Families
Travelling with children: practical accommodation, a gentle pace and simple journeys.
Plan your trip: where to stay, how to get around, what to book
Clear, honest answers, country by country, tailored to the way you travel.
What kind of traveller are you?
Pick your situation for tailored tips and services.
On a budget
Travel without breaking the bank: choose your dates, area and transport wisely.
Couples
A getaway for two: charming areas, characterful hotels and good addresses.
Solo
Travelling alone: safety, meeting people and total freedom.
Road trip
Exploring a country by car: rental, itineraries and stopovers.
Seniors
Travelling comfortably: accessibility, a relaxed pace and peace of mind.
Must-see cities in France
Where to stay, guides and things to do, city by city.
Paris
Museums, characterful neighbourhoods and local life: choosing where to stay changes everything.
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Nice
The perfect base to discover the French Riviera, between old town, sea and hills.
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Lyon
France's food capital, between the Rhône and the Saône, perfect for a long weekend.
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Marseille
An authentic port city, gateway to the Calanques and Provence.
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Bordeaux
Classical architecture, revamped riverside quays and vineyards within reach.
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Strasbourg
Half-timbered houses, canals and European institutions, very popular in winter.
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Latest guides
Guides
Renting a campervan or motorhome in France: the guide
Campervan or motorhome, peer-to-peer or professional rental, licence, where to sleep, itineraries: everything for a van road trip in France.
Guides
Concerts, festivals and shows in France: booking tickets
Big summer festivals, concerts, theatre, sport: when to go, where to buy official tickets and how to avoid resale scams.
Guides
Skiing in France: resorts, equipment rental and lift passes
Choosing a resort, renting skis and snowboards for less, buying lift passes, getting there by train or car: the guide to skiing in France.
Practical info
Trains and buses in France: TGV, OUIGO, TER and how to book
TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Intercités, TER, long-distance buses: how to get around France by train or bus, and where to book at the best price.
Practical info
Travel packing checklist: what to bring, what to buy
Cabin bag, adapter, power bank, toiletries, documents: the complete travel packing checklist, by type of trip and traveller.
Comparisons
Internet in France: eSIM, local SIM or roaming?
How to get online in France depending on where you live: EU roaming, travel eSIM or French prepaid SIM. Pros, limits and tips.