Until last year I didn’t know anything about the Ardèche – I even wasn’t aware of its existence. When in December 2018 we discovered it together with Julien, I immediately added this region to my personal the-best-of-France list. If to you the word “Ardèche” still doesn’t mean anything, believe me it’s a pity and must … More The Hidden Gem of the Ardèche
What is the best way to have dinner at the Michelin starred restaurant without spending a fortune? Going there quickly after the restaurant’s nomination! Not only it’s a pleasure to be among the first ones to discover a new talented chef but also a chance to pay the “before Michelin star” price for an exceptional … More A Star Is Born: New Michelin Starred Restaurant in Brittany
Summer is just around the corner and it means the season of weekend escapes is opened! Since I work as a full time lawyer and have to spend summer in Paris (except a couple of weeks of vacations in August), I always try to make the best use of my weekends to leave the city … More Brittany Getaway at the Historical Hotel Castelbrac
I’ve been in Venice multiple times but I never get tired of this unique place. Among all Italian cities Venice is the most contradictory: some people adore it, some people detest it but no one remains indifferent. Those who make bad impression of Venice usually come there in a wrong moment or stay in the … More Venice Off-Season Guide
Italy is my favorite holiday destination which I visit several times per year but there’re still many places in this country that I’d love to discover. Recently I’ve explored one of the iconic Italian spots, the Amalfi Coast, and got fascinated by this tiny stretch of the coastline full of the most beautiful villages, grottos, … More Amalfi Coast in the Off-Season
Eating is an essential part of any trip to Italy. It’s one of the main pleasures, not less important than beautiful nature or rich culture and history. To be exact, Italian cuisine IS a part of Italian cultural heritage, without which Italy wouldn’t be Italy anymore… A memorable meal is not only food delicious on … More Ultimate gastronomic experience in the Dolomites
I love hotels with a soul. When a hotel isn’t just a business project but also a passion for its owners. When there’s not only stylish interior but also a story behind the beautiful facade. That’s the reason why I’m always fascinated by the family-run hotels and find them particularly warm and cozy. As a result … More Genuine Italian hospitality in the heart of the Dolomites
Visiting Strasbourg in March might seem a weird idea – winter is almost over but spring hasn’t properly started yet, it’s cold and wet and moody… The city remains beautiful in any weather but the walks will probably be not as long as in summer, since after a half of an you you feel an … More Strasbourg by mouth
I love discovering new hotels in Paris. Not only because I can after recommend them to my friends who come to visit the city, but also because I love feeling myself a tourist in Paris, at least for a few hours! The hotel Grands Boulevards belongs to the same group as the Grand Pigalle hotel … More Discovering the hotel Grands Boulevards in Paris
There’s no bad time for visiting Tuscany. This region is beautiful in any season, even under the rain or snow (which is rather rare there, so one can consider himself lucky if he caught a moment of snow falling and saw the famous hills covered with white powder). Anyway most of tourists choose summer months … More Winter holidays in Tuscany
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