Having visited Paris dozens of times over the years—thanks to my uncle who lives in the heart of the city—I have had the unique privilege of exploring its cultural scene far beyond the typical tourist rush. Visiting museums has become … Read More
Close your eyes and dream of France: what you see is Aveyron. This region in southern France is a mosaic of valleys and old towns where you can still smell food in a lively street market and enjoy a buttery … Read More
France’s Mediterranean outpost, Corsica is meant to be a land of many wonders. Wild and beautiful, the third largest island in the Mediterranean is known for its resilient people who have a very strong identity that makes them feel different … Read More
Walking, for the unacquainted, is a whole lot more than moving one leg in front of the other. For travellers, especially those looking to see the world in exciting new ways (which is all of us I’d hope), walking is … Read More
I was in the Aveyron region last October and my tour started in Rodez, a lively city where art and history mingle. I took a stroll to the market (the one on Wednesday morning is in Place du Bourg, but … Read More
My backpack firm over my shoulders, few clear ideas, many dreams. That’s how my travel around the Mediterranean keeps going, my last escape from adulthood in search for a less definitive existence. I just left behind Cinque Terre and Genoa … Read More
I wouldn’t suggest you to visit Marseille in just one day, since the beauty of this town deserves to be savoured slowly, with long breaks in the many cafes or ethnic restaurants in Des Arcenlaux and Panier. But if you … Read More
Paris is the most popular tourist destination in the world, and for good reason. Rich in history, art, architecture, culture, food, and with so many sights to see, Paris has something for everyone. Like any big city, one of the … Read More
A ten-day journey in Brittany is definitely not enough to discover every hidden corner, every wind-battered ansa, every tide on the beach. But it allows you to take a taste of all of this, and realize how Brittany is a … Read More