The Paris Opera, an institution that dates back over 350 years, is one of the City of Light’s greatest cultural attractions. A reputation of this calibre calls for a location that reflects its importance. That’s why Paris isn’t home to just one but two Opera Houses, both of which are …
Here’s what makes Cassis the place to be in the South of France. The stretch of French Riviera between Saint-Tropez and Nice, our childhood playground, is the most sought-after summer destination in France. But the side west of Saint-Tropez, towards Marseille, is a lesser-known part of the French Riviera and …
One of our favorite towns in the Provence is Cassis. This French Riviera gem is tucked away between Marseille and Toulon, far away from the famous strip of tourist magnets between Nice and St Tropez. In spite of the many day trippers, Cassis still feels pretty authentic, especially when you …
Planning a trip to France or looking to learn more about the largest country in Europe? Then you’ve come to the right place. France’s rich history and natural diversity make it one of the most popular European countries to visit. Many French landmarks are located in the capital city and …
It may not be the crown jewel of the South of France but Marseille has always been one of the country’s most important cities. Not only is the second largest, it’s also the oldest city in France, founded by the Greeks in 600 B.C. Marseille was immortalized during the French …
The French Riviera’s peninsula town of St-Tropez has a reputation of being the preferred summertime playground for the jet-set. The former fishing village became a celebrity-magnet after Brigitte Bardot’s appearance in the 60’s movie And God Created Woman (or, in French: Et Dieu… créa la femme). It made St-Trop the place …
A 4-day Paris itinerary allows you to visit the city’s most iconic monuments and art museums but also to soak up the atmosphere… and eat plenty of macarons. While two-day Paris itineraries seem to be very popular, there’s only so much you can see in just a weekend. So, either …
If there’s one day trip to add to your Paris itinerary, then it’s a visit to Versailles. This countryside escape to one of the most famous landmarks in France is the perfect activity to complement your exploration to the bustling City of Lights. Visiting Versailles does require some planning, simply because there’s …
About three years ago we first visited Versailles, one of the most famous landmarks of France, on a day trip. It was then, as we were leaving through the Grille de la Reine, that we noticed the gorgeous Trianon Palace Versailles, a Waldorf Astoria hotel. As a notorious hotel geek, …
Now that you know where our love for family-friendly luxury hotels comes from, it’s time to use it to your advantage. For this post, we’ve put together a list of gorgeous family-friendly luxury resorts in the Mediterranean that are high on our Clan’s bucket list. This gorgeous coastline is the place …
