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From kites and lemons to dragons and opera, we share the best French festivals to help you experience the country’s vibrant culture.

What should you be watching on la télévision française? From international dramas to local news and weather, find out with our guide to TV and radio in France.

Introducing French food to your kids is much easier than you think. Just take a look at these dishes that children will happily eat.

Grab your walking shoes and get ready to tuck into some of the best street food Paris has to offer with our snacker’s guide to the city.

With over 1,200 kinds of French cheese, it can be tricky to know what to order, so we’ve picked our favorites to help you eat like a local.

Galette des Rois is a beloved tradition in France – who will get the King cake baby? Find a galette recipe to make your own at home.

Curious to know more about French cuisine, its key ingredients, history, and what makes it world-famous? We explain all in this guide.

French food is famous around the world. Bring that certain je ne sais quoi to your home with these top 10 French dishes – with recipes.

Just moved to France and baffled by the wine aisle? Don’t worry; French wine isn’t snobby, it just speaks a different language.

How well do you know French eating habits? These top tips and insights will help you dine like a true local in not ime.

We explore the history of food in Lyon and share the best dishes, restaurants, and events to try in the gastronomic capital of the world.

If you’re expecting to celebrate an American-style Halloween in France, you might want to check out these 10 facts first.

Quick verdict Wise eSIM can get you mobile data in France soon after arrival, but it will not give you a French number. You also need an eligible Wise account and money in your Wise balance to buy a plan. For expats, that makes it useful for arrival week, when maps, transport apps, and messages […]

French New Year’s Eve celebrations will leave you buzzing, both from excitement and lots and lots of champagne. Here’s what to expect.

Ready for a day off? Here’s a list of French public holidays, as well as other dates to mark on your calendar in 2024, 2025, and 2026.

From kites and lemons to dragons and opera, we share the best French festivals to help you experience the country’s vibrant culture.

From Advent calendars to les papillottes, make your holiday season truly special with these 10 French Christmas traditions.

Here’s a list of French school holidays for the 2026–2027 academic year, along with where to find the official 2027–2028 dates once they’re published, so you can plan holidays and childcare in advance. For parents, school is important. For children, the days in between the schedule are a bigger deal. The French school holidays cover […]

France is home to some top-notch golf courses. Here are some golf courses in and around Paris recommended by Explorer Publishing.

France has a wide range of sporting activities from the slower pace of boules to the high-energy pursuits of cycling and rugby.

When the sun is shining, Paris smiles, too! Make the most of good weather with these outdoor activities in Paris.

The French have perfected the ability to stay slim and healthy without having to don Lycra.

French New Year’s Eve celebrations will leave you buzzing, both from excitement and lots and lots of champagne. Here’s what to expect.

Looking for a romantic getaway in the Loire Valley? Then maybe a trip to one of these enchanting French castles will inspire you.

From rolling vineyards and plunging canyons to towering sand dunes and majestic villages, we share the most scenic places to visit in France.

From kites and lemons to dragons and opera, we share the best French festivals to help you experience the country’s vibrant culture.

Experience the crème de la crème of the French capital at these places to visit in Paris including museums, galleries, and more.

Grab your walking shoes and get ready to explore the 10 most picturesque and culturally interesting cities to visit in France.