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Let the train take the strain in France

As the price of fuel escalates and with rising hire car fees, more and more visitors to France are looking for a different way to travel and Janine Marsh explores the options for those who want to leave the car behind. The state-owned rail network SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer makes travel across

Winter in Provence – dreamy not sleepy!

Gone are the summer crowds and the chirping cicadas, instead winter in Provence brings a soft sunshine to the cobbled streets of enchanting villages and to street markets where the aroma of truffles fills the air. Winter in Vaucluse is all about authenticity and charm says Janine Marsh. Pernes-Les-Fontaines My journey began in medieval Pernes-les-Fontaines,

The Loire châteaux at Christmas

From the end of November to the start of January, seven of the most famous châteaux of the Loire Valley get dressed up in their Christmas finery – think gilded grandeur and garlands. If castles wore ball gowns – this is what they would look like says Janine Marsh. And if you love Christmas and

Cruise of the Christmas villages and markets of Alsace

Is there anywhere more christmassy? asks Janine Marsh as she takes a spectacularly festive cruise of the Christmas villages and markets of Alsace along the Rhine Canal – the answer is ‘no’! A great way to experience the yuletide markets, the dazzlingly decorated towns and villages of the Alsace region – including Strasbourg, the “acknowledged

What to see and do in La Rochelle in Winter

What to see and do in La Rochelle in Winter: The maritime city, capital of the Charente-Maritime department, has a picturesque port, historic town, museums and feast worthy restaurants along with some of less well-known charms says Janine Marsh on a winter city break. From the window of my hotel, I watched the rising sun

The Good Life France Magazine Autumn 2026 issue

The Autumn 2026 issue of The Good Life France Magazine has arrived – and it’s bursting at the seams with fabulous places, photos, French savoir-faire and delicious recipes. We’re thrilled to share it with you – and as always, it is totally free: The Good Life France Magazine Autumn 2026 Come with us to Paris

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Into the Alps – bespoke French alpine experiences

Tours in France

The French Alps are perhaps the most stunning and evocative corner of Europe, with everything ...

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Recipe for coffee yule log cake

Desserts

The French holiday classic, Bûche de Noël Café – coffee yule log cake – looks ...

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Podcast Very French Things Part 3

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Can you tell if someone is French by the way they dress and behave? Answers ...

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What to see and do in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Auvergne - Rhône-Alpes

From Michelin stars to Baroque masterpieces, this Alpine town is a not just a skier’s ...

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French films that will make you want to go to France

Living in France

From sun-drenched Provençal villages and the glamorous French Riviera to Normandy’s lush green countryside and ...

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Buying and renovating a property in Paris

Property in France

If you’re dreaming of buying and renovating a property in Paris, there’s lots to consider ...

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Into the Alps – bespoke French alpine experiences

Recipe for coffee yule log cake

Podcast Very French Things Part 3

What to see and do in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

French films that will make you want to go to France

Buying and renovating a property in Paris

French immersion course in Paris

Into the Alps – bespoke French alpine experiences

How to make a traditional gâteau Basque cake

How the French fell in love with potatoes!

Classic recipe for French Pissaladière

1000-year-old wine route between England and France!

What to see and do in Le Cannet near Cannes

What to see and do in Angers – Loire Valley

Top things to do in Orléans and nearby

The French Property Show 2027

Spotlight on Étretat Normandy

The Prieure d’Orsan garden, Loire Valley

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French immersion course in Paris

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