Best Baking Workshops in France
Millefeuille, tarte aux framboises, Paris-Brest. From elaborately decorated pastries to mouth-watering classics, baking in France is an institution. On your next trip to France, perhaps…
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Retracing the Footsteps of Claude Monet, 100 Years Later
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Claude Monet’s death, commemorating one of France’s most influential artists and a founding figure of Impressionism. From the…
From Louis I to Louis XIX, A Guide to the Many King Louis
Who was the King Louis who was sent to the guillotine? Which King Louis had the Château de Versailles built? Which king was named Saint…
Your Guide to Paris’ 3rd Arrondissement
Paris’ 3rd arrondissement is one of the capital’s most quietly captivating neighborhoods. Known for its creative energy and understated elegance, it offers a lived-in, authentic…
The Perfect French Riviera Honeymoon Itinerary
Dress fitting? Check. Vows written? Yes. Rehearsal dinner organized? Bingo. You might have all the logistics nailed down for your wedding, but planning your honeymoon…
How to Spend Valentine’s Day in the City of Love
Paris has long been synonymous with romance, making it the ultimate destination for Valentine’s Day. From candlelit dinners drifting along the Seine to browsing some…
Our Clients’ Favorite Experiences in 2025
From Paris to Provence, Bordeaux to the Alps, our clients discovered the beauty of France this past year. In 2025, French Side Travel organized hundreds…
10 Expositions You Can’t Miss in Paris in 2026
Paris never stops reinventing itself, and 2026 promises to be an inspiring cultural season. From major retrospectives to immersive and family-friendly exhibitions, the city invites…
13 Best Adventurous Activities in France
For many, vacation equates to laying low and relaxing. But for others, it means embarking on exhilarating adventures. And in France, both easygoing and active…
Experiences in France for Every Type of Traveler in 2026
Planning a trip to France and looking for activities beyond typical walking tours and sightseeing? French Side Travel is launching several exciting new experiences for…
Where to Spend Christmas in France
Snuggled up under the blankets in front of the Christmas tree at home is a great way to spend Christmas. But an even better way…
A Tale of Two Winters: Paris and the French Alps
In Paris, rainy, windswept days feel warmer with chocolat chaud in iconic cafés and chestnuts roasting at the marchés de Noël. Meanwhile, in the French…