The world's largest sailing yacht, Orient Express Corinthian, has been officially launched following a naming ceremony at Saint-Nazaire, France, and is now positioning for her inaugural cruise. Flying the French flag, this 220-metre sailing ship ushers in a new era of travel, or perhaps evokes nostalgia for an old one among those voyagers who feel ...

Morzine is a traditional Alpine resort in the French Alps It is located in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, one of the world's largest ski areas. As such, Morzine offers excellent and expansive skiing and snowboarding for all levels, along with a wide range of other wintertime activities. And in late afternoon and evening Morzine comes into its o...

Morzine is an Alpine experience on a grand scale in winter and summer alike Morzine, in the heart of the French Alps, embodies a distinctive vision of the mountains. Authentic yet modern, sporty without being exclusive, lively while never losing its soul. With transfers from Geneva International Airport, in around 90 minutes, this Haute-Savoie reso...

Burgundy is the home of classy Chardonnay and delicate Pinot Noir. Wine just happens to be grown in the most beautiful places in the world. "I have noticed that," said Margaux Laroche with a laugh. She should know. She is the seventh-generation owner and winemaker at Le Domaine D'Henri in Chablis, an appellation in France's stunning and renowned Bu...

Nouvelle-Aquitaine a large region in south-west France takes in : Bordeaux : a city with vineyards and ocean Cognac : known for its brandy and natural territory Atlantic Coast : 970km of coastline Biarritz – Pays basque :a seaside town at the foot of the Pyrenees Dordogne Valley: known for its prehistoric sites, castles and natural beauty Limoges: ...

The Vézère Valley near the village of Montignac, in the Dordogne region of France is the site of a complex of prehistoric caves. Over 600 wall paintings, from some 17,000 years ago, cover the interior walls and ceilings of the caves. Of these, the Lascaux Cave is the most remarkable and was open to the public until 1963. ​(Images contributed by : D...