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In this section, you’ll find all the Oliver’s France posts: regional destinations, travel tips, France-wide activities, language tools, food, and much more. To go directly to regional destinations, click on the Regional tab on the menu, or click on one of the photos in the regional section on the home page. If you have something particular you want to find, there’s a search bar on the right side of the menu. And for a listing of all categories and posts, click HERE.
Start Dreaming of France Travel
Start Dreaming of France Travel in 2025! If you’re thinking about travel for 2025, Oliver’s France has some suggestions for you. It’s not too early to explore what you want to do. Southeast? Northwest? Paris and day trips from there? Take some time over the...
France in the News: 5 Stories
France in the News: 5 Stories France is in the news. Get up to speed with these 5 interesting stories of recent developments in l’Hexagone (French nickname for their country, shaped like a 5-sided hexagon!) Snowfall in Paris Right about the time Americans were...
Black Friday at Oliver’s France!!
Oliver's France doesn't want to be left out of Black Friday festivities and discounts! You might be planning your next trip already for 2025 or beyond, and we want you to be equipped with helpful travel and language resources. So, here is the news.... (The summary, if...
10 Famous French Pastries (and where to find them)
10 Famous French Pastries One of the iconic treasures visitors most seek in Paris is the French pastry. It’s known around the world for good reasons. They don’t just look good! The taste equals the artistic appearance. There are 1300 bakeries in Paris. Most...
French Wine Basics
One of the pleasures France is most known for is its wine. Centuries of careful crafting, along with ideal climate and soil combinations, have made France stand out as a producer of quality wines known around the world. Some references claim there are 330 unique wine...
Le Marais: A Must-Visit in Paris
The next time you’re in Paris, Le Marais is one neighborhood you should have on your must-visit list during your trip. What is Le Marais? The word marais in French means swamp or wetlands (marsh.) This area was once marshy, but in the 12th century was drained...
Holiday Gifts to Prepare for France Travel
As I write this, fall is well-rooted in France. Temperatures have fallen to the low to mid-60s and there’s rain in the forecast all week. Southern France might do a bit better, but not for long. Winter is coming. The arrival of winter might make us think about...
Colorful Villefranche-sur-Mer
Villefranche-sur-Mer Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of my favorite places on the Mediterranean. It’s just two stops on the train from Nice, so it’s perfect for a day trip. All of the wonderful day trips possible from Nice are also near Villefranche. For a longer...
Amazing Eze Village
Amazing Eze Village...Perched over the Riviera No trip to the Nice area would be complete without visiting Eze Village, perched on the steep hillside between Monaco and St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat. It hangs over the Mediterranean like a medieval jewel, 1400 feet above sea...
Introducing: The Oliver’s France Store (check it out!)
An Exciting Announcement from Oliver’s France For the last eight years, Oliver’s France has showcased some of the best things to do all across France. It sweeps every corner of this incredibly varied and fabulous country from an insider’s perspective, giving...
Hyères, A Dream Destination
Hyères, A Dream Destination If you’re looking for a dreamy destination on the Cote d’Azur, one that isn’t overrun by tourists, consider Hyères (pronounced Yaire). But it isn’t a village, either, with about 50,000 full-time inhabitants. You’ll see right away why...
Bountiful Bonnieux!
Bonnieux, Provence Bonnieux is a picturesque and hilly Provence village in the Luberon area, a worthy addition to your Provence vacation or road trip. Up to the 19th century, it was a prestigious town when the region belonged to the Pope. You can see signs of that...
