THERE really is nothing to see around Bergerac in the Dordogne, no meandering rivers, deep mysterious forests or even any wine or food to savour. But if you really want to visit then drop in on the official Bergerac Tourism website, and whilst you are here browse over a few... Read more →
Avoid the dangers of swimming this summer
IN France, where almost 500 people drown every year, what measures are in place to avoid getting into difficulty when in the water? During 2013 there were three million tourists to La Rochelle, a location amongst the top ten favourites for tourists. The same year La Rochelle hosted the Championnant... Read more →
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Creation of Huguenot Heritage Centre in UK to get lottery cash help
THE UK's Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) is to award a grant of £1.2 million for the development of the first national Huguenot Heritage Centre, in Rochester. The centre will bring to life the Huguenot story; a story of persecution, of flight from France, and of settlement and integration in England. Read more →
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Get set to spit your chestnuts during the Fête de la Châtaigne
IT is châtaigne time around the corner of south west France where I live, with people gathering in the nuts and popular fêtes taking place. One of the biggest will be on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October, 2013, when Villefranche du Perigord will be hosting its popular festivities marking... Read more →
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Tough summer for tourism trade, as Dordogne sees steep fall in numbers
THE number of tourists visiting Dordogne this year fell by around 30% as holidaymakers tightened their belts this summer. Many restaurant owners and holiday resorts said August had saved their season, after July proved very difficult and thankfully a better end of season saw numbers up by around five to... Read more →
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Website helps people with disabilities enjoy a holiday in France
A GOVERNMENT backed website is available for people with disabilities who want to go on holiday, or visit places of interest, in France. The website enables you to start a search of establishments that have received the Tourisme et Handicap quality mark. Unfortunately it is not the clearest website to... Read more →
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A woodland tale from the journée champêtre
AT the Journée Champêtre à Loubejac, Simone and I had set up the table for the snacks, or the casse-croûtes, as they are called for both the horses and their riders, writes Carol Miers. A month earlier, the discussion around the choice of casse-croûte had taken a good twenty minutes... Read more →
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Discovering Celtic connections with walks around Brittany
Historian Wendy Mewes discover hidden stories along the pathways of Brittany that are brought to life in her walking guides. Read more →
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Family friendly ski destinations in France
FRANCE is known to have some of the best, most impressive, and affordable family ski destinations not only in the Alps, but also the world. All of its superb family ski destinations are suitable for family get-togethers and enjoyment as they offer wonderful meals, drinks, relaxation areas and skiing slopes... Read more →
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A few signs of autumn in Périgord
AUTUMN, my favourite time of the year, with chill fresh mornings, yet the warm rays of the sun create magical, swirling mists which rise from the fields. Overnight, with a clear, full moon sky, you can take a walk by its light and as the sun rises pick out the... Read more →
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