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Sarlat, Dordogne | A time warp town to fall in love with
You just can’t help but fall in love with Sarlat in Dordogne. The medieval buildings, fabulous market and gourmet food shops are so enticing. The …
Things to do for the whole family in Charente-Maritime
There’s a little pocket of France which remains one of its hidden gems – Charente-Maritime. It hovers across four departments, right on the cusp of …
The historic and pretty town of Bazas in the Gironde
Gascony remains unchanged since the 1950s by industry, tourism or major highways, its landscape has stayed resolutely agricultural for centuries. Soft white clouds languish in …
Wine, Rivers and Chateaux of Bordeaux by Boat and Bike
Rupert Parker cruises down the Dordogne River and up the Gironde, stopping off to cycle around the Bordeaux wine regions. There’s the added bonus of …
The charming, unspoiled Ile d’Aix Charente Maritime
The little island of Ile d’Aix sits off the coast from the lovely port town of la Rochelle in the Charente-Maritime region. Quaint and quirky, …
Top tips for visiting Futuroscope theme park Poitou-Charentes, France
Futuroscope theme park in Poitou-Charentes make for a brilliant day out or short break. Read our review of this fabulous theme park that’s great for …
Futuroscope Theme Park France for a fantastic day out
The award winning Futuroscope theme park in Poitou-Charentes, southwest France, is brilliant for kids of all ages! What is Futuroscope all about? If you haven’t …
A brilliant family holiday in the Vendee France
Lying poolside with a glorious blue sky overhead, basking in the sun’s warming rays, all I could hear was the sound of my two children …
Step back in time in the town of Blaye Aquitaine France
the historic town of Blaye is in the Gironde Department, Aquitaine. The region straddles a prominent position in southwest France. It stretches long and lean …
Fun things to do for the family in La Rochelle France
Anyone who’s ever been to La Rochelle knows that it’s the essence of charm and style. A pretty harbour surrounded by cafés and stalls. Historic …