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The age-old tradition of viticulture has been in existence for thousands of years all around the world.
14 May 2012
Not traditionally part of French cuisine or culture, le brunch is starting to take off in the capital – but with a distinctly international tinge.
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14 May 2012
This 60km road trip wends its way through eastern France, past stone-built villages and steeple-topped churches, to the origins of some of the greatest wines in the world.
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14 May 2012
The French capital presents an array of reasonably priced, contemporary hotels, traditional retreats and intimate boutique properties, all with individual flavour.
08 May 2012
From accessible high street designs to luxurious made-to-measure couture pieces, the French capital is the place to purchase chic and feminine underwear in a classic Gallic style.
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30 April 2012
Once one of the most active volcanic zones in Europe, evidence of bygone eruptions remain – from the mineral waters bubbling at its spa towns to the cathedrals built from lava stone.
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26 April 2012
A cartographer's guide to global destinations.
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24 April 2012
Though Paris is traditionally associated with wine, a recent spate of new cocktails bars is putting the French capital firmly on the mixology map.
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16 April 2012
This city has long been associated with the finer things in life. Yet the French capital is not resting on its cultural laurels, as new trends emerge in the City of Light.
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05 April 2012
The French capital has a superlative selection of perfumers from which to choose an original, high-quality and quintessentially Parisian scent.
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02 April 2012
A selection of these Cultural Activities articles were originally published on Lonely Planet.
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