Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is a sensory overload in the best possible way. Known for its art and architecture, the city is a seamless blend of Roman history, medieval mystery, and Modernist whimsy. Whether you are a foodie hunting for the perfect tapas, an architecture buff chasing Gaudí, or a beach…
Seville is the cultural and artistic capital of Southern Spain, and has a wonderful variety of architecture, museums and festivals to prove its claim. Not only that, but Seville is also a gastronomic centre, and offers speciality cuisines from its surrounding region, with many seafood specialities. It is also the home of the flamenco dance,…
Spain’s capital city, Madrid is famous for its non-stop nightlife, fabulous architecture and rolling parklands. Simply seeing all of the major sights Madrid has to offer is the work of many days, and to truly appreciate the culture and social life perhaps the work of a lifetime. Madrid is also the world centre for bullfighting,…
Spain is one of the world’s premier sun holiday destinations, with a vast coastline and is excellently equipped for tourists of all ages.However, it has far more to offer than sun alone – its many historic cities offer a warm and welcoming nightlife, excellent museums and exhibitions, and world famous architecture.From the sun drenched beaches…
France is one of Europe’s top tourist destinations, and rightly so given its thriving arts scene, world famous gastronomy and world-class entertainment and nightlife. We provide information about France for tourists and business travellers.From its architecturally magnificent cities to its exquisite and varied landscape, no world traveller’s itinerary is complete without at least one visit…
Lille is a city with a rich and varied history, having been Flemish, Burgundian and Spanish before finally being incorporated as part of France. The city’s distinctive architecture and rich culture express this complex history. With a fine variety of entertainment venues, museums and fine restaurants, Lille is an exciting and vibrant destination for any…
Bordeaux is one of the world’s most important wine producing centres, and a definite must-see for any aspiring wine buff! That’s not all though – the historic part of the city is composed of one of Europe’s biggest 18th century architectural areas, and as such is a major destination for both tourists and movie producers….
Montpellier is a city with something for everyone – from antique shopping in medieval streets, to relaxing on the sunny Mediterranean shore. And that’s just for starters- a famous historical centre, a wide variety of concert halls and museums (Including the famous Fabre museum of Art), the list goes on. And let’s not forget Montpellier’s…
Discovering Strasbourg, France: The Ultimate Travel Guide Strasbourg, France, is a mesmerising city where the romantic allure of French culture seamlessly blends with the structured efficiency and folklore of Germany. Located on the border of the two countries in the historic Alsace region, this dynamic European city offers visitors a unique, dual-identity experience. Whether you…
Nantes is generally considered to be one of the most pleasant cities in France. Its major international university helps to ensure a vibrant and cosmopolitan atmosphere, and its cathedrals, mosques and museums contribute to a fine collection of period architecture. Nantes also hosts a number of cultural events, including music, art and even science fiction.
Toulouse is also known as the ‘Ville Rose’ or Pink City, for it’s distinctive brick architecture, the city having been built almost exclusively with tiles and Roman brick, and recently restored. A number of fine cathedrals and churches complete a wonderful architectural display. Toulouse is also an active cultural centre, and hosts numerous festivals and…
Once known as the silk capital of the world, Lyons’ historical significance was recognised by the awarding of UNESCO world heritage status in 1998 to its beautiful historic centre. Lyons is also known as the gastronomic capital of France, and many of France’s finest chefs are to be found here. Lyons borders on two major…