If you're looking for a French destination that has everything to please for a weekend, Toulouse checks many boxes. A mild climate whose advantage is sometimes overlooked in France, a compact historic center (perfect for a short stay), generous cuisine, and a vibrant cultural life... The fourth largest city in France has even been named "best city to visit" by Lonely Planet, a recognition that has contributed to the influx of visitors in recent years. In 2024, the metropolis surpassed 5 million commercial overnight stays, and its cultural sites exceeded 3 million visitors in 2025. In other words, you won't be alone... but you'll have plenty to keep you busy. Here’s a guide to help you organize your weekend without missing anything.
With its fine sandy beaches, typical villages, and mountains accessible from a young age, the Basque Country has established itself as one of the favorite family destinations for the French. The region welcomed 20.6 million visitors in 2025, a large portion of whom were families seeking fresh air and authenticity. Whether you are traveling with a baby, young children, or hard-to-please teenagers, here is our selection of activities, beaches, and villages to discover during your next family stay in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques.
A narrow island in the heart of Osaka houses museums, a concert hall, and gardens; the 2026 season promises a range of exhibitions and events to explore on foot.
With its vast spaces, vibrant forests, and cities with such a unique accent, Quebec captivates many French travelers. However, organizing a trip to the Beautiful Province is not always an easy task: the distances are immense, the climate varies greatly depending on the season, and the experiences offered are so numerous that it can be overwhelming. Here are the essential tips to calmly prepare for your first trip across the Atlantic.
Spring often rhymes with a desire for escape: in Scotland, the season promises to be vibrant with colors, sounds, and spirits — between carpets of flowers, music festivals, and whisky celebrations, there is plenty to fill your notebook with inspirations.
A 10-hectare pedestrian area where people come to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with a simpler relationship to time and nature.
Currents, vortices, and engineer's visions: The Château du Clos Lucé unfolds, from June 6 to September 13, 2026, an immersive journey that delves into the bubbling mind of Leonardo da Vinci, eternal lover of water.
Less than a three-hour flight away, a small piece of the Mediterranean gathers dizzying cliffs, turquoise coves, and peaceful villages. Spring acts as the chief decorator: soft light, 25°C on the thermometer, and nature in full bloom. Tempted?
In 2026, the King's Kitchen Garden turns a symbolic page in its history: four centuries after the birth of Jean-Baptiste de La Quintinie, the famous garden will experience an exceptional season.
Need for fresh air, freedom, and ideas for your next getaways? Head to Toulouse at the end of March: the Occ'Ygène fair is returning to MEETT, bringing a breeze of nature, Vanlife, and responsible tourism to the Pink City.
