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10 Gorgeous France Itineraries – Perfect for Road or Rail

There’s a reason France is the most touristed country in the world, and it’s not just because of Paris. Beyond the capital, the country has some of the world’s most varied landscapes, from mountains to lakes, to sand dunes to sea. And the history and culture add a layer of charm that makes it rightly … Read more

A crystal clear water beach in Biarritz.

France: West coast road trip itinerary

France’s Atlantic coast is a land of surf, wineries, remote islands, picturesque vacation towns and elegant cities, which all make for an incredible road trip. We spent a few weeks, driving the coast and weaving inland for vineyards and time in the cities. It’s yet another part of France that wowed us From the Basque … Read more

Ujusansa family surf camp

Facing fears and finding joy on a family surf camp in France

It’s no secret round here that my mind is often a wrestle between the pragmatic and the spiritual (remember that time I threw myself into a new-age wellness whirlwind in Bali?). While my scepticism is in healthy shape, I ultimately like to believe in something bigger. And when it comes to Ujusansa, woo-woo as it … Read more

Best road trips in France - Verdon Gorge

How to plan the ultimate France road trip

I know it might sound hyperbolic. But I think France might just be one of the world’s best countries for a road trip. It just has so much going for it, from fairytale towns to rolling vineyards to elegant cities and miles of varied coastline. Plus within every region there’s a surprise – be it … Read more