Holidays in France

The Best Driving Roads

We talk a lot about walking and hiking while on holiday, but not everyone has the ability or inclination to walk a great distance. So here we look at a few options for enjoying driving and the great scenery that goes with it. We could fill a book with all the great driving roads that are available (I'm sure someone already has) so this is just a taster to get you thinking.

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Gorgeous Gorges

Gorge: noun. A deep narrow valley with steep sides, formed by a river or stream cutting through hard rock.

Gorges are spectacular geographical features that are ever-popular with visitors. Here are just a few.

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A Head For Heights

I'm not good with heights, and that's something which rather annoys me. So whenever I'm presented with something high, steep or precipitous I'm determined to face down my fears.
As soon as I read about it, I was fascinated by the Caminito del Rey in Andalucia.

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Riviera - Such an Evocative Word

'Riviera' seems to convey so much more sophistication and glamour than just 'the seaside'. But where does the word come from? Surprisingly perhaps, it's not French. The origin of the word is in fact Italian, so it would seem that the original riviera was the Italian Riviera.

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Things To Do In France

France is the biggest tourist destination in the world, so it's hardly surprising that it boasts so many interesting and exciting things to see and do. Whatever interests you most, whether it's art, culture, history, nature, walking, swimming, eating, drinking, skiing or many other things, you'll find it in France.

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