April 20, 2012 | Justine | Art and Culture, Beaches, Family and Fun, Travel Interests | No Comments
Summer is fast approaching, so where will you be when the dog days finally arrive? If you are planning on traveling to (or sticking around) Europe, then look no further than France. The most stylish country on the planet is a favorite summer destination for regular travelers, backpackers and luxury travelers alike, and don't be surprised to glimpse even a celebrity or two while you're there! S... [read more]
TAGS: Aix-en-Provence, Biarritz, Languedoc, summer travel April 19, 2012 | Justine | Destinations, Marseille, Nightlife, Travel Interests | No Comments
Nightclubs, cafes and bars might seem like an recent invention, but as longe as there have been cities and towns, there have been places where people could go out for a drink, a chat or some music and dance. And seeing as Marseille is officially the oldest city in France, we can safely assume that it has had plenty of practice at building up an exciting nightlife. Add the fact that Marseille i... [read more]
TAGS: bars, clubs, nightclubs, pubs April 12, 2012 | admin | Luxury, Paris | No Comments
Paris is full of amazing... everything, from museums to parks, from bridges to small cafes, the city of Love seduces everyone who ever saw it. What I love, maybe most, are the buildings, the individual and yet, genuinely and unmistakably Parisian buildings with their elegance, style and grace.And as buildings also have insides - yes, what a discovery - let us talk about some that you can ... [read more]
TAGS: accommodation, Champs Elysee, hotels, luxury hotels 
Summer is fast approaching, so where will you be when the dog days finally arrive? If you are planning on traveling to (or sticking around) Europe, then look no further than France. The most stylish country on the planet is a favorite summer destination for regular travelers, backpackers and luxury travelers alike, and don't be surprised to glimpse even a celebrity or two while you're there! Summer in France can be calm and laid back or chaotic and fun, depending on where you travel. But eve... [read more]
Nightclubs, cafes and bars might seem like an recent invention, but as longe as there have been cities and towns, there have been places where people could go out for a drink, a chat or some music and dance. And seeing as Marseille is officially the oldest city in France, we can safely assume that it has had plenty of practice at building up an exciting nightlife. Add the fact that Marseille is a port city and sailors have reputation for knowing how to have fun, and you can already guess tha... [read more]
Paris is full of amazing... everything, from museums to parks, from bridges to small cafes, the city of Love seduces everyone who ever saw it. What I love, maybe most, are the buildings, the individual and yet, genuinely and unmistakably Parisian buildings with their elegance, style and grace.And as buildings also have insides - yes, what a discovery - let us talk about some that you can actually live in, namely, my top 3 luxury hotels in Paris. There are so many beautiful hotels in the... [read more]
Marseille is the oldest city in France, so for history hunters and lovers of old places, there is no better destination than Marseille. Of course, Marseille has its newer parts too (which can be quite interesting as well), but if you stick to the old port, you will be surrounded by all the historic charm you need. The Old Port has been the natural port of Marseille since the Antiquity, when the city was already an important port on the Mediterranean. This corner of the city is one of its mos... [read more]
Long before it became famous for its WWII battles, Normandy has been one of the most famous and perhaps least understood corners of France. Since the early Middle Ages, Normandy has been the site for historical events that changed the shape of European history, it has been home to some of the most celebrated artists in France, and last but not least, the place where some of the most incredible natural wonders of France can be found. Wherever you go in Normandy, every little town or village w... [read more]
Paris's cafe culture is one of the most interesting parts of the city's identity, and one that you can hardly escape. Small cafes dot the Parisian landscapes like flowers in a field, providing refuge from rainy weather and snow in the colder months, and a spot of shade and a cool drink in the heat of summer. Paris is famous for its pavement cafes, its literary cafes, and dark, smoky cafes where all the customers know each other by name. Most Parisians have their favorite corners for an after... [read more]
Marseille, France's premier port city, one of the oldest settlements in the country and the setting of various important historical events, is one of the brightest gems of the French riviera, and not just because it has great food and lovely weather. Travelers who like to get some sightseeing done will have their work cut out for them in Marseille, the city where tourist attractions small and large lurk behind every corner. Even if you don't know the first thing about Marseille, just taking ... [read more]
Paris is touted as France's cultural melting pot, but in truth the title of the oldest and most diverse city in France can easily go to Marseille. Ever since the city was founded by Greeks in 600 BC, Massalia, or present day Marseille has been a mix and match of nationalities and cultures from all over Europe. Today, Marseille is strongly Provençal Popularity, but with many North African and other influences, as befitting a bustling port city where ships dock from all over the world. And in... [read more]
Provence is mild in winter, fresh and fragrant in spring and blazing in wild colors in autumn, but it's in summer that this picturesque part of France is really at its best. Summer is the season when Provence is pervaded with the smell of lavender and ripening grapes, and if you don't mind the often scorching Mediterranean sun, spending your summer months in Province is the best holiday anyone could wish for. But it's not just sweet idleness and rural tranquility in southern France this time... [read more]
Paris is famous for being the most romantic place on the planet, but once you arrive in the French capital, where exactly should a romantic go? Granted, there are so many romantic spots in Paris (some of them known only to locals) that you can't even start to count, but like all cities, even Paris has its non-romantic spots. The industrial parts of the city and the banlieues are to be avoided if you are longing for that stomach-fluttering, heart-quickening romantic atmosphere, but there are ... [read more]
