France is a country with which nearly any traveler has a friendship. Often dreams of the pleasures of living are shown by the endless cafés, picturesque villages, and world-famous gastronomy.
Some come to follow the direction of the great French thinkers, authors, and musicians, or to immerse themselves in the beautiful language of the world. Others are also attracted to the country’s geological diversity, with its long coastlines, vast mountain ranges, and spectacular views of the countryside.
Besides my home country, Romania, France is probably the second on the list of places I visited the most, especially after I relocated to the Var.
France isn’t cheap, especially when compared to Romania and other countries from Eastern Europe or the Balkans. But it has a lot to offer beyond the major cities. If you go out into the countryside or to smaller towns close to popular travel destinations, you’ll see that it’s possible to discover France even while on a budget.
Speaking of the popular travel destinations in France, the major ones, in alphabetical order, are Lyon, Marseille, Nice, and Paris (the capital).
Paris is everywhere. And yet it is not the most beautiful place France has to show. This country is so beloved that many of us are already planning to visit France on our first getaway to Europe when we can travel safely again. But you shouldn’t just visit Paris. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Cote d’Azur, and from the Alps to the Channel Islands, here are 5 enchanting places away from Paris that deserve your attention and that, perhaps, will make you reconsider your love for the French capital. 1. Dijon In the capital of Burgundy, it is almost …
Skiing in France offers some of the best Alpine terrain in Europe, from high altitude giants in the French Alps to quiet family resorts across Savoie and the Southern Alps. This guide helps you choose the best ski resorts in France, understand snow reliability, compare lift pass prices and plan a smooth France ski vacation. You learn when to go, where to stay, how to keep costs low and how to pick resorts for beginners, families or advanced skiers. Use this resource to explore the full range of French Alps skiing and build your ideal winter trip.
The sun was just beginning to cast its golden hue over the horizon as we set sail from Cannes on the 25th of June, 2020. The gentle hum of the boat’s engine as we left the port, the soft lapping of the waves against the hull, and the distant cries of seagulls created a symphony of sounds that signaled the start of an unforgettable journey. As the iconic silhouette of Cannes faded into the distance, the vast expanse of the azure Mediterranean Sea lay ahead, beckoning us with promises of adventure and discovery. From the very first moment, the French …
Want to visit Cannes by boat? I sailed from Saint-Raphaël to Vieux Port de Cannes aboard Puzzle, passing Cap Dramont, Île d’Or, and the red Estérel coast along the Corniche d’Or. We moored in the busy harbor, ate aboard, and explored Le Suquet after dark. This firsthand Cannes sailing guide covers berth reservations, marina arrivals, waterfront walks, and overnight stops. I also explain anchoring near the Îles de Lérins and boat excursions for visitors without a sailboat. You’ll get practical advice grounded in our trip, including the Cannes beachfront walk we mistakenly thought was La Croisette on our first visit.
