Searching for the best things to do in Beaune? Full of wine, charming architecture, and delightful cuisine, a visit to this Burgundian village is a must. Located only about a 30-minute train ride from Dijon, Beaune is in the heart of Burgundy. Bike to vineyards just outside the city, sip a Burgundy Grand Cru, or …
There are many things to know before visiting Paris for the first time. During my first trip to Paris back in 2012, I can honestly say that I wish I knew then what I do now. But after time spent living in France and traveling to Paris many times, I have some great Paris travel …
Who doesn’t love a road trip? It is always a popular thing to do in the US, but did you know there are some epic France road trips too? While France has a great train system, there are some smaller towns and places that you just can’t get to without a car. Also, going on …
Spending one day in Avignon is always a good idea. Between wandering around the ramparts and historical sites to sitting at a cafe watching the world go by, there are so many wonderful things to do in Avignon in a day. While you could easily spend a lot of time in this unique city, if …
Searching for the ultimate Paris to Versailles day trip itinerary? Luckily, it is easy to plan a Paris day trip to Versailles whether you want to visit on your own or with a tour. The only problem is that it is massive! The whole estate measures 3.147 square miles (just over 5 km), with the …
Visiting the Ochre Trail in Roussillon is otherworldly. I mean, after you visit the lovely town of Gordes with its white and gray limestone buildings, it is a shock to then find the reddish/orange town of Roussillon only about 15 minutes away. Which is why it is a must-stop during your Luberon villages trip. If …
Cassis is a dreamy port town along the French Riviera full of colorful buildings, steep, limestone cliffs, and crystal-clear water. There are so many incredible things to do in Cassis, so when I heard it was called the “poor man’s Saint-Tropez,” I was surprised. This beautiful village is so rich in beauty but had humble …
A 2 day itinerary for Paris may not seem like enough time, but I’m here to show you that it is doable! In fact, my very first visit to Paris was over a weekend! While, I wouldn’t recommend seeing Paris as I did back in 2012, as a whirlwind weekend of museums and monuments, I …
Planning a 4 days in Paris itinerary can certainly be challenging! Between the glittering Eiffel Tower, the sprawling Jardin du Luxembourg, the delicious buttery cuisine, and all those stunning art museums, you could say that there are a LOT of things to do in Paris in 4 days! If you are new to this blog, …
Searching for the best weekend trips from Paris? Paris is a delightful city to explore, but sometimes it is nice to get away from the city and venture to other parts of the country (or continent!). Luckily, thanks to its central location in Europe, you can visit quite a few places as weekend getaways from …