The dream city, the world capital of romance, the instantly recognized French classic, the destination that's "always a good idea" - the list of epithets to inimitable Paris is simply everlasting! When referring to town, the imagination instantly draws the graceful silhouette of the Eiffel Tower majestically dominating the Champ de Mars, monument-lined boulevards with croissant-scented bistros, and adorable tour boats peacefully floating down the Seine. Paris is all about the good old classics like the majestic Notre Dame, about the iconic architecture of the Palace of Versailles, about chic boutiques, tastefully decorated homes, and, of course, the haute French cuisine and top-class Michelin-starred restaurants. Plus, Paris has been home and an infinite source of inspiration for hundreds of artists, creators, and philosophers who've set their hearts on the Montmartre district and turned the city into one of the planet's greatest art repositories, topped by the incomparable Louvre. We bet you have at least once dreamt to immerse in the exceptional atmosphere of sparkling Paris and to learn the art of living a-la French, haven't you?...Read more
The city of Bordeaux has taken the best you can dream about while in France: wonderful historic legacy, stunning architecture, incredible scenery, divinely tasty cheese, and, of course, an enviably rich wine selection. Often referred to as the "Paris of the South", Bordeaux is laced with exceptional French charm and elegance as well as adorned with numerous places of interest. While there don't overlook such highlights as the exquisite Place de la Bourse with a reflecting water fountain, the lavish Bordeaux Cathedral, and the outstanding gothic Basilica of St. Michael. Once having covered the main Bordeaux attractions, it's high time to treat yourself with a glass of saturated local wine. Surrounded by sun-drenched vineyards, Bordeaux is the capital of one of the oldest wine-making regions in the country, preserving ancient traditions, dating back to the 1st century A.D. Ready to enrich your knowledge about quality wine?...Read more