Once you get to France you’ll need a place to rest your tired aching body (from such a long trip) and of course where you’ll be staying for the rest of your vacation. Hotels and Bed & Breakfast places are spread out in this country and depending on your budget, these “for now” residences can offer you all that you’ll need to feel comfortable during your stay.

Of course the Louvre and the Eiffel tower are the most well-known tourist spots in France and although being able to go to these sites are great, there are a lot more you can see other then these two. There are a lot of beautiful villages in this country where you can hike trails and enjoy calming and gorgeous sceneries while sipping on a glass of wine and eating some bread. Of course, once your soul is refreshed you can head on back to the city for more amazing sights and delicious food.

Also known as one of the shopping capitals of the world, France not only has the top brands nestled in its arms but it also has boutiques and stores that will dazzle your senses and empty your wallet. There are also street markets for those rare finds like fine accessories and great souvenirs. But that isn’t the best part, not only will you be able to haggle for a cheaper price some stores also offer wine samplers for you to enjoy. Now that’s a terrific way to shop.

If you want to experience something diverse and mix the old with the new, then this is the country you must visit. Enjoy the sights, the people and everything else this magical land has to offer.

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In this city, this is the first time that they press the olives from the year’s harvest to provide a very popular virgin oil that sold along with the truffles for this seasonal fair.

Collecting truffles is a secret kept well between families who know how to train pigs or dogs in the art of finding these precious gifts from nature. Since one pound of these precious truffles sells for as much as $500 in the market, you will definitely want to keep it to yourself when you get a patch.

The local turf is also guarded from ramblers who try to help themselves to other natural treasures, like morrel and chanterelle mushrooms. There is nothing, however, to stop visitors from spending their money on one of the patches of truffles, whose flavour is so special that there isn’t anything else like it and just a little bit will go a long way.

The truffles at the Oil and Truffle Christmas Fair can enhance scrambled eggs to the best ones that anyone has ever had, and they can make a really fine risotto as well. What is even better is making the most of the markets other produce, using your own olive oil infused with truffle to pour onto salad and pasta dishes.

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What you can find in Chamonix is the cable car which crosses the whole Mont Blanc Massif. The mountain is considered the roof of Europe and is the favourite destination of thousands of tourists. Even if “to conquer” Mont Blanc is every climber’s dream, it is better to do this with a guide. Mountaineers should not underestimate the massif and its difficulties.

Chamonix has the highest and the most spectacular cable car in the world, built in 1955. At the cable car station of Brevent you can admire the beautiful Mont Blanc (from above) from Le Panoramic restaurant which is not cheap, but the view is very impressive and worthwhile. The place is good both for skiers or non-skiers who can have a nice lunch outside in the sun. If you fancy some Italian meals you can go to Italy via Mont Blanc tunnel which is a road that pierces the mountain for about 11 km. The tunnel links Chamonix (France) and Courmayeur (Italy).

In January in Chamonix takes place the Kandahar World Cup – downhill race combined with slalom. It is held on Piste Verte in Les Houches since 1928. The resort is good for both beginner and advanced skiers as well as for children. Families will find a lot of ski lessons or supervised activities for their little skiers.

Slide to Chamonix with your family and friends!

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