Tweet Official Government statement released on 12 June on Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs website. Given the improved health situation in France and in Europe and in accordance with the recommendations announced yesterday by the European Commission, at midnight … Continue reading →
Tweet Following government guidance, Drifters Waterways Holiday operators, who between them offer over 550 self-drive narrowboats for hire, from 45 bases across England, Wales and Scotland, are planning to restart their holidays on 4 July. Self-drive narrowboat holidays provide … Continue reading →
Tweet Eurostar is to allow all passengers to change their tickets up to 14 days before departure with no additional fees. Its new flexible fares, on sale from today, start at £39 each way. The new policy will apply to … Continue reading →
TweetEuropean Waterways to Launch 2020 Hotel Barge Cruising Season On July 12 as Europe Begins Reopening Borders to Visitors European Waterways’ Finesse (above), cruising Burgundy, is among the luxury hotel barges launching their 2020 cruise season that includes 20% Off Charters on Select … Continue reading →
Tweet © Feel good studio / Adobe Stock — Lavender fields surround the village of Sault, perched on its rocky outcrop. From Vaucluse to Drôme, the beloved lavender fields are among the most beautiful landscapes in Provence. They are the … Continue reading →
Tweet Original Travel is launching a series of ways to create ‘travel bubbles’ to protect British travellers when they start holidaying again, starting with a new collection of road trips departing from the UK. The collection launches with a portfolio of self-drive itineraries from the UK to France, using Eurotunnel and covering, among others, Brittany and … Continue reading →
Tweet © Dominique VIET – CRT Occitanie — Since 1994, the Atelier Bleu de Lectoure has been bringing pastel back into fashion. The flowers are yellow, but it robed kings in royal blue throughout the Renaissance! Known since Antiquity for … Continue reading →
Tweet European Waterways Inspires ‘Virtual Wanderlust’ in New Series Exploring Hotel Barge Cruising Routes in France and Scotland Armchair Excursions Immerse Viewers in the History, Culture and Cuisine of Europe European Waterways is looking to inspire “virtual wanderlust” with the launch … Continue reading →
Tweet © Jesse — Imposing, magical, the Château de Chenonceau. “Grow your own garden,” once wrote Voltaire. Let’s follow this recommendation literally (and figuratively)! While waiting to be able to walk along the paths of the most beautiful French gardens, … Continue reading →
Tweet Brittany Ferries says it has now established plans to resume services and is raring to go, once it gets permission from authorities. In the latest message to passengers, CEO Christophe Mathieu said: “There’s no doubt that holiday plans are … Continue reading →
Tweet Passengers entering the UK from France will be exempt from new UK quarantine plans, in a reciprocal agreement between the two countries. Boris Johnson confirmed widespread reports the Government will bring in the 14-day quarantine rule for visitors into … Continue reading →
Tweet As we’re all currently seeing a lot more of the inside of our homes than perhaps we’d like, we may all be finding new, imaginative ways of spending our free time. Perhaps you’re daydreaming about past trips to … Continue reading →
Tweet If the view from your window is getting stale, embark on a virtual tour of France. From north to south, here are some views across the different regions. NORMANDY Claude Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny are usually quite … Continue reading →
Tweet Dedicated to the art of magical chocolate confections since founder Robert Linxe opened the first boutique on rue du Faubourg-St.Honoré in 1977, La Maison du Chocolat has grown into a global family of boutiques including several in New York. Chef Nicolas Cloiseau, … Continue reading →
Tweet Emerald Waterways Pairs with Wine Educator Sarah Looper for a Wine Themed River Cruise Through Provence Book By March 31 to Receive Free or Reduced Round Trip Air to France River cruises on the Rhône sail through some of … Continue reading →
TweetHow To Explore France in VIP-Style, Without Crowds With its capital Paris, nicknamed the city of love, France itself is no stranger to a little romance. From the romantic allure of its idyllic villages, to its charming coastlines and candlelit bistros, … Continue reading →
TweetTraveling by train has long been the most rewarding way to discover Europe, with the continent’s railways bestowing generations of travelers with cherished memories of scenic—and romantic—journeys. For many, the train travels in Europe have become just as beloved as … Continue reading →
TweetBest of Japan Starting at $2,639 The land of the rising sun has quickly become one of the world’s most booming tourism spots. One of the most modern, technologically advanced destinations in the world, Japan boasts an ancient history, with … Continue reading →
Tweet Corsican Places is offering holiday savings to coincide with Bastille Day celebrations in Calvi on July 14th. Providing a real French experience, the popular seaside town on Corsica’s north west coast will host an impressive firework display shot … Continue reading →
Tweet Discover Adventure is an adventure travel company that provides trekking and cycling challenges here in the UK and across the world. We are coming into our 26th year of business this year and have most recently won GOLD … Continue reading →
