Archive for 'Top 10 Lists in France'

  

Friday, August 23, 2019
There is a specific kind of holiday that many desire, particularly if especially tired and in need of rest and relaxation: a spa getaway. From onsens in Japan to Turkish baths, there are various types of spa destinations and cultures all across the globe. In some parts of the world, these are luxurious manmade facilities that make use of cutting-edge technologies and others harness naturally-occurring thermal springs and the health-giving properties of the minerals that are found in these waters and yet others still combine the two. This latter situation is the case in France, where thermal springs and baths have been popular since Roman times and lead to the creation of various spa towns.

Some of these spa towns are now connected to globally famous brands that make beauty products and bottled water and some are less well-known to international audiences but are beloved of French travellers. In both cases, they still offer the most important thing: excellent spa facilities that will help you forget the weariness of daily life and get the rest and relaxation that you need and deserve. If you are planning a trip to France and want to visit a spa town then you’re in luck as we have compiled a list of five of the best towns that make for ideal destinations for your next spa getaway…     Read More
Posted in: Must See Attractions, Spa, Top 10 Lists, Tourist Attractions

  

Wednesday, February 27, 2019
The beautiful seaside gem of Nice has lots to see and do and is the kind of pretty place with surprises around every corner that is just made for getting a little lost and wandering around: who knows what you might stumble upon?! However, especially in the summer months, all that exploring can leave you tired, parched, too hot, and in need of a sit-down before you head back out for round two. To help you regain your energy so you can see more of the city, we have put together a list of ten of the cutest cafés around that are the best places to relax and grab a coffee or a snack to keep you going. If you have found a vacation rental in Nice, these are more of the cafés that you need to know about...

6. Bao.Lab, 39 Rue Pastorelli

Bao.Lab is a bright and cosy space that offers a menu of healthy bites, cakes, pastries, and a wide selection of coffees, teas, and other drinks. With big windows, white walls, light wood tables and chairs, and leafy plants, it is a light-filled place that is ideal for relaxing as you go about your day.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Restaurants & Cafés, Top 10 Lists

  

Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Casa Elli
As you explore Nice, her historic quarter, her seafront, her hidden beauties, and endless surprises in between, you may find yourself in need of a moment to catch your breath and where better to do that than a coffee shop? Bring along your holiday read, duck in from the sun (especially in summer when it can be incredibly hot), and grab something to drink before you head back out and dive back in. Just find a vacation rental in Nice and come discover this beauty of a city for yourself...

1. CASA ELLI Gelato e Caffè, 11 Rue Maccarani

This café is both an Italian-style gelateria and coffee shop, making it a spot that will keep the whole family happy, if you're with kids, but will also delight any and all adults in your group or simply yourself, if you're travelling with pals or alone. Located only a couple of streets over from the shore, it is a pretty gem with neat and elegant mid-century style interiors and very reasonable prices for the city.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Restaurants & Cafés, Top 10 Lists

  

Thursday, November 8, 2018
Bloody Mary
We have been talking about grabbing a cocktail in Paris all this week and, really, could there be anything better this festive season? Just find a vacation rental in Paris and come enjoy the chicest of beverages in the most glamorous of holiday destinations. It's totally worth it.

9. Bloody Mary

Many have made claims to the origin of this very beloved and famous cocktail but the one that seems to be the most popular and oldest seems to accredit it to Fernand Petiot Harry’s New York Bar in 1921. This legend claims it to be named after a waitress who worked in the bar and, supposedly, Petiot brought the drink to the St. Regis Hotel in New York when he moved, where it blew up.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Recipes, Top 10 Lists

  

Wednesday, November 7, 2018
The French 75
In the last posts, we have been dreaming of a Parisian Christmas. There is no better place for a winter break than the City of Lights, which twinkles with wonderful decorations and displays, is filled with the scent of warming street foods, and is full of festive spirit. Once you have found a vacation rental in Paris this winter, you should be sure to escape the cold after exploring the beautiful streets and head into a chic and cosy bar to try some of the city's famous cocktails. We have been discussing the best of the best signature Parisian cocktails to try and here are more to add to that list and their recipes, should you find waiting until your next trip too taxing...     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Recipes, Top 10 Lists