For many of us May is the most beautiful month of the year. It is the time of the year when temperature is already warm, but not hot, the flowers and trees are blooming and everyone wants to escape in nature. In case you would like to visit France this May, I have another option for you. Instead of getting out in nature (or besides) why not attend a great French festival?The French love the festivals and they really know how to celebrate. There are great events and festivals all roun... [ read more ]
Are you planning to spend your Easter vacation in France? If you would like to find out a few information about Easter traditions in France before traveling, you’ve found the right article. Below I will present you some facts relating to Easter traditions, traditional food, Easter games and religious ceremonies.France is predominantly a Roman Catholic country. Thus, the significance of Easter, the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and His resurrection is commemorated all over the country. Ch... [ read more ]
Are you a fan of festivals willing to visit France this spring? I have good news for you! I’ve found the best and most fantastic spring festivals and events in France which I will present you below. Whether you visit France during March, April or May, you will notice that there are several spring festivals held all over the country.French people love their festivals and you should also join them while celebrating music, dance or even food. Whatever your preferences are, you will surely fin... [ read more ]
If you would like to spend your Christmas in a foreign country, France is the perfect choice. Besides the fantastic Christmas markets and events, the traditional dishes are also spectacular. If you would like to find out which are the best traditional Christmas dishes in France, all you have to do is to read the following article. Some of the delicious dishes are the following: the smoked salmon, the foie gras, the bûche de Noël, the “thirteen desserts”, the kouglof and so on. If you w... [ read more ]
Will you spend your Christmas in Paris or maybe just a couple of days during December? Well, if the answer is “yes”, I suggest you not to miss to visit at least one of the most popular Christmas markets in Paris. A visit to a Parisian Christmas market is undoubtedly a memorable experience. The festive atmosphere fills all the beautifully decorated stands. You can buy perfect gifts for your loved ones. You can also buy gorgeous Christmas tree decorations for your tree. Besides, there are ... [ read more ]
La Barben is a beautiful village situated in South France, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. The village is famous for its fantastic zoo and beautiful castle. The castle used to house great Halloween events. If you or your kids love to celebrate Halloween, La Barben is the perfect place to go. Besides the Halloween party, you can also visit the castle and the fantastic zoo of La Barben. Your children will surely adore it! Besides, the village is set in lush countryside. You can make relaxin... [ read more ]
Autumn has arrived, but the weather is still fine. It is the perfect time to organize a holiday to France! Provence, one of the most beautiful regions of France has so many things to offer to the visitors. Besides the fantastic cultural and natural attractions of Provence, there are also numerous things to do here. Some of these are the fantastic fall festivals which are held in the region. These festivals include the following: the Ventoux Nature Flavours, the Soup Festival held in Vaison la ... [ read more ]
Visiting France on your holiday? It is the best choice! France has a rich natural and cultural heritage. After visiting some of its natural beauties, Paris or other gorgeous cities of the country or the fantastic resorts, don’t forget about the events and frenetic festivals of France! The French love the festivals! Join them and explore the traditional and modern festivals, local events or celebrations. From music- to film festivals, from medieval- to gastronomical festivals, from sport- to ... [ 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 ]
Although Mardi Gras is more famous as the boisterous and debauched carnival celebrated in New Orleans and other places in the New World, its origins are much tamer, and they can be traced back to...France. Fat Tuesday celebrations were spread all over the world by French colonists, and as the centuries went by they stuck and morphed into something completely different. Visitors to France might be surprised by how different Mardi Gras is in France -it might as well be a completely different h... [ read more ]
