The Strasbourg Christkindelsmärik is the oldest Christmas market in France

The Magic of the Strasbourg Christmas Market

I’m a self-confessed romantic and love everything about the festive season. There’s nothing better than curling up fireside to watch Love Actually, Serendipity, or It’s a Wonderful Life. Say the words Christmas Market and it has the very same effect. A weekend or day trip with the one you love on your arm and you’re starring in your very own holiday romance. Here’s the pick of the most romantic destinations ideal for ...

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French chic style to ageing gracefully

The French Style of Ageing Gracefully

It’s no secret that the world has always been obsessed with the way French women live their lives.  They have a very special trademark that is pretty hard to beat.  Let's face it, they are renowned the world over for their signature ‘je ne sais quoi’. So, why do French women appear to age with such style and elegance? Interestingly enough, their secret to graceful ageing does not involve Botox, eye lifts or ...

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Fashionable Paris at Christian Dior

Fashionable Paris

As you know if you’ve watched the episodes of Sex and the City where Carrie drools over the Eiffel Tower much to the disdain of her lover’s daughter, I never did like Petrovski. Paris is after all, not only historical but also a fashion lovers paradise. For inspiration, book tickets online for a visit to the Musée Yves Saint Laurent for a lesson in chic. Now you can mortgage your house ...

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Paris for the day. Bonjour Musée Rodin, Paris.

Paris for the Day

Trips to London can often be tiring, especially when coming from the southern hemisphere, so all the checking in and out of hotels with a big suitcase doesn’t always make for joyous travel experiences. Paris is only 2 hours and 10 minutes away on the Eurostar, which makes it just as perfect and a shorter ride than going to Bath, for instance. It is essential to book in advance and do yourself ...

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