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It is a historical delight to discover and explore some of France’s remaining walled cities. Amazingly, these relics have lasted through the centuries and take you back through history.

Le Chateau-d’Oleron has a fortress in surprisingly good condition and a triangular citadel where you can visit the watch tower, arsenal and underground chapel. The citadel was built on the remains of a 12th century castle. The four tower bastions in the town wall were completed in 1703, and access to the city was through two gates.

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South of the hustle and bustle of big-city Paris, sits the lush Loire Valley, with its rolling river hillside, welcoming culture, medieval hamlets and must-see chateaux. The chateaux of the Loire Valley illustrate the incredible history and imagination of the best minds in Europe. Along the Loire River wine country from Chambord to Tours discover fortress residences displaying the best in Renaissance and Enlightenment architecture. Some even feature designs and inventions by Leonardo da Vinci. Chateau (more…)

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So you’ve been browsing with your clear internet service trying to book the perfect flight to France and now that you have found it, you think that you can take a break from the planning. Unfortunately, there is a lot more that goes into preparing for that trip to France and you need to cover as many contingencies as possible in order to make sure you have a decent and enjoyable trip. For starters, you are going to want to pick up a French travel book that covers some of the best tourist attractions in the area – you want to make sure you know where you are going. You will also want to brush up on some basic French and there are a number of services both in bookstores and online that can help you get better acquainted with the language of love. Another thing you will want to invest in is a good pair of walking shoes. While there is no shortage of public transportation, some of the best sights in France are the ones off the beaten path and you will want to get out of the tour bus to get a good look at these up close and personal.

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Rivers and waterways line up all along France and one of the greatest ways to see it is by a barge. That’s right. Several cruise lines run tours or you could rent a boat from some of the companies to make your trip more enjoyable.
Designed for your utmost comfort, these river barges have the supreme cuisine for you to enjoy while you discover the exquisiteness and wonders of the countryside. The ambiance that is created on these river barges is to make certain you get all (more…)

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Although good food and wine can be found in all regions of France, some regions are popular even outside France. One of the most iconic wine areas of France is Bordeaux. Bordeaux is a region that surrounds the city of Bordeaux. This region is known for producing for top-quality red wines.The cuisine in the area is influenced by both the countryside and the nearby Atlantic. Bordeaux is the top producing wine region in France.

Another region known for it’s wine and cuisine is Burgundy. Burgundy, also known as the C (more…)

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Enjoying the pleasures of shopping for and buying french champagne is every wine drinkers dream. Finding a great french wine to drink at a social occasion can be a dream come true. By adequately preparing to shop for and buy french wine you can be ensured that it is a positive and pleasant experience.
You probably won’t find the wine your looking for at your local liquor or grocery store. While cheaper french champagne may be available at these locations, shops that specialize in wine will have a much more (more…)

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France is magical. Anyone who has been to France will tell you it is one of the most enchanting and beautiful places on the planet. There are many things to do in France. You can hike. You can eat and drink like a king. You can swim in rivers, lakes, or the oceans. You can ride on trains. You can explore history. One of the most enchanting things to do in France, however, is to enjoy the art museums. (more…)

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