Travel France like a local & Europe like a friend
Travel France like a local & Europe like a friend
Explore the best things to do in Dinan, Brittany, with my one-day walking route, medieval streets, Rue du Jerzual, port, castle and boat trip.
A Full Guide to Dinan, Brittany & The Walking Route I’d Do Again Read More »
Plan your trip with this Brittany travel guide, including where to stay, what to see, when to visit, costs, tides and practical tips.
Brittany Travel Guide – Everything I Learned on our roadtrip Read More »
Choosing where to stay in Paris for Christmas is more about the right neighbourhood than about the best hotel. Here is my full list, after an yearly trip in the last 10 years!
Where to Stay in Paris at Christmas Read More »
Plan the perfect visit to the Colmar Christmas Market in Alsace. Here’s how to make the most of your time, skip the stress, and find the most photogenic spots.
A Magical Day at the Colmar Christmas Market | What to See, Eat & Photospots Map Read More »
Discover the best things to do in Saint-Malo, from the ramparts and beaches to hidden gems, plus what’s worth your time and what to skip.
Best Things to Do in Saint-Malo (What’s Worth It, and What Isn’t) Read More »
Plan the perfect 14-day Brittany itinerary through historic towns, dramatic coastlines and local food, with practical tips from my own road trip.
14-Day Brittany Itinerary, My Two-Week Road Trip Read More »
Discover the enchanting Versailles Fountain Shows by night in 2025! Experience illuminated gardens, musical fountains, and spectacular fireworks at the Palace of Versailles. Find tickets, dates, and insider tips.
Experience Versailles Fountain Shows by Night: A Magical Evening at the Palace Read More »
Discover the magnificent Château de Chambord, the Loire Valley’s most iconic castle. Did you know you can rent a boat?
Taking the train in France is easy, at least during “normal” times. By “normal” times I mean those times when it’s not hoo hot, there are no strikes and no snow in view. It’s those tensed weeks of the year when the train journey becomes more triky. There’s a particular kind of silence that falls
Tips for taking the train in France, when it’s too hot or when it snows Read More »
Discover a quieter side of the French Riviera with this 7-day itinerary featuring Cassis, the Estérel, Saint-Tropez, and local recommendations you won’t find everywhere.
7 Day French Riviera Itinerary: The Lesser-Known Coast from Marseille to Cannes Read More »
Thinking about canoeing under Château de Chenonceau? Learn where to rent, which route to choose, what to expect and the mistakes I’d avoid after my own trip.