Burgundy unearthed

This city in southeastern France is known for its ancient history and legendary culinary scene — but it’s also worth visiting for its forward-looking green initiatives and young chefs who aren’t afraid to experiment

Jeremy Ellwood mixes waterways with fairways on a maiden river cruise with his wife to the wine-making region of Bordeaux in the south-west corner of France

From mountain towns to seaside villages this journey explores the adventurous, rustic and unapologetically fiery region of southern Italy. Start in Cosenza, a historic hill town, and sample fileja – t

It’s a dog’s life. Staying in Val Cenis, the day started cold, but with the astonishing clarity of sunshine and light you only find in the mountains in winter. Kitted out in my warmest gear, I took th

WITH SUMMER ALMOST over, we at last managed an all-too-short driving holiday, discovering the Val de Loire region of France over seven days in our 2005 Maserati Cambiocorsa. That the Loire is one of t

Offering such a wealth and variety of scenery, culture and gastronomy, it can be difficult deciding where to buy in France – Karen Tait highlights some of the most popular areas across France, along with average house prices to help you budget