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With its long coastline and unequalled sardines, France’s laid-back V
With its distinctive landscapes – ranging from sandy beaches and islands to the Marais Poitevin wetlands and rolling countryside – the Vendée is hard to beat, writes Karen Tait
Paul Hardy and a fleet of fellow Cape Cutter trailer-sailers take on a biennial regatta for traditionally rigged craft
The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius proves to be so much more than a ‘fly-and-flop’ beach getaway. Sharon Parsons discovers a place with an astonishing heritage and unique culture waiting to be explored and celebrated
The home of quiche Lorraine, this north-eastern corner of France has a fascinating history – both foodie and beyond, says Liz Boulton
Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about
On the far northwest coast, both Finistère and Côtes-d’Armor offer a great quality of life and affordable properties. Having lived in France’s ‘Land’s end’ for 20 years, Annaliza Davis is keen to share its appeal
