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  • Bordeaux City Guide
  • Paris City Guide
  • Rouen City Guide
  • La Rochelle City Guide
  • Champagne Region Guide
  • South of France Region Guide
  • French Riviera Region Guide
  • Provence Region Guide
  • Normandy Region Guide
  • Alsace Region Guide
  • Strasbourg City Guide
  • The Loire Valley
  • Cognac City Guide
  • Carcassonne City Guide
  • The French Alps Region Guide
  • The Narbonne City Guide
  • Poitiers City Guide
  • Angouleme City Guide
  • The Charente Region Guide
  • The Dordogne Region Guide

Bordeaux City Guide

  • French Wine in Crisis During The Current Harvest: The Surprising Slump That Nobody Could Have Predicted

  • Spending 5 Days in Bordeaux? This Free Itinerary is Your VIP Pass to the City

  • 15 Fun Things to Do in Bordeaux in the Summer (some are free)

  • 7 Food Tours In Bordeaux To Tickle Your Taste Buds (Even the Locals Rave About Them)

  • The Bordeaux Market Guide: Where to Find the Freshest Food and Local Finds

  • 9 Fun Facts About Bordeaux, France Beyond Its World Class Wine

  • The 10 Best Museums in Bordeaux to Add to French Your Bucket List

  • The Oldest Boulangerie in Bordeaux; Have Your History & Eat It

  • The Best Chateau Hotels Near Bordeaux: Where Fairytales Meet Reality

  • The Best Hotels In Bordeaux: Budget, Luxury, Spa & Rooftop

  • The Best Bordeaux Beaches And Lakes Within An Hour Of The City

  • 10 Hotels in St Emilion Wine Region: Luxury, Spa & Chateau

  • The Best Saint Emilion Wine Tour at Chateau Ferrand – a local’s opinion

  • Is Bordeaux worth visiting? 15 Reasons Why You Should Go in 2025

  • Is the Bordeaux City Pass worth it for a weekend break?

  • The Wine Map Of Bordeaux Explained With A Locals Tasting Tips

  • The 7 Best Bordeaux Wine Tours & Tastings For All Budgets

  • 10 Day Trips From Bordeaux You Can’t Miss In 2025

  • A Day Out At The Bordeaux Wine Festival In 2024

  • The 7 Best Luxury Hotels in Bordeaux to Add To Your Bucket List in 2025

  • The 7 BEST Places For Wine Tasting In Bordeaux Centre in 2025

  • Bordeaux Wine Museum – What You Need To Know About Cité du Vin

  • How To Spend One Day In Bordeaux: The Perfect Itinerary

  • Is Bordeaux safe? The Essential Safety Travel Guide 2026

  • The 9 BEST Places to Picnic in Bordeaux, France 2026

  • The 5 BEST Chocolate Shops in Bordeaux, France 2026

Paris City Guide

  • Paris’s Best-Kept Impressionist Secret, Musée Marmottan Monet. (Where to Find it and What to See)

  • A Guide to 9 Christmas Markets in Paris You’ll Want to Visit Broken Down by Arrondissement

  • Inside the 5 Grands Magasins of Paris: The Stories Behind the Department Stores That Changed How the World Shops

  • Louis Vuitton’s First Hotel On the Champs Élysées: The Ultimate Luxury Experience Coming to Paris in 2026

  • 7 Historic Streets in Paris Where You Can Still Walk in Medieval Footsteps

  • The Starbucks on Boulevard des Capucines in the Opera District of Paris is Like a Mini Versailles

  • 7 Fun Places to Shop in Paris That Have All the Charm at Half the Price this Christmas

  • 10 Unmissable Spots to See the Christmas Lights in Paris Where the City Weaves Its Festive Spell

  • 7 Ghost Tours in Paris That Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine

  • The Magic of the Champagne Bar at the Top of the Eiffel Tower on New Year’s Eve

  • 7 Paris Cafés to Experience the Best Hot Chocolate and Pastries

  • The Beauty of Versailles in Winter and Why It’s the Best Time to Visit (More Sparkle, Fewer Euros)

  • 15 Spooky Things to Do in Paris This Halloween Season. Sinister Stories and Spooky Adventures Await

  • Climbing the Arc de Triomphe: From Napoleon’s Dream to Paris’s Skyline

  • Monet’s Giverny: Tips for Visiting His House, Gardens, and Village

  • Are Parisians Really That Rude Or Is the Stereotype Totally Wrong?

