Peak fun

Take the train for a laid-back tour of the Côte d’Azur’s glitzy cities and lesser-known towns, jumping off to buy a slice of pissaladière, visit a museum or dip your toes in the sea.

This week’s dream: the romance of the night train ...

Jim Perrin raises our anticipation for the coming season, recalling the gleaming, glittering challenges of winter climbing in the Cairngorms

Surfing, kayaking, golfing and more will keep all ages occupied at this resort in Aquitaine

The Canal du Rhône au Rhin stretches 237km through the east of France, but we had decided to spend a leisurely trip travelling just 55km, following the River Doubs between the cities of Dole and Besan

Discover hidden haven, Moliets-et-Maa – the perfect family getaway for all ages