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With a magnificent coastline, a thriving café culture and 26 centuries of history, this port city in the south of France is an incredible destination for any holiday maker, any time of year.

This historic city has a majestic square leading to museums, the town hall and many acres of parkland.

A recent – and controversial – addition to the famous Parisian skyline, this business, retail and entertainment district has a style all of its own.

Learn about the siege led by Joan of Arc, visit the stunning cathedral and explore the picturesque landscape of Loiret.

Learn about the siege led by Joan of Arc, visit the stunning cathedral and explore the picturesque landscape of Loiret.

A recent – and controversial – addition to the famous Parisian skyline, this business, retail and entertainment district has a style all of its own.

Eat fresh local produce, gaze across the city to the sea and learn about the local heritage in the historic heart of Marseille, one of France’s oldest harbours.

Lavender fields and rolling hills may symbolize this region, but the area’s Mediterranean coast and French Alps are just as worthy of a visit.

Sublime architectural sites and some of the best shopping in Paris ensure that you can happily spend a day or two exploring this famous street. 

Sublime architectural sites and some of the best shopping in Paris ensure that you can happily spend a day or two exploring this famous street. 

Learn about the siege led by Joan of Arc, visit the stunning cathedral and explore the picturesque landscape of Loiret.

Experience the Flemish flair in the “Capitale des Flandres,” a sprawling city with an attractive Old Town, traditional markets, stately art museums and a citadel.

Appreciate Mediterranean beaches, Alpine skiing, fine wines and cheeses, and some of the world’s most celebrated cities in this Western European country.

A recent – and controversial – addition to the famous Parisian skyline, this business, retail and entertainment district has a style all of its own.

Lavender fields and rolling hills may symbolize this region, but the area’s Mediterranean coast and French Alps are just as worthy of a visit.