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July 2017
 Oyster treat in Languedoc
Exploring France
July 12, 2017
The Tarbouriech family produces succulent pink oysters. On the shores of the Thau lagoon, the Saint Barth restaurant is a lovely place to taste them.
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May 2017
 Fragonard’s flayed figures
Around Paris
May 20, 2017
One of the most astonishing museums in France is hidden in Paris suburbs behind the walls of the Veterinary School of Maisons-Alfort. Devoted to anatomy and zoology, it houses monstrosities as well as[...]
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 Dolphins count
News
May 14, 2017
Do you want to spend your vacations helping to preserve the Planet ?... The French association Cybelle Planète offers you to board 7 days Mediterranean cruises as an eco volunteer to participate in a[...]
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April 2017
 Lot of Saveurs
Lifestyle
April 27, 2017
From June 30th to July 2nd, the town of Cahors beats to the rhythm of southwest France gastronomy and regional products. Banquets, tastings, cooking courses and debates come one after another in a fes[...]
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Mars 2017
 France's Catalan Wines
Wine Tourism
Mars 01, 2017
Roussillon, a Catalan region of France, is home to the appellations Côtes du Roussillon, Collioure, Maury and Côtes Catalanes. Encompassing a patchwork of micro-terroirs, they produce a wide range of [...]
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February 2017
 Art Deco and crystal hotel
Lifestyle
February 24, 2017
Crystal company Lalique turned its founder’s villa into a lavish boutique hotel boasting a starred restaurant. A cozy retreat furnished and decorated with Lalique pieces.
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 Tank Museum
Week-ends in Europe
February 24, 2017
West of Portsmouth, in Dorset, a museum houses hundreds of armored vehicles and tanks including rare models. One of the world largest collections of this kind and it’s even possible to drive some of t[...]
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December 2016
 Aubusson, a gold standard in tapestry
Exploring France
December 30, 2016
Since centuries, some of the world finest tapestries are produced in Aubusson. About twenty workshops and manufactures perpetuate this traditional know-how and the Cité de la tapisserie’s museum recou[...]
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 Crémant d'Alsace turns forty
Wine Tourism
December 10, 2016
The choice of Crémants d'Alsace is wider than ever. Now, these reasonably priced sparkling wines can be served as an aperitif and paired with many dishes.
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 Nectars from Languedoc
Wine Tourism
December 15, 2016
An increasing number of top quality wines are produced in Languedoc. Here is a selection of some of them coming from well established wineriesn and up and coming ones.
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 Pic Saint-Loup, a new well-deserved AOC
Wine Tourism
December 07, 2016
Last born of Languedoc’s AOC, the appellation Pic Saint-Loup is located near Montpellier. Wines are produced by three cooperative cellars and some sixty independent winemakers. Haut-Lirou estate is a [...]
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 Wines in accordance with nature
Wine Tourism
December 13, 2016
Biodynamic wines are not only produced without using chemical fertilizers and pesticides but also following natural cycles of nature and the moon phases. Here is our selection of wines from producers [...]
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 Cross country skiing galore
Bargains
December 20, 2016
The Rhône Alpes region offers a “Nordic Pass” giving unlimited access to over 5000 cross country ski tracks of 76 ski resorts situated in six departments : Ardèche, Drome, Isère, Loire, Savoie and Hau[...]
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November 2016
 A hut in Paris
Lifestyle
November 07, 2016
The 9 Hotel Montparnasse comprises a suite set up in a wooden hut situated in its inner courtyard. A bit of countryside atmosphere in the heart of Paris.
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 Madeira, island of eternal spring
Travel Abroad
November 21, 2016
A mere three and a half hours by plane from Paris, Madeira is a volcanic island dotted with breathtaking scenery and luxuriant vegetation. This destination can be visited all year round and boasts cha[...]
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