As popular as France may be, it can feel like all the so-called “hidden gems” have already been discovered. Not so fast… While just about every swath of Paris has been revealed, there’s still the “Pink City,” untouched beaches, and in this case, pastel dreamscapes off most travelers’ radars. As we all know, summer is …

Think Paris is France’s prettiest city? We hate to break it to you, but it’s time to reevaluate. I loved visiting Paris for the first time, roaming the streets late at night giving my best Owen Wilson “wow” at every turn. But there’s certainly a dark underbelly to Paris, too, that travelers shoo away and …

If there was ever a way to explore France without Paris on your itinerary, chances are you’ve gotta hit the rails! Given the sheer magnitude of Paris’s popularity, it’s hard to imagine visiting France without at least making a Parisian pit stop. 🥐 But it’s not solely the “City of Lights” that makes France the …

Despite popular belief, France has more sun and sand than its famous Côte d’Azur. With Nice, St. Tropez and Marseille leading the way, separate coastlines often go overlooked, whether north of Paris or west of the French Riviera. One such city is one of South France’s most gorgeous getaways, oozing spitting image limestone facades and …

Most travelers jetting off to France have scoped out the Eiffel Tower, world-renowned art museums, and endless sidewalk cafes, but to escape the city grind and sky-high prices, we recently unveiled France’s secret beach on the northern coast as an alternative to not only Paris. But even as spectacular as this side of France may …

Are you looking for the best alternatives to the Palace of Versailles near Paris, France? Versailles is one of the most popular tourist attractions in France. This opulent chateau (the French word for castle or country house) is about a 45-minute train ride from Paris. Constructed in the 17th century, Versailles is famous for its …

Tons of trash piled up in the streets, violent uprisings, bins on fire, and protests are part of what travelers visiting France will see right now. Tourists must be careful and learn about what is happening in this popular destination.  For weeks, trash has been piling up in Paris. Collectors refuse to pick it up …