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For the serious fashion-lovers of the world, a vacation rental in Paris and time spent in the city is a must and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to tick off one’s bucket list. The street style is truly inspirational, the galleries and museums are stuffed full of images featuring figures in sumptuous and diverse dress, some of the chicest little boutiques in the globe, an endless treasure trove of vintage shops, and elegant flagship stores for major fashion brands are all dotted throughout the city, and there is a selection of some of the most astounding fashion museums the world over to visit.


Among them, one of the most intriguing has to be the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris. Located in the stunning building that used to house the offices and premises of Saint Laurent’s former couture house, the building has been preserved beautifully and showcases some spaces that have been redecorated to appear as they were during their former life and other rooms that are used for exhibitions. With some 450m2 of space open to the public that is always filled with the most dynamic and interesting array of items and information and has been created in collaboration with set designer Nathalie Crinière and decorator Jacques Grange, both long-time collaborators of the Fondation, this is a gorgeous museum that is sure to delight those interested in fashion and culture vultures who are enjoying a vacation in Paris.  

Milky Way
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There are some experiences that are so magical that they make a whole vacation, the kind of thing that you and your fellow travellers will remember and reminisce over fondly for the rest of your lives. If you're after just such an experience and you happen to have found a vacation rental in Midi-Pyrénées then you should definitely set aside some time to make the journey up to the Pic du Midi Observatory.

While there is absolutely no shortage of truly sensational views and viewpoints in this part of the world – you can drive, hike, paraglide, take trains, cycle, and more to take them in – the view from the Pic du Midi Observatory is something altogether different and more special and memorable. It is, altogether, quite unlike anything else you're likely to experience in France.
Musée de la Vie Romantique, exterior
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A vacation in Paris can often be a rather expensive thing. Those wandering the centre of the city will regularly find themselves alarmed at the price of a bottle of water in a corner shop or discover that the cheapest thing on the menu in a restaurant is still not very cost-effective. However, there are, of course, ways to avoid such pitfalls by being clever, avoiding serious tourist traps when possible, doing your research, and saving money where possible. So, if you're on a budget, it doesn't mean a lovely holiday in the city is impossible, it just means being prepared. One great way of doing this is by having some activities in your itinerary that are either inexpensive or completely free of charge, which will leave you with more of a budget to enjoy other things. For example, if you want to visit a wonderful museum in a very picturesque setting that has some great works of art and is free to enter while you are exploring Paris, then be sure to plan a visit to the Musée de la Vie Romantique.
Océanopolis, Clown Fish
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The windswept and dramatic coastal region of Brittany in north-western France is ruggedly beautiful and full of picturesque medieval towns, prehistoric monuments, incredible beaches, museums, architectural gems, and a unique Breton culture and heritage. It is, however, most famously a scenic region where astounding views, fresh air, great walks, and endless outdoor pursuits await. The beauty of its coastline is its greatest boon by far and those who find a vacation rental in Brittany are likely coming to seek out the stunning surroundings and adventures that it affords. If you are a serious water baby or lover of the sea and want to learn even more about this important part of life in Brittany and the various fascinating creatures sustained by the ocean around Brittany and beyond, then we highly recommend setting aside some time to visit Océanopolis during your holiday in the region...
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In the previous article we discussed the events that led to the discovery of the famous, “Sistine Chapel of Prehistory,” the Lascaux Cave located near the town of Montignac in France, 80 years ago this month by a group of young boys looking for a dog. They were surprised to find that the hole the dog fell into was actually a shaft that entered a cave system covered in prehistoric wall and ceiling paintings. This extraordinary attraction was then opened to the public for a few short years before the traffic of excited visitors and researchers constantly moving through the space led to damage of the precious paintings. As a result, the caves have been closed to the public since the 1960s. Luckily, however, detailed drawings and reproductions of the works had been done by one of the initial visitors, the Abbé Henri Breuil, and then later the artist Monique Peytrial, who spent more than ten years copying the art in the cave. From 1983, replicas of the paintings called Lascaux II, III, and IV were created nearby with IV being an incredible museum utilising the best of multi-media exhibitions and technologies to tell the story of the caves. So, if you have found a vacation rental in Montignac and want to learn more about this extraordinary place, there are still plenty of options even if the caves themselves are closed.