Biarritz beach Aquitaine

Festivities, Food & Fun in French Basque Country

Gillian Thornton headed to Aquitaine to revel in the many summer delights of colourful French Basque Country. Bayonne is my kind of place. Picturesque stone arcades, vibrant cafe culture, busy…

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The city of Bordeaux at sunset

La Betoulle, Chasseneuil, Poitou Charentes

Imagine sunning yourself in the beautiful unspoilt region of Poitou Charentes, in the stunning grounds of a manor house… just a fantasy?  Not necessarily, you can make this dream a…

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Chateau de Brecy, Normandy

“French Gardens Today” Horticultural Tours

Ron Toft talked to the woman so inspired by horticultural excellence across the Channel that she set up a successful tour business, French Gardens Today. Chateau de Bosmelet gardens Clare…

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Villa Port du Roy Marina Aigues-Mortes Languedoc Roussillon

Port du Roy Marina, Aigues-Mortes, Languedoc Roussillon

Situated in the picturesque marina of the 12th century walled town of Aigues-Mortes on France’s Mediterranean coast, February’s property of the month is a villa located in the Port du…

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