  • New Art Nouveau Museum to Open in Paris to Celebrate Hector Guimard

  • 7 of the Prettiest Streets in Paris You’ll Want to Walk Again and Again

  • 10 Things You’ll Regret Skipping on the Champs-Élysées

  • The Most Unusual Graves at Père Lachaise: From Fertility Legends to A Man Holding His Wife’s Face

  • 8 Stunning Examples of Art Nouveau Architecture in Paris

  • 5 Fascinating Normandy Day Trips Within 90 Minutes of Paris (plus 5 worth the extra miles)

  • Inside Le Train Bleu: A Paris Restaurant Where History Meets Haute Cuisine

  • 5 Unforgettable Paris Restaurants for a Summer to Remember, Complete With Iconic Views

  • 5 Free Tours in Paris That Show You the City’s Secrets

  • 22 Midnight in Paris Locations, the Woody Allen Movie That Will Whisk You Back to 1920s Paris

  • Why Musée Carnavalet Might Be the Best Museum in Paris (And It’s Totally Free)

  • 10 Paris Scams Every Visitor Should Watch Out For

  • 10 Free Museums in Paris Worth Visiting

  • 3 Day Trips from Paris to Alsace by Train & a Two-Day Itinerary

  • Your Complete Guide to the Best Picnic Spots in Paris Worth Packing a Baguette For

  • 5 Reasons to Visit Musée d’Orsay and How It Outshines the Louvre

  • Tour de France 2025: Montmartre Climbs Into the Spotlight for the First Time

  • 10 Unwritten Rules of Paris Café Etiquette (And Why They Matter)

  • 7 Historic Hotels in Paris That Let You Step Back in Time

  • Where to Find the Most Beautiful Libraries in Paris

  • How Paris Almost Got a Giant Guillotine Instead of the Eiffel Tower

  • The Best Rooftops in Paris for Sunset, Skyline, and Seriously Good Wine

  • The 7 Most Famous Bridges in Paris, Including One That Grants Everlasting Love

  • 10 English Bookstores in Paris You Won’t Want to Miss (+ a hidden gem)

  • 7 Secret Parisian Legends That Aren’t in Your Travel Guide

  • 7 Hidden Gems in Paris You Didn’t Know Existed

  • Follow In the Footsteps of the Famous Residents of Montmartre

  • From Tea Rooms & Bookshops to Hidden History: Why the Latin Quarter Has Me Hooked (And I Never Want to Leave)

  • 5 Paris Cafes Where Artists Argued, Drank Too Much, and Created Masterpieces

  • Inside the Bastille: The Prison So Many Feared and a Few Enjoyed

  • A Parisian Breakdown: What Each Arrondissement Really Feels Like (and Which Ones Locals Love)

  • What to Do in Le Marais: Hidden Gems You’ll Regret Missing

  • How the Louvre Went from Medieval Fortress to the World’s Most Famous Museum

  • Unlocking the Secrets of the Louvre: Insider Tips for an Unforgettable Visit

  • From Guillotines to Ghosts: The Historic Sites in Paris That Shaped History

  • A Walk Up Rue Lepic: The Montmartre Street Where Artists, Windmills, and Café Culture Meet

  • The 10 Most Expensive Hotels in Paris. Which One Would You Pick?

  • The 25 Most Famous Streets In Paris To Visit + Bonus Map!

  • Rue Montorgueil, The Street in Paris That Food Lovers Can’t Miss

  • Pâtisserie Stohrer: The Oldest Bakery in Paris

  • First Time in Paris? Don’t miss these Stunning Eiffel Tower Photo Spots (Most Tourists Miss Them!)

  • The Perfect Paris Itinerary for 3 Days (Great for First-Timers)

  • The Secret Apartment Inside the Eiffel Tower: Fact or Fiction?

  • Cherry Blossom in Paris: When, Where, and How to See It | 20+ Spots

  • The Hidden History Beneath the Streets of Paris

  • Wallace Fountains: The Parisian Landmarks You’ve Seen But Never Noticed

  • Paris in Spring: Where to Find the Magic Beyond the Crowds

  • Boulevard Saint-Germain, One of the Most Famous Streets of Paris

  • 10 Famous Paris Cafes to Add to Your Parisian Bucket List

  • Behind the Doors of Marie Antoinette’s Bedroom at the Palace of Versailles

  • 25 Interesting Facts About Palais Garnier, the Opera House in Paris

  • Did Nicolas Flamel Live in Paris? And was he a real person?

  • Rue Crémieux, the Prettiest Street in Paris

  • The Best Day Trips from Paris: 8 Scenic Getaways To Add To Your French Bucket List

  • One Day In Paris, What Do You Do? Take the Quiz and Find Out!

