The newly refreshed Carlton is the most famous hotel in the south of France.
Champagne tours and tastings are an obvious must-do,but you can also explore the countryside by bike,learn how to cook French cuisine and indulge at a luxury wellness spa.
Hidden in plain sight,the covered arcades of the French capital are full of old-world charm,intrigue,restaurants and art.
This route is one of the backbone links of Europe and could be a star in your itinerary.
It is enormous at 18 metres tall and 48 tonnes,with dozens of human passengers riding on its head,shoulders and flanks.
With so many centuries of history seeped into its walls,it’s practically a portal to the Middle Ages.
A five-day hike around Mont Ventoux,the southern France mountain that strikes fear into the hearts of Tour de France cyclists every few years,is equally confronting and rewarding.
This sort of dining is an institution on almost all cruise ships,as is the tendency to wildly overindulge.
This vivacious hotel is exquisitely crafted and superbly located,making it a fabulous addition to Paris’ high-end hotel scene.
You don’t have to empty your wallet to absorb culture or relax in Paris. Some of the city’s most enjoyable experiences won’t cost a cent.