France at its Electric Best: Advice from Australia
We'd planned a grand European adventure in 2020, but Covid killed it. So when the borders reopened we reactivated for 2022.
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01, 2023
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09, 2016
Off the beaten track in France: discover the imperial city of Compiègne
Compiègne just outside Paris will leave you thoroughly enchanted. It's steeped in history and a natural beauty
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11, 2015
French Mediterranean gardens: a garden tour across southern France – part 2
Ronnie continues her tour of French Mediterranean gardens in Provence, exploring the cypresses, stony paths and subtle textures of Le Clos Pascal and La Louve.
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10, 2015
French Mediterranean gardens: a garden tour across southern France – Part 1
Ronnie takes us off the beaten track on a tour of Mediterranean gardens in southern France. Here she explores the extraordinarily biodiverse dry garden Pépinière Filippi, as well as the luxurious Les Confines.
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09, 2015
Almost off the beaten track in France: discovering Saint-Rémy de Provence
Here Janelle reveals the best kept secrets of the picturesque ancient village of Saint-Rémy de Provence, once home to Vincent Van Gogh.
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09, 2015
Looking through the windows: how to read a French gothic cathedral – Part 4
Here we take a closer look at what can be found inside French gothic cathedrals, and what secrets they reveal.
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09, 2015
Paris in September – what’s on?
Even though the days are getting shorter, Paris in September is still full of life. Why not learn to draw, savour some French cuisine or relax to some jazz?
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08, 2015
Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence: a painter’s pilgrimage
Follow the footsteps of Paul Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence, where the French painter drew the inspiration for some of his most famous works.
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08, 2015
Off the beaten track in France: discovering Sancerre
The picturesque medieval village of Sancerre, found on the edge of the Loire Valley, provides a taste of French culture that is well worth experiencing.
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07, 2015
Paris in August – what’s on?
From starry nights to street art, Paris in August is busier than ever. Find out what's on - there's sure to be something for everyone!
