ah! Paris! The city of love. Many books have been written about the world’s most romantic city. But what books should you read to prepare yourself for your trip to Paris? To get into the mood, to learn more about

Best Campsites near Boulogne Sur Mer
It’s so lovely to get out there with your caravan and to explore the beautiful French countryside! Boulogne Sur Mer is the largest city in the Opal Coast, a beautiful stretch of coast and natural beauty. This is why you

15 Best Airbnbs in Calais
Looking for a great place to stay in Calais? This little city has so much more to offer than just Ferry ports! From a nice and quiet city center to many outlet shopping malls and great alcohol stores. It is

11 Best things to do in Boulogne Sur Mer
Are you looking for the best things to do in Boulogne Sur Mer? Look no further! In this article I will go into detail about what to do in this French coastal town. From tasting the best local food to

25 Best restaurants in Lille
Lille, in the North of France is a best kept secret when it comes to great food. In fact, this city is a foodie heaven! There are great restaurants on every single corner and you will never leave the table

Best Airbnbs with a magical view of the Eiffel Tower
When heading to Paris you might want to stay close to the Eiffel Tower. I have chosen the best Airbnbs with the most magical views of the Eiffel Tower. I made sure to include Airbnbs for all budgets. Don’t hesitate

Where to buy wine in Calais
Are you looking to buy wine in Calais? Want to get some last-minute cheap alcohol before you board the train in the Chunnel or the Ferry? You are in luck! There are some great places in Calais where you can

15 best hotels in Lille for every budget
Lille in France might be one of the most underrated places in France. This beautiful city is known for its amazing Flemish architecture, the great shopping street and its beautiful museums? But where would you stay in Lille? What hotel

15 best Airbnbs in Boulogne Sur Mer
Fancy a nice long weekend by the sea, but yearning for a new place to discover without the masses of tourists? Then Boulogne sur Mer is the place for you! This French coastal town is not only a great base

11 best walking tours in Montmartre for the romantic in you
Montmartre is probably one of my favourite neighbourhoods in Paris. I just love the little restaurants and cafes and every time I have been to Paris I just loved walking around the area and getting lost in the little streets.

20 best things to do in Bordeaux France
Although most people will head to the Provence or Paris, Bordeaux is a great city for a small trip. This French city has it all: amazing wine, great food and historic architecture. In fact, if you are not looking forward

How to get to Paris by train from London
Going to Paris by train from London is easy-peasy. You board the train at London St Pancras station, and within two hours you are strolling down the French Boulevards. 2 hours is very short as it often took us more

25 Best restaurants in Paris with a view of the Eiffel Tower
Ah! Paris! The city of great food and the Eiffel Tower. But what if you could combine the two? What if there were amazing restaurants where you could dine with a perfect view on the Eiffel Tower? I have created

Best Day Trips From Paris
Paris. No introduction needed. City of romance. The epicentre of world fashion. Food. Wine. Streets. Colours, lights, culture and people. All unique, all mysterious, all French, giving the rest of the world something to gawk at. While it’s incredible to

Best things to do at Versailles France
If you happen to stumble into Versailles, chances are, you’ll even forget that there’re other things to do IN Versailles. You might even forget that Versailles is in fact, an entire city. The little town must be quite used to

Now that Notre Dame is closed, what are the best churches to visit in Paris?
Notre Dame is always at the top of the list when visiting Paris. It was a beautiful structure and the biggest cathedral in France. But since the magnificent church burned on April 15th 2019, what are the alternatives for tourists?

10 Free things to do in Lille, France
Lille is an vibrant and up-and-coming city in north-east France. Although most tourist will overlook it when planning a holiday to France, it is a perfect first stop for visitors coming from the United Kingdom or Belgium by car. That

Top 10 hotels with stunning views of Paris, the Eiffel Tower and other monuments
The twinkling lights, the romance in the air, the beautiful architecture … Paris is a magnificent city and it is famous for its beautiful Parisian roofs. This means that once you climb a flight of stairs you are treated on

10 best spots to watch the sunset in Paris
Paris is a city for hopeless romantics (like me) – and what is more romantic than watching the sun set over the age-old city of lights? I can’t even count how many times I have been to Paris, but every

5 best spots for a fantastic photo with the Eiffel Tower
Even though I have been to Paris countless times, I always feel like I want to take a picture with the Eiffel Tower! I love this city so much and feel that my trip is never complete without that perfect

Visiting the Air France Museum in Paris – Everything you need to know
Not many tourists and visitors may know that in the heart of Paris, just off the Seine, you can find the small but charming Air France Museum. Air France is Fence’s national airline and has always been hailed as one

Hotel de Ville Paris – Everything you need to know before you go
The Hotel de Ville in Paris is an imposing and grand building a stone’s throw away from The Notre Dame. Many tourists walk past the Hotel De Ville, rushing towards other sites, but I would actually recommend taking your time

Le Palais Royal: Everything you need to know!
Although the Palais Royal isn’t open to the public, this palace in the middle of the city is a favourite hangout spot for many Parisians. The courtyard and the gardens are imposing and the history if this urban palace is

The Sacre-Couer: Everything you need to know!
The Sacré-Coeur is one of my favourite sights in Paris. Ever since I saw the movie La Fabuleuse Destin d’Amelie Poulin, I have loved Montmartre and its hilltop basilica with all my heart. Although the basilica is a real tourist

6 highest rated hotels near Jardin de Tuileries
Jardin de Tuileries is one of the most beautiful parks in Paris. I always enjoyed strolling through the park lanes or basking in the sun on one of the metal chairs near the fountain. When you are looking for a

Jardin de Tuileries Paris – Everything you need to know!
Located in the 1st arrondissement, the Jardin des Tuileries is one of the most popular green spaces in Paris. The park is located between the Louvre and the Champs Elysee, next to the River Seine, so it is easy to

A complete guide to Christmas in Paris – everything you need to know!
I love spending Christmas in Europe. Now I live on the other side of the world, I am actually missing the cosy nights in front of the telly while the wind and rain rage outside. Instead the weeks running up

20 best free things to do in Paris
I love Paris a lot, but I also understand that Paris can be an incredibly expensive city. Especially when you are a first-time visitor and you want to go see all the sites, Paris can put quite a strain on

10 things you should know before taking the ferry to Europe or Great Britain
As a Belgian living in London, I took the ferry every three weeks to visit my parents. My husband and I would drive down to Calais on Friday after work and take the 8PM ferry out to Calais – and

6 highest and best rated hotels in Montmartre Paris
Paris is an amazing city – but it is also massive! As a first timer it can be very hard to figure out where to stay. Would you rather stay near the Eiffel Tower? Or maybe near the Notre Dame?

Your perfect Paris bucket list! 20 things to do when in Paris
Paris is one of my favourite cities in Europe. When I lived in Belgium, Paris was never far away. At a mere 3 hour drive from where I lived, spontanious trips to Paris were never far away. Although I do