Amiens: how to make the most of an overnight France stay!

Amiens: how to make the most of an overnight France stay!

France
Amiens is probably not top of your French wish list. However, this charming small city still has attractions which make it an appealing overnight stop-off on the way down to Brittany or the south of France. Please don't just stop at a budget hotel on the outskirts then charge off straight after breakfast. Amiens should be part of your France experience, you won't regret it. Read on to find out how to make the most of an overnight stay in Amiens with your kids. Drinking in the views in Amiens! Cooling down in the summer heat! Summer Son et Lumiere display Exploring the restaurants in the Saint Leu district of Amiens Colourful street in Amiens centre Light show on the Cathedral during your overnight stay in Amiens If you are…
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How to plan the most memorable break in Paris!

How to plan the most memorable break in Paris!

France
For the young, free and single or the hopeless romantics, Paris doesn't need scripting. You can spend blissful days wandering the banks of the Seine, people-watching from café terraces and checking out the latest exhibitions. Unfortunately, kids don't do idle strolling, relaxed coffees or queuing for that spontaneous must see exhibition. If you want to enjoy a trip to Paris with kids, it does require some advance legwork. Whether you go full-on military planning or mix up some planned activities with unstructured down-time, this post will help with how to plan the most memorable break in Paris. Enjoy some amazing Patisserie in the City of Lights As soon as possible Secure a cheap travel deal In my experience, you will get the cheapest flights and trains if you book as…
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