Posted on 28 July 2015
The legendary Loire Valley isn’t just about chateaux – enjoy outdoor activities and cultural visits to suit all age groups. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton. Continue Reading...
Posted on 27 July 2015
Coastal county of the Poitou-Charente region, Charente Maritime offers an irresistible mix of sea, sand and stunning countryside. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton. Continue Reading...
Home of gastronomy and great restaurants, France also has dozens of sugary specialties. From candied chestnuts to Calissons we take a tour of France’s top ten traditional sweets and find out where to taste them.
Tucked between the Atlantic Ocean and the Loire, the department of Vendée offers all the elements of the perfect family holiday. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton.
An established favourite with British holidaymakers, Brittany extends an open invitation to ‘Be Breizh’ … Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton.
Beautiful beaches and family facilities combine with history and culture in sunny Languedoc-Roussillon. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton.
The department of Calvados includes lush countryside, historic towns, and some of the best sandy beaches in Normandy. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton.
Sandy shores and shady forests make Aquitaine the perfect choice for outdoor enthusiasts. Pictures and words by Gillian Thornton.
Browsing among the treasures on offer at the local flea market is undoubtedly one of the great pleasures of holidays in France. We asked bargain hunter ANGELA YOUNGMAN to tell us about her favourite flea markets.
You never know just what is hidden on one of the many tables that appear in market squares and streets [...]
Do you remember games of blind man’s bluff in the schoolyard and firing marbles as the evening sun sets? It seems that a generation of parents have forgotten the rules to the outdoor games of their youth and children are responding by staying indoors.
Brittany has a rich repertoire of myths and folk legends, visiting the places where these adventures took place is a fantastic way to entertain the family while holidaying. Many Breton tales share their roots with Celtic folklore so characters should be familiar to all.
It’s not only myths which give pizzazz to Brittany, if your family [...]
Are you still looking for a summer-time family holiday to France? Take advantage of these late deals from siblu and you could be watching a deadly duel in the Loire Valley or a classical concert on the sands of Charente Maritime.
