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What to do in Carcassonne 15 must-sees in 2025
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
3. Visit the Château Comtal, in the heart of the Cité 14. Stroll around Place Carnot, in the lower town of Carcassonne What to do around Carcassonne Looking forthings to do around...
Top 10 of the world's most unusual good-luck traditions!
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
The sometimes unusual good-luck traditions listed in this article tempt most travellers, superstitious or otherwise. From Milan to Saint Petersburg and New York, many monuments are believed to bring...
Preparing for your visit to the Cologne Christmas market in 2025: our tips
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
After seeing aerial photos of the Cologne Christmas market, with its red roofs and cathedral in the background, Germany seemed to be calling us. We'd already been seduced before we set foot there!...
What to do and see in Dinant, Belgium 11 must-sees in 2025
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
Nestling between the Meuse and its impressive rocks, Dinant charms us from the moment we arrive with its almost unreal setting. It was here that Adolphe Sax was born, and the music still seems to...
Where can you see the most beautiful sunsets in France? The 15 best spots
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
What could be more beautiful than the colours of nightfall? There's nothing more romantic than a sunset: it's magnificent, sublime and ephemeral. Beauty is not always universal, it's subjective, but...
What to do and see in Papua New Guinea Our tour tips in 2025
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
Travellers who dream of escape and authenticity should definitely consider a trip to Papua New Guinea. For here, you can forget about the developed tourist infrastructure and marvel at one of the...
Top 10 most beautiful islands to visit in France in 2025
Published on 01/10/2025 Ideas for holidays & weekend
France is full of charming islands, between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. Corsica still tops the list, while Belle-Île-en-Mer is Brittany in its own right. Elsewhere, Porquerolles, Oléron,...
Which Caribbean island to choose for a holiday in the sun? Our advice
Published on 30/09/2025 Ideas for holidays & weekend
From the endless beaches of Cuba to the bustling resorts of the Dominican Republic, from the verdant mountains of Jamaica to the Creole flavours of Martinique, every Caribbean island has its own charm....
Where to go for a weekend less than 2 hours from Lille? 10 destination ideas
Published on 11/09/2025 Ideas for holidays & weekend
We've already strolled through Old Lille, admired the Grand'Place and enjoyed a waffle on our way out of the Palais des Beaux-Arts. In short, Lille has won us over! But let's face it, once we've explored...
Where to go for a weekend less than 2 hours from Nantes in 2025? 10 destination ideas
Published on 09/09/2025 Ideas for holidays & weekend
From the Château des Ducs de Bretagne to the Machines de l'Île, among other pleasant surprises, we'd done the rounds of Nantes. All we wanted to do was visit the surrounding area. We were pleasantly...
5 good reasons to choose a group trip to Kyrgyzstan
Published on 05/09/2025 Ideas for holidays & weekend
The Kyrgyzstan trip offers you a raw immersion in the wild landscapes of the Silk Road. Discover this fascinating country! Here are 5 reasons why Travel Land's guaranteed itineraries, available in...
What to do and see in Dinant, Belgium 11 must-sees in 2025
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
Nestling between the Meuse and its impressive rocks, Dinant charms us from the moment we arrive with its almost unreal setting. It was here that Adolphe Sax was born, and the music still seems to...
Where can you see the most beautiful sunsets in France? The 15 best spots
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
What could be more beautiful than the colours of nightfall? There's nothing more romantic than a sunset: it's magnificent, sublime and ephemeral. Beauty is not always universal, it's subjective, but...
What to do and see in Papua New Guinea Our tour tips in 2025
Published on 04/11/2025 Activities and experiences
Travellers who dream of escape and authenticity should definitely consider a trip to Papua New Guinea. For here, you can forget about the developed tourist infrastructure and marvel at one of the...
Egypt: the Grand Egyptian Museum prepares to open its doors in Cairo!
Published on 31/10/2025 Activities and experiences
After two decades of construction work and over a billion dollars of investment, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will finally open its doors in Cairo on Saturday 1 November, in the presence of some...
Preparing for your visit to the Metz Christmas market in 2025: our tips
Published on 30/10/2025 Activities and experiences
As in Colmar, there are several Christmas markets in Metz. One of the most impressive is surely the one set up at the foot of the majestic cathedral. Whatever the case, these Christmas markets are...
What to do and see in Trogir, Croatia? The 13 must-sees in 2025
Published on 29/10/2025 Activities and experiences
In the heart of Dalmatia, the ancient medieval fortress of Trogir is linked to both its north and south shores by two bridges. We loved this port city, which has settled between the gentle hills of...
Taste of Paris 2025 Festival: the guide
Published on 18/04/2025 Festival news
Calling all gourmets, epicureans and lovers of fine(and good!) food: the Taste of Paris festival is back this year. For its tenth anniversary, the festival will be relocating to the sublime Grand...
VandB Fest 2025: the complete festival guide
Published on 14/04/2025 Festival news
VandB Fest returns to Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne in force from August 21 to 24, 2025! Four days of madness await you, with an eclectic program and a supercharged atmosphere. Find out everything...
Top 11 Green Festivals in France
Published on 12/02/2025 Festival news
France is leading the way in eco-friendly festivals that combine entertainment with consideration for the environment! These events are not only places for sharing music and culture, but also showcases...
Festival Les InRocks 2025 : Our Guide
Published on 16/01/2025 Festival news
What's the festival not to miss this year? The Festival Les Inrocks 2025 , of course! Since its inception in 1988, this major event has established itself as the place to be for music! It brilliantly...
Venice Carnival 2025: program and dates
Published on 11/12/2024 Festival news
Get your most extravagant masks! The Venice Carnival will be held from February 22 to March 4, 2025. And a pre-carnival kicks off on February 14 ! Ask for the program! This emblematic event, celebrated...
Europe's 10 must-see winter festivals
Published on 18/11/2024 Festival news
If winter conjures up images of cocooning evenings and hushed ambience, it's time to revise your diary! In Europe, the winter season is synonymous with snowy landscapes and hot chocolate, but also...
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