A weekend in Champagne is dreamy. Between the iconic Avenue de Champagne in Epernay and the stunning Reims Cathedral, you’ll fall head over heels for this famous French wine region during your visit. After having visited Champagne last year and this year, I can honestly say that it is definitely worth the hype! There is …
Visiting Champagne is always a good idea. For those who love bubbly and want to immerse themselves in the culture, history, and flavors of this delightful beverage, you know you’ve got to pay a visit to the largest city in the region: Reims. To help you plan the perfect trip, this is the ultimate Champagne …
There are so many incredible day trips from Annecy you could take during your time in this charming alpine city. From exploring the gorgeous lakes and mountains in the surrounding area to even popping over to Geneva for a day, why not take a chance to go on a day trip from Annecy to explore …
Imagine a perfect little hilltop village with stunning stone buildings, charming, cobblestone streets, and even the most adorable weekly market. Chances are, you’re picturing Gordes, France. Gordes is honestly one of the most beautiful towns I’ve visited while traveling around both Provence and France. Between its chateau in the center of the village to the …
The Strasbourg Christmas market is the holiday wonderland of your dreams. Each year, this city, known as the Capital of Christmas, becomes aglow with twinkling lights and dreamy chalets selling anything from local wines to artisan goods. Visiting the Strasbourg Christmas markets is a 5-senses experience. Between the taste of spiced gingerbread, smells of vin …
Visiting the Colmar Christmas market is like stepping into a dreamy winter wonderland. Soft, twinkling lights shine overhead as you smell the sweet scent of vin chaud and pain d’epices. The air even feels electric at night when you can see animated light displays as well as the excitement of the people around you. Colmar …
It is safe to say that I love St-Remy-de-Provence. This town, located in the Alpilles Regional Natural Park, is full of history and charm. So if you’re planning a visit, you’ll love these 15 best things to do in St-Remy-de-Provence, France. I was lucky to spend 2 days in St-Remy-de-Provence during my recent 2-week trip …
Perhaps you’ve already explored the enchanting Christmas markets in Strasbourg and Colmar and want to visit a smaller town for its market. Or maybe you love tiny towns and their charming Christmas markets instead. Either way, you’ll want to add the Kaysersberg Christmas Market to your list! Located in the heart of the Alsace Wine …
If you’re searching for a really unique Christmas market to enjoy, then you’ve got to check out the Ribeauville Christmas Market. This is no ordinary holiday market in the Alsace; this is the Ribeauville Medieval Market. Yes, for two weekends in December, you have the chance to see people dressed up as knights, peasants, etc. …
Located in the heart of the Alsatian Wine Route amongst lovely vineyards is the Riquewihr Christmas Market. This quaint Medieval town may be small, but it certainly is mighty with its Christmas market and wine. So once you’ve explored the Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Colmar, and even smaller towns like Obernai, Kaysersberg, or Ribeauville, you …