  • How To Spend 24 Hours in Paris: An Itinerary With A Difference

  • The Best Catacombs Tour Paris With VIP Access in 2025

  • Au Vieux Paris d’Arcole | The Wisteria Covered Restaurant in Paris

  • Rue de L’Abreuvoir: Step Into the Pages of Montmartre’s History Book

  • What To Do In Montmartre And Why It’s A Paris Hotspot

  • The 21 Best Paris Travel Apps For Navigating The City In 2025

  • Everything You Need To Know About a Seine River Cruise

  • Is Versailles Worth Visiting? (Best Ticket Deals in 2025)

  • The BEST Half-Day Versailles Tour from Paris (5 Top Tours)

  • The Paris Bouillon Restaurant Revival & Art Nouveau Decor

  • Where to stay in Paris: Take The Quiz To Find Out

  • How Many Days in Paris Is Enough? 3 Itineraries To Help You Plan

  • Why is Cafe Les Deux Magots famous? A Literary Café In Paris

  • What Time Does the Eiffel Tower Light Up? Sparkle Times & Info

  • Discover The Best Paris Coffee Shops By Arrondissement

  • How To Use The Paris Metro Like A Parisian: First Visit Tips

  • 7 Champagne Tours In Paris For Your Bucket List In 2025

  • The BEST Emily in Paris Locations To Visit In 2025

  • 10 Hidden Covered Passages In Paris You Must See

  • 15 Latin Quarter Paris Restaurants You Have To Try On Your Next Trip

  • 20 Places For Your Paris Bucket List in 2025 (not the obvious ones)

  • The Abbey Bookshop A Hidden Gem In The Latin Quarter Of Paris

  • Odette Tea Room Paris In The Latin Quarter

  • The Best And Easiest Way To Visit Pere Lachaise Cemetery

  • An American Bookstore in Paris | Shakespeare and Company

  • Disneyland Paris To The Eiffel Tower | The Perfect Day Trip

  • This Is Why Paris In March Is So Good: It’s The Best Month To Visit

  • Best Arrondissement To Stay In Paris For a Vacation

  • The Closest Airport to Disneyland Paris And The Best Transfer Options

  • 10 Stunning Paris Carousels To Discover And How To Find Them

  • 12 BEST Hotels In Paris With Balcony You’ll Want to Book in 2025

  • 15 Interesting, Little Known Facts About Marie Antoinette

  • Is It Worth Eating At The Eiffel Tower Restaurant in France?

  • The BEST Way to Spend Valentines Day in Paris in 2024

  • Why is Paris the City of Love (the real story)

  • Is Paris Overrated? Dream Destination or Overhyped Tourist Trap in 2024?

  • 17 Romantic things to do in Paris at Christmas in 2026 (Private Tours)

Rouen City Guide

  • The 5 Best Restaurants in Rouen, Including a Julia Child Favorite

  • The Fascinating History of Rouen in Normandy, France

  • 10 Things To Do In Rouen You Won’t Want To Miss

  • The Best Way to Get from Paris to Rouen by Train (quickly & cheaply)

  • The Story of Joan of Arc in Rouen at the Jeanne d’Arc Museum

  • The Story of the Rouen Clock, Le Gros Horloge de Rouen

  • The 10 BEST Hotels in Rouen for Every Budget in 2025

La Rochelle City Guide

  • 9 Things To Do In La Rochelle For a Long Weekend Straight From a French Postcard

  • Planning a Trip to La Rochelle? Here’s What the Brochures Forget to Mention

  • The 9 Best Beaches in La Rochelle, France 2026

  • Uncover the Fascinating History of La Rochelle On The Atlantic Coast

  • 8 Bed and Breakfasts in La Rochelle, France To Try In 2025

  • A Weekend in Ile d’Oléron | An Hour from La Rochelle

  • Royan France: The BEST Things to See and Do

Champagne Region Guide

  • Champagne Houses in Reims: The Insider’s Guide to France’s Sparkling Capital

  • 17 Champagne Facts And The History of Bubbly in France

  • Champagne Region Tours From Paris: 5 Vineyards To Visit in 2025

  • Champagne Tasting for Beginners: A Guide to Enjoying Bubbly Like a Pro

  • 7 Champagne Tours In Paris For Your Bucket List In 2025

  • 5 Famous Champagne Brands And The Stories Behind Them

  • Top Tips For Visiting The Champagne Region In France, 2025

  • Is champagne only made in France? Bubbly vs Sparkling

  • 9 BEST Luxury Hotels in Champagne France in 2026

South of France Region Guide

  • 7 Villages and Towns in Occitanie to Visit Before You Reach Carcassonne

  • South of France Packing List: Don’t Pack Another Pair of Shoes Until You Read This

