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The very best small group tours of Brittany

Join one of the very best small group tours of Brittany to discover an ancient land, rich in medieval history and Celtic traditions, a unique region, proud of its identity, brimming with art and culture, lively towns and cities, pickled in the past villages, and boasting a rich and distinctive cuisine. A tour with Best

A day in Montreuil-sur-Mer

Montreuil-sur-Mer (35 miles from Calais), is overflowing with timeless Gallic charm and festooned with flowery window boxes. Its cobbled streets are lined with magnificent monuments and the views from the ancient ramparts are spectacular. The town makes for a great day trip from Calais, weekend destination, or overnight stay if you’re travelling to or from

Discover the Drôme Rhone-Alpes

Discover the Drôme – the unspoiled, unknown part of southern France. Rich in culture and history, parts of it feel like a more tranquil and rather nostalgic part of Provence with lavender fields galore. Discover the gastronomic city of Valence, the most extraordinary sites and monuments, castles, historic villages, steep vineyards, chocolate heaven, gorgeous gardens and

Top Tips for running a successful gîte business in France

Have you ever dreamed of working from home, renting out a gîte in France? Given the fabulous French properties on offer, running a holiday business seems like an easy route to life in France, especially as you don’t need particular qualifications, or even fluent French to get started. However, there’s a lot more to hospitality

The Beaujolais Châteaux Wine Route

Beguiling Beaujolais is a place to unwind, enjoy the stunning countryside and visit enchanting castles to sip divine wines says Janine Marsh as she follows the Beaujolais Châteaux Wine Route… Beaujolais Châteaux Wine Route There is an old saying that goes “three great rivers flow into Lyon – Saône, Rhône and Beaujolais wine.” It’s just

The Good Life France Magazine Winter 2025 issue

Bonjour and welcome to the latest issue of The Good Life France Magazine. It’s totally free to read – and share: The Good Life France Magazine Winter 2025 There’s something magical about France in the colder months. Streets shimmer with fairy lights, boulangeries tempt with the scent of spiced pastries, and villages seem to sigh