The 7th biggest city in France in terms of population, Strasbourg is like a beautiful daughter born to a French mother and a German father. It is a pleasant city that is surprisingly international and boasts an excellent quality of life.
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Heidelberg
Some people say Heidelberg is Germany's most inspiring city. Walking along its streets lined with charming houses, it is easy to justify this claim. It is, after all, one of the most important tourist destinations in Germany.
Hallo, Frankfurt !
In general, one goes to Frankfurt for business, not for pleasure. And as someone I know who currently lives there so memorably said: "There is nothing to see in Frankfurt. Period!"
Munich, My New Love
After spending two weeks learning German and living like a local, Munich has come to occupy a very special place in my heart. Its beautiful streets lined with impressive buildings and meticulously tended gardens, especially the vast Englischer Garten, the abundance of beer gardens and a pervading cheerful southern German atmosphere are some of the aspects that I really appreciate about this city, also known as “Toytown” for its easygoing attitude, extremely high quality of life and low levels of crime.
Bamberg
After Rothenburg ob der Tauber, I continued on to another highlight along southern Germany’s Romantic Road : Bamberg.
Germany, Here I Come!
This summer I decided to spend a couple of weeks in Germany to improve my German. I have been learning German since last September.
Shiatsu in Normandy
As a hobby, I practice Shiatsu, a form of massage therapy from Japan. My Shiatsu school here in Paris, Toshiatsu, organised a seminar that took place in a beautiful Tibetan temple in Normandy over the Easter weekend.
Britanny
I took a week off from work at the end of April, and travelled along Brittany’s northern coast by bike. Due to its isolation, Britanny has kept a distinct Celtic heritage. Thanks to the abundance of beautiful beaches, Britanny often finds itself in competition with the Côte d’Azur region in southern France for the title of France’s favorite holiday destination. If I had to choose my favourite region in France, Brittany would be it!
Travel Ideas for 2020
This will probably be a work-in-progress article for a while, a place to stock my travel ideas for Year 2020.
Narbonne
Narbonne is called the eldest daughter of Rome in Gaul (the ancient name for France), because of its early association with the Romans, long before the rest of Gaul was conquered and incorporated into the Roman Empire.
Carcassonne
Having read the best-selling novel “Labyrinth” by the British writer Kate Mosse, I was really hyped about Carcassonne and its ancient citadel. It was the highlight of my trip to Occitanie.
Cordes sur Ciel
I found Cordes sur Ciel almost by accident. While wandering around in Albi, I spotted a bus with the destination blind saying “Cordes sur Ciel” — and I thought, “sur Ciel”? Like, in the sky? My curiosity got the better of me, and I was on a bus heading to Cordes sur Ciel before I knew it.
Les Flâneries 