The "real" South of France is not just the French Riviera on the Mediterranean. On the western side of the country is the French Basque region with the Atlantic crashing onto its shores. Here you will find beautiful resort towns including Biarritz - a favourite of Sir Winston Churchill and many other famous foreigners.
The "real" South of France is not just the French Riviera on the Mediterranean. On the western side of the country is the French Basque region with th...
Mainland Portugal's southernmost city, scenic Faro is the capital of the Algarve. A colourful town marked by long sandy beaches and flanked by dramatic rocks. Born inside medieval walls, the city unfolds its long story; one of a mish-mash of influences and periods of both prominence and devastation.
Mainland Portugal's southernmost city, scenic Faro is the capital of the Algarve. A colourful town marked by long sandy beaches and flanked by dramati...
Manchester, located in the northwest of England, is sometimes referred to as the second city of the United Kingdom. The city is known to millions around the world as the home of the legendary Manchester United Football Club at Old Trafford. Manchester was one of the first industrialized cities in the world and is home to the world's oldest railway station. Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Albert Square & Manchester Town Hall - Manchester Cathedral - John Rylands Library - Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour (Old Trafford) -...
Manchester, located in the northwest of England, is sometimes referred to as the second city of the United Kingdom. The city is known to millions arou...
Located in Northern England, about 200 miles northeast of London, is the medieval, walled city of York. The ancient city is located amidst the green moors and wolds of the North Yorkshire countryside. Encircled by its 13th century walls and its stunning Minster, York still retains its historical charm and heritage. In 2007, York was named the European Tourist City of the Year. Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - York Minster - Jorvik Viking Centre - National Railway Museum - Clifford's Tower - St. Mary's Abbey - Shambles (Street) -...
Located in Northern England, about 200 miles northeast of London, is the medieval, walled city of York. The ancient city is located amidst the green m...
Brittany (Bretagne in French) in France's northwest region was first known to the Romans as Lesser Britain. The famous peninsula is located close to Normandy and the Loire Valley of France. A stay in Brittany will leave you feeling like you're in a perpetual Celtic fairytale with many of its towns and cities having retained their medieval architecture. Introduction to Brittany - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Rennes - Fougeres & Vitre - Chateau de Fougeres - Chateau de Vitre - Chateau des Rochers-Sevigne - Josselin - Chateau de...
Brittany (Bretagne in French) in France's northwest region was first known to the Romans as Lesser Britain. The famous peninsula is located close to N...
The French Riviera town of Cannes conjures up images of glamour, elegance, celebrity and sunshine. This is the beachside Hollywood of France and is famous for its major film festival that takes place every year. At all times of the year Cannes represents a vacation paradise offering luxurious ease. Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Cannes Film Festival - Promenade de la Croisette - Mediterranean Water Activities - Casinos - Petanque & Golf - Le Suquet District (Old Town) - Lerins Islands - Artistic Day Trips - Grasse & St. Paul de...
The French Riviera town of Cannes conjures up images of glamour, elegance, celebrity and sunshine. This is the beachside Hollywood of France and is fa...
Languedoc in southeastern France produces 40% of Frances wine and it is the largest wine growing area in the world. Five departments make up the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Some have miles of sandy beaches and others have vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see. Almond and olive trees can be seen everywhere. It was over 2,000 years ago that grapevines were first planted here and Languedoc is today one of the most important wine-producing regions in France. Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Nimes - Maison Carree and Roman...
Languedoc in southeastern France produces 40% of Frances wine and it is the largest wine growing area in the world. Five departments make up the Langu...
