Lille, City in Nord, France

Lille is a city in the northern part of France, within French Flanders. Positioned along the Deûle river, nearFrance’s border with Belgium, it is the capital of the Hauts-de-France region, the prefecture  Famous Writers from LilleLille has been home to several notable writers over the years. Here are a few famousones: 1. Amélie Suard (1750-1830) […]

Paris Restaurants

French food isn’t all about haute cuisine and fine dining – some of the best food to be enjoyed in Paris can be bought for a couple of euros from a humble boulangerie. Here’s our pick of the gastronomic highlights. GRAVITY BAR The best restaurant for cocktails and dinner The curving wooden interiors of this […]

Paris Hidden Gems

As one of the quintessential cities to visit when traveling, there are so many hidden gems in Paris to discover beyond the popular spots. Paris may immediately bring to mind the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre Museum but the city has so much more to offer. The local delicacies, wine, shopping areas […]

Must-See Places in Paris

Paris, France’s capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along […]