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20th January 2011

Holidays in Saone-et-Loire, Burgundy, France

The area of Saone-et-Loire in southern Burgundy is named after the two rivers that flow through it. Visitors can hike on the riverbanks of both the Saone and the Loire and even enjoy a swim to cool off. It is possible to hire canoes to get a different per...

13th January 2011

Holidays in Ariege, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Situated in the southwest of France, Ariege is in the Midi-Pyrenees region next to Andorra. Its tallest mountains are visible from as far as Toulouse on a clear day. Undoubtedly one of the regions of France least affected by tourism, it remains unspoiled ...

12th January 2011

Holidays in Lot, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Just east of the Dordogne department of Aquitaine, in the north Midi-Pyrenees region, lies the beautiful department of Lot. Typical of most areas within the region, low comprises of sloping valleys, impressive mountains and lush countryside. Its unspoilt,...

11th January 2011

Holidays in Tarn, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Tarn is a fabulous place to visit if you want to experience the authentic charm of southern France. I visited earlier this summer and stayed for the duration of the warm months. It is a beautiful place with plenty of rustic charm and impressive scenery – ...

10th January 2011

Holidays in Gers, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Taking its name from the Gers River, Gers is situated in the Midi-Pyrenees region of southwest France. Often described as a ‘French Tuscany’, its caramel-coloured houses and agricultural landscape with fields of crops and flowers epitomises rural French b...

09th January 2011

Holidays in Vosges, Lorraine, France

In the province of Lorraine, northeast France, Vosges takes its name from the Vosges Mountains on its border. It offers a landscape of unparalleled natural beauty and appeals especially to tourists of winter sports. The historical background and culture o...

07th January 2011

Holidays in Aveyron, Midi-Pyrenees, France

Named after the Aveyron River, Aveyron is situated in southern France, southwest of the Massif Central. It is famous for its world-class meadows filled with unique flowers, its natural, rural beauty and the rich cultural tapestry of the area, which is evi...

06th January 2011

Holidays in Jerez, Andalucia, Spain

Jerez is built upon an old Moorish fortress that has been partially restored. In land area, it is the largest municipality in the area with a lot of its ground being used to grow fruit and to herd cattle and horses. Its strength now lies in the processing...

06th January 2011

Holidays in the Midi-Pyrenees, France

The Midi-Pyrenees, situated in southwest France, is the largest region in the country. Stretching along the mountain ranges of the French-Spanish border and reaching across Gascony north to the Lot Department, the Midi-Pyrenees holds a total of four regio...

05th January 2011

Holidays in Jalon Valley, Valencia, Spain

Jalon is a scenic wonder situated within the Sierra de Bernia mountain range in a rich lush valley. Fruit and nuts pervade the senses: grape, olive, orange and almond crops sourced as local produce. Wine of estimable quality enjoyed throughout Spain. The ...

05th January 2011

Holidays in Indre-Et-Loire, Loire Valley, France

Indre-et-Loire is a department in the Loire Valley region, named after the two rivers that flow through it. The region is not only dominated by its waterways and countryside, but is also home to several chateaux and the beautiful historic town of Tours. ...

04th January 2011

Holidays in Huelva, Costa de la Luz, Spain

Huelva is significant, not only to European history, but also to the Americas. As this city and its surrounding villages was the pivotal point for one of the greatest discoverers, none other than Christopher Columbus. He stayed here, prayed here and colle...

04th January 2011

Holidays in Pyrenees-Orientales, France

The department of Pyrenees-Orientales is located on the border between France and Spain, on the Mediterranean coast. As well as being home to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the country, visitors to Pyrenees-Orientales can enjoy visiting ...

08th December 2010

Holidays in Gaucin, Andalucia, Spain

The village of Gaucin starts from the foot of Castillo del Aquila and stretches to the slopes of mount Hacho on the Serrania de Ronda mountain range. As you wind up the road, the scenery pleasantly changes in colour and tone from the green of ashes and wi...

08th December 2010

Holidays in Loir-et-Cher, Loire Valley, France

The deprtement of Loir-et-Cher is located in the centre of France, on the Loire River. The area is known for its historic towns and castles, such as the famous grand Chateau de Chambord. Although towns in the region are located on the Loire River, the les...