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Scallop festival, Cotes d Armor, Brittany takes place in Erquy 9th to 10th April 2011.Brittany is arguable the very best region for fresh fish and seafood in France as the local fishermen have access to excellent fishing grounds which are fanned in the south by the warm waters of the gulf stream.The tradition of fishing and seafood is still very strong in Brittany and visitors to Brittany enjoy access to first class fishmongers who get regular deliveries of fresh fish. You can tell when the catch is arriving as there is often a queue outside and when...

Monday, January 24, 2011


Les Calanques, Cote d Azur, France, begin just to the east of Marseilles and continue along the coast to Cassis for about 20 kilometres.An area of outstanding natural beauty which is best explored by boat to appreciate the full splendor of the white limestone gorges, rich flaura and fauna and splendid, azur blue sea, the colour of which is accentuated within the Calanques. There are numerous boat trips departing from Cassis or the Vieux Port in Marseille between April and November, costing around 25€ per adult and 18€ per child. A boat...

Monday, January 24, 2011


Eating out in the Cote d’Azur, France, our guide to eating out and food and drink in general in the Cote d’Azur.The New Coisette in Cannes on the Rue du Commandant Andre is a trendy café offering hot snacks.Cannes covered market, located just below the hill at Le Suquet near the old port has a fantastic choice of fresh, local produce and excellent seafood.Located in Rue St Dizier in the beautiful old Le Suquet area of Cannes, Le Suquetan restaurant offers a menu rich in French specialities devised by the chef Frederic Laffargue.Fish...

Sunday, January 23, 2011


Eating out in Provence, France, our guide to eating out and food and drink in general in the Provence.Le Moutardier restaurant in Avignon enjoys a superb emplacement overlooking the monumental Palais des Papes. Local cuisine and dished from the Lyon area are on offer.La Mirande restaurant in Avignon is a haut cuisine establishment set in a splendid hotel with Louis XVI décor. You can take cooking lessons here.Le Grand Café restaurant in Avignon is located in the centre of the old town and offers a rather today version of Southern French...

Sunday, January 23, 2011


Monet’s Garden at Giverny is set in the grounds of the house where the famous French artist Monet lived between 1883 and 1992, it was a source of inspiration for many of his greatest works of art.Monet designed the garden himself to suit his artistic taste, it is quite straightforward in format but its brilliance lies in the profusion of colour which, in his time, Monet captured on canvas. There are two parts to Monet’s garden, the Clos Normand which is rectangular and the Water Garden around the pretty, shuttered house with lovely rose...

Friday, January 21, 2011



Rugby, France versus Scotland, Paris, France on Saturday February 5th, 2011 in the Stade de France.France are the defending champions of the six nations championship and they take on Scotland in the 80,000 capacity Stade de France, built in 1988. The match kicks off at 17.00 and will be floodlit.The French captain Jean-Baptiste Elissalde will be leading his side out in the hope of beating the Scots and taking a step towards retaining the six nations championship.The Stade de France is located in Saint-Denis, just a short train ride on the RERB from the...

Monday, January 17, 2011



Historical Rally of Monte-Carlo, Monaco, France takes place in and around Monte Carlo between the 26th January and 2nd February 2011.This is the major winter rally for the Historical cars and a fabulous opportunity to see the likes of the old Saabs and Citroen DS in action against a backdrop of Europe’s most dramatic coastal scenery.Prior to the meet in Monte Carlo the cars are on show around France before taking on the Monte Carlo circuit. For more information call +377 93 15 26 00 or email the Monaco Automobile Club on info@acm.mcThere is plenty...

Monday, January 17, 2011


Dog sleigh race, Peisey Vallandry, French Alps takes place 20th to 21st January 2011.The fourth “Defi Rohone-Alpes Cours de traineau a chiens” singles event is a sprint stage, starts in pairs and runs into the night.It’s an unusual opportunity to see race trained dogs competing pulling sleds, departing from Pont Baudin.For the latest information on the next event please just ask. To book a chalet or a ski holiday apartment in Peisey Vallandry, view the appropriate section in our superb range of luxury ski apartments...

Sunday, January 16, 2011


Trois Vallees Enduro, Courchevel, France takes place on the 10 April 2011 in Courchevel.The 3 Vallees Enduro event is for all levels and includes a Derby, skiercross, Big Air Bag, triple border and slalom XXL. New for 2011 there is also the Famille Pro.For the latest information on the next event please just ask. To book self catering ski holiday accommodation in France view our wide range of luxury ski apartments and ski chalets in the top ski resorts in France, including our Courchevel chalets. Our holiday advisors can provide details of all...

Saturday, January 15, 2011


Kandahar Alpine ski World Cup for men, Les Houches, French Alps takes place on January 29th to 30th January 2011.The Kandahar event takes place on the mythical Verte des Houches slope. On Saturday 29 January there is a decent at 12.00, on Sunday 30 at 11.00 there is a decent and at 14.00 the Slalom, then the podium prize giving is at 15.00.For more information on the Ski World Cup on the Piste du Kandahar at Les Houches, part of the Chamonix Mont Blanc ski area call +33 4 50 55 50 62 or email info@leshouches.comTo book a ski holiday in France, check out...

Friday, January 14, 2011


Snow and ice sculpture, Valloire, France, between 21 and 23 January 2011 Valloire celebrates the twentieth anniversary of this amazing event.You can watch the artists working the snow and ice by day and night until they complete their works, which really are impressive and often stunningly beautiful. The 20eme concours de sculptures de glace takes place on the plateau de Veneys.There will also be a son et lumiere show on the 20 January which will be particularly spectacular as this is an anniversary year.The ice sculptures competition is a big event and...

Thursday, January 13, 2011


Winter X Games Europe 2011, Tignes, France, takes place in Tignes 16 to 18 March.Attracting a hundred and twenty five of the top winter athletes from around the world the Winter X Games Europe Tignes has on the program, ladies and mens SuperPipe for ski and snowboard, Ladies and mens Slopestyle and a freestyle Snowmobile demonstration.It’s sure to be spectacular.  To book a ski holiday in Tignes view our superb selection of luxury ski apartments in Tignes. If you need any assistance at all finding suitable accommodation in Tignes or...

Wednesday, January 12, 2011


Polo in the snow in Val d’Isere, or Master de polo sur neige as it is known locally begins tomorrow in Val d’Isere.For four days top polo professionals will be astride their trusty steeds at the foot of the Face de Bellevarde. This is a popular annual event and there will be a good crowd watching as night falls. If you are fortunate to be in Val d’Isere tomorrow then why not go along and enjoy the event.For more information call +33 4 79 06 06 06 or email info@valdisere.comTo book a ski holiday in Val d’Isere view our superb...

Monday, January 10, 2011


Robert de Niro to preside over Cannes film festival 2011 according to French television news this morning.Mr de Niro is no stranger to the Palm d’Or himself following successes with two of his many illustrious roles in Taxi driver and The Mission.So the president of the panel of judges for 2011 at Cannes will be on the lookout for the next coveted Palm d’Or winner in the cote d’Azur glamour resort of Cannes in May 11th to 22nd 2011.To book your villa holiday in Cannes on the Cote d’Azur, view our selection of four and five star...

Friday, January 07, 2011


 
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