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30-04-2010

 France: The obsession with Island of Corsica

It was on television that I saw Corsica the first time. Then on a pocketbook written by Robert Ludlum (I am not sure of the precise author) the second time. But visiting it is an entirely different thing. France and anything French is always viewed as luxurious and expensive and high quality. Fashion is one of the France travel ideas.

France as a leading country in terms of fashion has made other countries envious of the fact that it is always on the top. Its influence has sipped through the different corners of the world and even on little and minute things. People just love anything French from French windows to French bread, these people had not even yet had a glimpse of the beauty of France much more if they did so.

Bordeaux alone with take your breath away from the group of bars and shopping arenas to the several tourist attraction that you can bathe yourself of. Train is the best means of travel. You can cover great distances with the train but you would miss the nitty gritty part of the travel unless you stop from one destination to another.

Skiing is one activity that you will enjoy in France. The place has a full equipped skiing location that you can choose from. If you wanted to enjoy the beach for the summer then let yourself visit the country during the summer season.

Of course in every France travel you should not miss the French cuisine. This time you should really seek a respectable local inn or restaurant in which the locals patronizes. Why? For you are assured that you are served the best French cuisine in the land in a cheaper price.

With the French food there must be a French wine. French has cooked food for the Gods and fermented for the pleasure of heaven; this I was told during my visit. Then as you gaze among the wine bottles for a night’s pick then do not miss Merlots as it was considered as the most carnal wine in the whole world. Wines should a must in every France tourism.


30-10-2009

 Some of the most visited cities in France

Paris FranceThere is so much to discover about France. France is not just about Paris, there is something in France aside from Paris that you should have to visit. Indeed, there are still various cities to visit in France, though Paris is the most famous one but there are still great cities that France is proud of. Such like the following:

  • Bordeaux—one of the great cities to visit in France—this huge city of France boast off various shopping arenas, endless bars and cafes, pubs and great nightlife. Another thing to see in Bordeaux is its historic attractions that create the uniqueness of the city. There are also myriad numbers of students spotted roaming around the Bordeaux.

  • Montpellier—because of the medical school it has since the Middle Ages it has been designated as the classic college town. This is a great city that deserves a visit from millions of travelers all over the world. You can find here café-lined squares, great historic buildings and boutique shops.

  • Lyon—this is a great city to see the famous Amphitheatre des Tres Gauls and also to know its history, eat some of their palatable cuisine and roaming around for shopping. You can also take a pose on its incredible river of Rhône and the Saône. Experiencing its nightlife with its several clubs and casinos is great too.

  • Strasbourg—this city is the capital of the European Union that is why it is no wallflower. It is located across the Rhine River from the country of Germany that makes it a wonderful place since it has the combination of the French and German culture. Eating some of their gastronomic food is also a great experience here.

  • Aix-en-Provence—this city is famously known as the ultimate Provencal city. The stunning fountains in every corner add the uniqueness of the city. This is a great city to roam around and see boutiques, architectural wonders and prestigious restaurants.


28-09-2009

 When and where to visit France

France is known as one of the touristy countries in Europe. You can see many different restaurants and cafes here that serve the best cuisines in the world. While when it comes to famous museums and architecture France has it all. Since France is a touristy country, you can read a lot of information about it even when you are already in France. But if you are still in your place you can get information about France in the internet or in the magazines. You can also negotiate on a travel agency that would help you organize your travel to France.

The transportation in France is never a problem because all is accessible. The best transportation to try in the country is their train. Traveling by train in France is a great experience because it would give you the chance to have a glimpse on the country’s fascinating panoramas. However, if you want something unique and adventurous you can do cycling. Cycling is great in France since it would be your will where to go in the country. The city of La Rochelle in France is famous for bikers. You can find here many bikers cycling around since the city is free of charge.

France has a place where you can do the skiing activity. If you are one of those ski adventurers, the best time to go here would be during the month of November and May. It would be the winter season of the country; the best place to do the skiing would be at the Pyrenees Mountains since it only offers cheap yet less crowded. And if you visit France because of their captivating beaches, the best time to go here would be during the month of May and October. France’s Mediterranean beaches are one of the great options to choose. While Cannes and Nice is the best places that features the best beaches too. You will enjoy it here since the beach resorts here are surrounded with great restaurants and cafes where you can relax, dine and drink.

While in France, don’t miss to visit the Island of Corsica—which is known as the best island to practice water sports. Visit also the country’s interesting museums like the Louvre which is in Paris. It is open the whole year round, so you can visit the museum anytime you wanted to.


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