Behind the ochre facades and palm trees of the Promenade, Nice hides a wealth of unlikely stories, from the window of a legendary burglar to a chapel perched on the first floor. Follow the guide for an overview of the curiosities that few visitors know about.
What if the mountain was no longer just a winter affair? Over the past three years, 41% of the French have spent time there in summer, more than in winter (30%). The alpine pastures replace the slopes, mountain bikes take over from skis, and the perched villages transform into precious cool refuges when the plains suffocate. Here’s a brief overview of six Franco-Swiss resorts that can be fully enjoyed well beyond skiing, from Haute-Savoie to Valais.
A travel guide that starts by telling you not to use it in the shower... you can immediately tell you're not in a typical Petit Futé.
Five centuries, two great dynasties, an empire that has shaped Chinese identity to this day: a dive into imperial China, from its legendary birth to its fall in 1911.
Every summer, Valloire transforms the Verneys plateau into a giant workshop where straw and hay become monumental sculptures. An artistic interlude, raw and surprising.
Looking for a vacation where nature takes back its rights and simplicity goes hand in hand with freedom? France 4 Naturisme offers a way of life, from beaches to mountains, designed to reconnect with what matters most.
A flight that takes off three hours late, a missed connection, a vacation departure that starts in the boarding area rather than on the beach... Every year, millions of travelers experience this kind of mishap without knowing that they are often entitled to financial compensation of up to 600 euros. And European regulations have just tightened in their favor. We offer you an overview of your rights in 2026, what the reform adopted this year will change, and especially the concrete steps to take to recover what is rightfully yours.
This summer, the Haute Tarentaise Vanoise brings culture to life: aerial performances, roaming humor, music in the farms, and village concerts to experience the valley in a different way.
Want to surprise your loved one without necessarily traveling halfway across the globe? Good news, France is full of gems for a weekend for two that is far from ordinary. Treehouse cabins, transparent bubbles under the stars, vintage caravans, or a night in a lighthouse... the choices are vast (and sometimes bewildering). Here are 10 ideas for unusual getaways to rekindle the flame and create memories like no other. A little note before we begin: the unusual is on the rise. According to the Observatory of Unusual Accommodations, this market generated 430 million euros in 2023, an increase of 65% compared to 2021. And above all, these atypical stays have become the domain of couples: by 2025, 68% of bookings were for two travelers. So, you’re not alone in searching for a cozy nest to reconnect.
With 42.7 million foreign visitors welcomed in 2025, a record high, Japan has never been more of a dream destination for travelers from around the world. France is no exception: the archipelago attracts more and more tourists from France each year, captivated by this unique blend of ancient traditions and futuristic modernity. However, preparing for a first trip to Japan is not straightforward. Should you stay for ten days, two weeks, or a month? Focus on the big cities or venture out to explore the countryside? Here are our tips for creating an itinerary in Japan tailored to the time you have available.