  • A 10 Day South of France Itinerary: Lavender Fields, Hilltop Towns, and Coastal Roads

  • The Hilltop City of Béziers in Southern France Stopped Me in My Tracks: Burned to the Ground and Rebuilt

  • Avoid These 7 Rookie Mistakes When Visiting the South of France This Summer

  • Tourist Attractions vs. Local Gems: The South of France You Won’t Find on Instagram Because These Hidden Spots Are Even Better

  • Things to Do in Gordes, France: Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors

  • Roman Roads, Ruins & Relics: 10 Spectacular Sites to Add to Your French Bucket List (Spoiler: They’re Not In Paris)

  • No Tour Buses. No Crowds. Just 10 Hidden Spots in the South of France (Not On Every Instagram Feed)

  • Golden Sands, Turquoise Waters & Hidden Coves: 10 South of France Beaches So Stunning You’ll Want to Book a Trip Now

  • Things To Do in Eze, The Medieval Jewel in the French Riviera Crown

  • Saint-Paul de Vence, a Stunning Hilltop Village in Southern France

  • 7 Hidden Gems in the South of France Off the Tourist Track

French Riviera Region Guide

  • Why Hotel Château Eza is the Most Romantic Hotel on the French Riviera

  • Cassis: The French Riviera Town You’ll Wish You Discovered Sooner

  • Golden Sands, Turquoise Waters & Hidden Coves: 10 South of France Beaches So Stunning You’ll Want to Book a Trip Now

  • Antibes is Famous For Its Grimaldi Connection But Its Stunning Coastal Views and Beaches Will Steal Your Heart

  • The Ultimate French Riviera Road Trip for Those Who Hate Tourist Traps

  • Menton Lemon Festival 2025: What You Need to Know About This Citrus Spectacle

  • Menton, France: Discover the Hidden Gem of the French Riviera

  • 10 Stunning Instagram Spots in Villefranche-sur-Mer To Make Your Feed Pop

  • 15 Breathtaking Stops for the Ultimate French Riviera Roadtrip

  • Things To Do in Eze, The Medieval Jewel in the French Riviera Crown

  • Saint-Paul de Vence, a Stunning Hilltop Village in Southern France

  • 10 Fabulous Things To Do in Grasse On the French Riviera

Provence Region Guide

  • Discover the Village of Les Baux-de-Provence: Fortress, Village, and Carrières des Lumières

  • 8 Markets in Provence That Make You Fall in Love with France

  • How to Explore Provence Without a Car (Yes, It’s Possible!)

  • 7 Stunning Towns in Provence You Can Do on a Day Trip from Avignon

  • The Ultimate Guide to Provence Lavender Fields at Their Peak

Normandy Region Guide

  • Top Tips For Visiting Mont Saint-Michel This Summer

  • 9 Places to Stay in Normandy for Exploring the Region Easily With Minimal Driving

  • 5 Fascinating Normandy Day Trips Within 90 Minutes of Paris (plus 5 worth the extra miles)

  • Honfleur in Northern France the Town That Inspired Artists

  • Why the Island of Mont Saint Michel Is Shrouded in Legend & Mystery

Alsace Region Guide

  • 9 Must-Visit Fairy Tale Christmas Markets in Alsace Perfect for a Magical Winter Escape

  • Colmar and the Alsace Wine Route: What Not to Miss

  • 10 Storybook Towns in France That Feel Straight Out of a Fairytale (One Inspired a Disney Movie)

  • 7 Magical Alsace Villages in France Where You Could Live a Fairytale Retirement

Strasbourg City Guide

  • Christmas in Strasbourg is Like Stepping Into a Hallmark Holiday Movie

  • The 2025 Guide to the Strasbourg Christmas Market and Why It’s Known as the Capital of Christmas

  • 13 Romantic Things to Do in Strasbourg, France in 2024

  • Taking a Day Trip to Strasbourg from Paris: A Local’s Guide

  • Where to stay in Strasbourg for the Christmas Market in 2026

  • 15 BEST Luxury Hotels in Strasbourg, France for travelers in 2026

The Loire Valley

  • 10 Things to Do in the Loire Valley in August for an Unforgettable Trip

  • Inside Château de Chambord: Secrets, Scandals, and a Staircase Like No Other

  • Château d’Amboise: Where Kings Ruled, Plots Unfolded, and Leonardo da Vinci Took His Final Breath

  • The Secrets of Chateau Azay le Rideau: A Royal Retreat with a Fiery Past

  • A Magical French Chateau at Christmas With Fairytale Vibes

  • Why Chateau de Chenonceau Is More Than Just a Castle: Secrets From Inside the Walls!

