Ocean holidays are always the best. They have a certain tangible benefit attached to them that can only be understood by a person who has gone on a lot of overseas holidays by the sea.

Allowing the smoking of cigarettes in public places is become increasingly rare in Europe, and France is now added to the list of countries that have opted for a ban.

Advanced ski equipment allowing skiers more speed and a more carefree attitude has led to more accidents - including deaths - on the ski slopes in both Northern America and Europe. Some U.S. resorts are going to take speeding skiers to court...

If you’re looking for a great skiing holiday location, then be sure to check out St Martin de Belleville in the Rhône-Alpes region of France! The resort boasts the best of both worlds.

It's a question that has preoccupied many here in France over the past month, and sadly made the headlines far too often. It's also one to which it's difficult to provide an answer.

This is the rather muddled tale of the public holiday that disappeared from the French calendar four years ago when it became a quasi-working day. But lo and behold, and hallelujah, everything’s back to normal at last and lundi Pentecôte, or Whit Monday, is once again a day off.

Nice has already been for decades a get away for the French and the international visitors alike. With architecture that reflects its history, and hotels its popularity, Nice is not only a perfect centre for a cultural holiday, but also provides all that a cultured individual could require for relaxation and rest.

If you are looking for a great getaway that offers you sun, fun and excitement, then Nice should not be too far from your thoughts. The city is situated on the French Riviera and offers a fantastic alternative to some of the more cliche beach destinations.

Bordeaux is one of France’s most beautiful regions and is well worth discovering with car hire. Renting a car in Bordeaux allows you to explore this region at a pace that suits you, meaning you can visit a range of locations all over the region.

There was an end of a television era here yesterday as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor, affectionately known in this country as PPDA, made his final broadcast as anchorman on TF1's prime time news slot.