France Impressions

France Impressions is a blog about my travels throughout France. Travel is about embarking on journeys, discovering new places, its people, learning from others and in particular, learning about oneself. I believe travel is an art and I like to craft trips and tours around your personality, interests, desires and dreams. I undertake to open for you 'doors that are normally closed" thereby ensuring you gain access to exclusive experiences while introducing you to extraordinary personalities.

Ham and Sausage heaven found in Paris's Haute (upper) Marais District

Paris - If you want to try French Regional Candies then head over to the Left Bank and a store not to be missed!

Its Spring in Paris and that means one thing - Radishes and how to eat them French Style

Visiting Impressionist Paintings in Paris without Crowds..............

Hidden France - The French Atlantic Radiant Isles - One of my secret places to hide away and spend time in!

Doctors discover new malady connected with travel..............be aware, please.

Jambon-Beurre - A French national Treasure - a Sandwich, but not just a simple sandwich

Paris - A new Philharmonic Hall in another ugly building

The French Alps - Courchevel 2014

Oyster outing in Brittany - Its like kissing the sea on the lips!

Howard's Pick for the French Region of the Year

Stephane Grappelli - A France national treasure

Paris - The Grand Palais ( Museum) turned into an Ice Skate rink during December

On my way to France for the Holidays

In Paris, when you can't afford a Grand Dame hotel at 1000 Euros a night, then...........

I wish I was a kid AGAIN...especially when I see children's stores in Paris

Eurostar is 20 years old today

Northern Brittany - A new star in 2015 is soon to appear......

The Dining Room; Domaine de la Baume, Tourtour - One of the best hotel restaurants in the world

Remembrance - Both in France and England Nov 11 - 11th day 11th Hour World War 1 ends............

Forget Xbox and I pads, remember collecting toy soldiers? Here are 2 of the best places in Paris

Off to France in a week or two for a month and remembeing one of Frances greatest treasures..

Brittany (my favorite area of France) - One of my favorite hidden villages - DINAN on the river Rance

Christmas is the best in Paris - The window decorations are the best in the world and this year is no exception

A new Paris Boutique chain part of the Intercontinental chain - moderately priced next to the Opera - The Indigo Brand

Hot Dog à la Parisienne! - I love all kinds of hot dogs..............

My France travel thoughts for the day......................

My remedy for overwhelming museum visits - just slow down! That's It, its simple..

A beautiful and less stressful sense of arrival in Paris and other European cities

Believe it or not, there is no such thing as ‘food for kids’ in France. Les enfants simply eat normal food.