Karyn Farrell
Four Days in Lyon: A Guide for First-time Visitors
Quirky, arty, bohemian and beautiful, there are a myriad of reasons why you should visit one of France's most underrated cities.
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Karyn Farrell
Jul 6, 202314 min read
Vignettes: A Taste of Paris - off the beaten path
It's a sunny Sunday afternoon as we make our way to Canal Saint-Martin. Tables and chairs spill out onto the pavements & the narrow streets
Karyn Farrell
Aug 26, 201911 min read
Toulouse city break: why you need to visit France's hippest city
After about three hours in Toulouse we were ready to pack in the day jobs and sell all our worldly goods to make this our new home. It's...
Karyn Farrell
Aug 14, 201919 min read
Impressions of the Cote Vermeille: from Leucate to Collioure
It's not hard to see why artists like Matisse, Derain and Dufy were drawn to the picturesque towns on the Côte Vermeille
Karyn Farrell
Aug 4, 201912 min read
A city break in Carcassonne: Things to see and do
Beat the crowds and enjoy a more authentic experience on your city break in Carcassonne, France's second most visited city after Paris
Karyn Farrell
Jun 25, 201913 min read
A Different View of Paris: alternative things to do
Paris: a city which is always full of surprises, like this wonderful sculpture which can be found outside the Church of Sant' Eustache ,...
Karyn Farrell
Dec 13, 20188 min read
A romantic city break: The best of Paris
Everything you want in a city break: world-class museums & galleries, beautiful buildings, river walks and incredible food & wine
Karyn Farrell
Apr 23, 20185 min read
Vence: A romantic town in Provence. Things to see & do
The beautiful town of Vence is often neglected in favour of its more touristy sister St Paul de Vence. But that would be a mistake. Vence...
Karyn Farrell
Oct 19, 20165 min read
A city break in Bordeaux: Jazz, wine and all things fine
A designated World Heritage site, Bordeaux is a beautifully elegant city with majestic buildings, and fantastic wine bars and restaurants.
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