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The Loire Valley is known as one of the most beautiful regions in France – rolling hills, beautiful chateaux, and lush countryside all along the length of the Loire River at its heart. Away from the crowds at the golf courses in the North of France, golf in the Loire Valley is a great pleasure for those in the know. Located at the centre of the country, the Loire is within easy reach of visitors from the UK – here are just a few of the highlights of a golf holiday to this magical part of France... Related Article Tags: , , It is known as “The Garden of France”, and the stunning scenery of the Loire Valley makes it one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country. It is a land of rolling hills peppered with Châteaux, with the beautiful Loire River running through its heart. Camping in the Loire Valley is perhaps the best way to experience the charms of the region. The long summer provides perfect camping weather, and most campsites in the Loire will place you in the midst of the scenery that this area is famed for but well within easy reach of the major towns, Châteaux and other local highlights. The Loire-Atlantique has vast vineyards which produce the famous Muscadet wines. With sweeping beaches and forests there is something for everyone. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , The area known as the Loire Valley is located in a French region called Centre and affords anyone looking to purchase property many advantages over other regions. In a recent article, I talked about some of the best campsites in the Loire Valley. Loire camping is amongst some of the best in France. The region has an abundance of attractions – especially if you are interested in the majestic and fascinating chateaux which are doted throughout the region. If you’re camping in France’s Loire Valley, these beautiful castles should definitely be on your list of places to visit... Related Article Tags: , , Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, a day that each year terrifies men. Every year, you promise yourself that next Valentine's Day; you are going to do something different. If you still do not have any creative ideas for a special surprise, do not panic, but you had get on to it straight away. Here is a Valentine's Day gift idea that is sure to please your love on Valentine's Day. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Accordingly to general research on dating behaviour, the time between the December holidays and Valentine's Day is National Break-up Season when people are more than twice as likely to think about breaking up than at any other time of the year. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , St. Valentine's Day is one of the biggest retail days in the calendar year. In 2006, the average American spent around US$100 on his or her significant other, totalling $13.70 billion. Men typically spend almost double what women spend (in 2006 $135.67 and $68.64 respectively), mostly on chocolates, cards, flowers, and dinner at a swish restaurant. Related Article Tags: , , Interested in taking a walking holiday in France but don’t know where to go? From the high mountains of the Alps to the lush inland countryside of the Loire Valley and Burgundy, here are six of the best destinations for a French walking holiday. Related Article Tags: , ,
With a grand total of 28,000 kilometres of cycle routes, France is undoubtedly one of the best destinations for cycling. Dedicated paths meander through both town and countryside, and vary in terms of difficulty. You don't have to be of Tour de France standard to enjoy cycling while you're camping in France. Whether you are looking to push yourself in an endurance ride through the mountains, or to take the whole family for a jaunt through the countryside, there is a bike ride in France made for you. You might not pay $16,000 for one bottle of 1978 Romanee Conti in a restaurant in London and hang with Rolling stones bad boys Ron Wood and Keith Richards, but you can spend a week or two living like Johnny Depp in a French Chateau. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , It is not true that Valentine's day is a celebration invented by greedy greeting card businesses eager to sell more stock or by candy companies to sell more chocolate, or general retailers to create more business once Christmas is over. It is easy to picture that Valentine's Day was created by them because as soon as the stores put away their Christmas stock, out comes the Valentine's Day items - even though Valentine's is still more than 6 weeks away. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , Leonardo da Vinci lived the last three years of his life in France under the protection of King Francis I. It was at the Chateau du Clos-Luce near the Loire river that he died in May 1519 at age 67. He brought with him to France three of his greatest paintings including the Mona Lisa, transported on mules over the Alps. Come summer time, camping in France is one of the most popular holiday options for families in the UK. Thousands of families flock across the channel each year, taking advantage of the sunny weather, regional attractions and the many well provisioned campsites in France. Related Article Tags: , , Want to see the most stunning sights France has to offer? Learn more about four spectacular places to visit whilst camping in France. If you are camping in France, you may be after many things. A raucous family holiday by the sea, a peaceful escape in secluded countryside, a gourmet's holiday in fine restaurants and vineyards, a cultural holiday spent visiting the best museums the country has to offer. Every country around the world has unique festivals which are an essential part of its national culture, and France is no exception. From festivals celebrating film and music to events for gardeners and gourmets, France's cultural calendar is diverse, and well worth your attention when planning your holiday. If you want to go camping in France, consider timing your visit to take a look at one of these exciting spring and summer festivals. If you are considering a camping holiday in France, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting a destination. Where you choose to go will depend on your family’s interests, but for beach lovers, a holiday spent camping in the Vendée is hard to beat. With a micro climate that gives it some of the hottest and sunniest weather in the country and a brilliant stretch of coastline that is filled with picture perfect beaches, it draws in millions of French and English holidaymakers each year. Related Article Tags: , , France has become a top destination for golfers, and from Biarritz to Brittany, France can offer a great variety of uncrowded golf courses, which are suitable from the novice to the more experienced golfer. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , France is well known for its numerous chateaux and castles and one of the main areas that people think of is the Loire region with fabulous castles such as the Chateau Chenonceau, but what many people do not realise is that there are lots of different palaces and chateaux that surround the capital city of Paris in the Ile de France region. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , Want to go white water rafting or cycle through vineyards? Learn archery, yoga or tai chi? All this and more can be yours to enjoy in a single country - France. Our guide brings you lots of great ideas for things to do during your holidays in France. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
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