Our trip to Nantes was an unplanned one. We simply looked at Skyscanner and found flights for 4p. How could we pass up the opportunity? We might be showing our age here, but back in the day, Ryanair used to offer ridiculously low fares with no taxes. Therefore we visited at least a dozen cities across Europe for about £20. We did very little research into our destinations. We jumped…
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Having just returned from a magical 5 day trip to Disneyland Paris we are already planning our return. Mr ESLT and I have visited before, before kids, which was great, especially as it was a celebratory trip for my 30th birthday. However, having the children with us made the trip magnificent. To see the magic through the eyes of an 8 and 4-year-old is something to behold. Therefore, we did…
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Disneyland Paris is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. So if you are planning a trip to Disneyland Paris, 2022 is a great year to visit. As a child, I remember Disneyland Paris (or Euro Disney as it was called back then) opening. It was somewhere I always wanted to visit, but never got the chance. Although I was lucky enough to visit Disney World in Florida a couple of times…
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If you are visiting the City of Light, you will need to think about how you will get around. Paris’ metropolitan area sprawls over more than 6,600 square miles over 20 arrondissements. With attractions, historical sites and amazing restaurants spread throughout the city, the likelihood is you will have to rely on a mixture of transportation options. You should plan your visit out in advance by creating an itinerary and grouping…
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Luxurious hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants and high-end boutiques probably cross your mind when you think of France. But France has an array of well-hidden gems that are not only world-class but also budget-friendly. To avoid the hordes of tourists and get the best value for your money, schedule your visit to France in October when the cold is just settling in, the markets teem with the autumn harvest and all kinds…
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Paris is often considered to be one of, if not, the most romantic cities in the world. With couples flocking to France’s capital, often referred to as the ‘City of Love’, to soak up the culture, see the world famous landmarks, eat the great food and maybe even get engaged at the top of the Eiffel Tower. Mr ESLT and I celebrated my 30th birthday by taking a holiday to…
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If you are planning to visit Paris for more than a couple of days and want to see more than the Disneyland Paris and the Eiffel Tower, you will need to make more preparations than usual. You will have to make sure that you stay on budget, get used to the culture, and learn from your trip. Whether you are arriving in Paris on a working holiday, part of a…
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The world is full of iconic landmarks and I have been lucky enough to visit a number of them – the Empire State Building in New York, The Burj Khalifa in Dubai and not forgetting the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia. However, for me, there was always one that was at the top of my list and that was the cultural icon of France, the most famous structure in the beautiful and…
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Home to more than ten million, Paris is the centre of European commerce and a cosmopolitan world capital. It is unique, the world capital of fashion and art, a city that offers so much more than just the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Champs Elysees. The City of Lights is home to the greatest museums, exclusive experiences in its parks, gardens, cafes, concert halls and its grand boulevards. And…
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With its stunning landscape, captivating towns, diverse culture and a unique atmosphere of romance, France has always been a popular travel destination. Each of the country’s regions is unique in its own way, but if you’re planning to explore the wonders of Southern France, there are several must-see locations that you simply cannot miss. While the South of France is known for its luxury and sophistication, great wine and food,…
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