  • Fontevraud Abbey in the Loire Valley (A Local’s Guide)

Cognac City Guide

  • 12 Things to Do in Cognac That Go Beyond Brandy: Where to Eat, Drink, and Explore

  • Does Cognac come from France and where is Cognac?

Carcassonne City Guide

  • The Magic of Christmas in Carcassonne In a Medieval Citadel That’s Like Stepping Back in Time

  • Carcassonne Ramparts Restored and Open for Visitors Inspiring a New Generation of Travelers

  • Stepping Into a Medieval Movie Set: What Makes Carcassonne So Special?

  • Carcassonne Castle, The Biggest Medieval Fortress In The World

  • The 10 BEST B&B In Carcassonne For Your Vacation In 2025

  • Camping in Carcassonne: The Top 8 Spots for 2025

  • The Story of Carcassonne Cathedral Through History

  • Hotel de la Cité Carcassonne: Medieval Luxury in 2026

The French Alps Region Guide

  • 10 Ski Resorts in the French Alps for Your Bucket List (Après-Ski Included)

  • Where to Find Empty Ski Slopes When You’re Skiing in the French Alps (Secret Spots Nobody Tells You About)

  • Skiing in Courchevel: A Luxury Escape in the Trois Vallées, France (The Celebrity Hideout in the French Alps)

  • Is Chamonix in Winter Really Worth the Hype? Skiing, Scenery, and Secrets of the Gem of the French Alps

  • The Best French Ski Resorts for Beginners Where You Can Learn to Ski in Style Without the Stress

  • The Allure of the French Alps: Why It’s the Winter Wonderland You Can’t Miss

  • 10 BEST Luxury Hotels in Courchevel for 2024

  • Where to stay in Chamonix in Winter, 2026

  • The Best Time To Go Skiing in France: What Most Tourists Get Wrong

  • Does it snow in France? (2026). Discover the BEST places to go.

The Narbonne City Guide

  • 10 Unforgettable Things to Do in Narbonne

  • Narbonne, France: The Roman Colony That Shaped Southern French History

  • Why You Need To Visit Les Halles de Narbonne, the Narbonne Market

  • Donjon Gilles Aycelin, the Jewel in Narbonne’s Crown

Poitiers City Guide

  • What to do in Poitiers: 13 Things to Do in 2025

Angouleme City Guide

  • Isabella of Angouleme: A Tale of Power, Intrigue, and Royalty

  • The Angouleme Comic Festival

  • Things To Do In Angouleme: A Roman City In Southwest France

  • Lunch in Angouleme | Saint Andre Restaurant Review

The Charente Region Guide

  • What Happens During the Grape Harvest in France. Discover the Magic Behind the Process of Fête des Vendanges

  • The Renovation of Chateau Londigny, the Castle of the Knights

  • Why The Fairytale Village Of Verteuil Sur Charente Is A Must-Visit

  • BEST Things To Do in Charente France 2026 (Local’s Tips)

  • The Pretty Charente Village of Mansle | A Hidden Gem in France

  • The 5 BEST Bed and Breakfasts in Charente, France 2026

  • The BEST Things to do in Aubeterre sur Dronne, France 2026

  • Escape to the Chateau in the Charente, France 2026, 5 Must-See Chateaux

  • The BEST 5 Villages in the French Countryside, 2026 (Visit the Charente)

  • The Best Region of Wine in France: The Undiscovered Poitou-Charentes

  • Things to do in Ruffec, France 2026 (Travel Guide)

  • Where to find Fish and Chips in the Charente region of Rural France

  • 3 BEST Things to do in La Rochefoucauld, France 2026

The Dordogne Region Guide

  • 10 Storybook Places to Visit in the Dordogne to Add to Your Bucket List this Summer

  • 10 Unmissable Things to Do in Brantôme, the Venice of Périgord in the Dordogne Region

  • Things to Do in Sarlat: 11 Ways to Experience Its Medieval Magic

  • Sarlat Truffle Festival: A Hidden Gem for Food Lovers

  • 5 Dordogne Châteaux With a Fascinating French History and Home to Legends From the Past

  • Why the Medieval Town of Bergerac in France Should Be on Your French Bucket List

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Bonjour, I'm Kylie 🇫🇷 and I've been living in France since 2016 enjoying rural French life. I've travelled extensively visiting chateaux, wineries and historic towns & villages. Now I'm here to help travellers just like you plan your bucket list French trip.

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