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Rail journey times from London to Luxembourg, Frankfurt and Stuttgart in Germany, Basel in Switzerland & French cities have been slashed by 2007's new high-speed service.

If this is your first time in France, these tips will help you have a good time for cheap and discover some spots off the beaten track.

Celebrate the Battle of Formigny in Calvados, spot Hollywood stars, and take in music concerts, fireworks displays and boat parades in Northern France.

From kayaking and canoeing the Dordogne River to adrenalin rushes on the River Passy and drop zones in the Pyrenees, France has many active options.

From its medieval streets to the town's famous perfume-making industry, there are plenty of things to see and do in Grasse.

Giverny, located about 45 miles northwest of Paris, is a quaint French village, best known as the home of Impressionist painter, Claude Monet.

Voted as one of the most beautiful villages in France, Gordes with its hilltop location, charming homes and artistic atmosphere is a must visit.

Lyon hosts three of the World Cup Rugby matches. It's a beautiful city - even better, it's noted for the best cooking in France and some of the nicest wine.

From the charming port town of Honfleur in the East to magical Mont St-Michel in the West, the coast of Basse Normandy is ideal for a family holiday in France.

Paris' Musee Carnavelet, dedicated to the history of Paris, is housed in a unique Parisian 16th-century mansion in Paris' hip Marais neighborhood.

Northern France: Information on the Museum for the Peace, the Charles De Gaulle Memorial, D-Day beaches, Mont St Michel, and Memorials at Pointe du Hoc & Omaha.

Enjoy the impressive limestone cliffs of this attractive fishing port and ponder on the reasons for the humiliating WWII British surrender here.

See the chateaux at Chambord and Chenonceau by bicycle, the canal du Bourgogne on foot or forests and thermal baths on horseback in the French south.

Paris department stores are some of the most unique - and exciting - in the world.

Where can you see Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, and Sarah Bernhardt, all in one place? At Paris' Pere Lachaise Cemetery, that's where.

The town of Bayeux in Normandy has a beautifully preserved medieval centre, and a magnificent cathedral dating from the 11th century.

The exclusive coastal resort of Deauville has been the playground of the rich and famous since it was founded by a cousin of Napoleon III in 1861.

The attractive town of Etretat on the Normandy coast is well known for its spectacular white cliffs, and for the fictional gentleman thief, Arsene Lupin.

Explore the history of fishing, Breton seafaring and culture, traditional costumes and handicrafts in Quimper and one of the biggest French Naval bases.

On any of the other 364 days of the year, Paris offers an amazing array of sights and experiences, but it gets even better when counting down to midnight on December 31.

The Allied Forces' D-Day landings in France in June 1944 took place on a scale which is almost impossible to imagine.

Those looking for a rewarding and authentic travel or holiday experience in the south of France may enjoy spending time in Allauch - a tiny but charming French village.

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is easily reached from downtown Lyon by bus or car. TGV trains and shuttle buses run to nearby towns and Alpine resorts.

Low-cost airlines have cheap flights to Grenoble Airport (GNB) for fast access and easy transfers to French winter sport resorts and ski slopes in the Rhône-Alpes region.

Hailed as one of the founders of French Impressionism, Claude Monet often sought inspiration in his own Giverny Garden which reflected his passion for colour and water.

The idea of a holidaying at a naturist centre can seem intimidating at first but once people have tried a nude beach holiday, most are hooked for life.

Information on the French capital, including the 1889 World Fair, Mona Lisa, the Da Vinci Code, Place de l'Alma, Napoleon's tomb & Hotel des Invalides.

The Orangerie Museum in Paris displays Monet's most celebrated work and a prized collection of post-impressionist and modern art.

Traveling prompts one to learn more about an area's history. In turn, knowing the history of an area can make traveling a much deeper, richer experience.

Whether at university or on a four week crash course, moving to France or elsewhere to pick up conversational and business French language skills is an effective move.

The Musée d'Orsay fine arts collection encompasses a variety of disciplines, displaying works by French and international artists from 1848 to 1914.

Parisians loves greenery and space and from the heart of the city to its outer fringes, visitors and locals find plenty to enjoy.

Take time to wander off the beaten track and Paris will reveal a few of its well kept secrets and unusual attractions enjoyed by many Parisians.

One of the most enjoyable things about a visit to the "City of Lights" is shopping in Paris. Paris women - and men -- seem to have a style all of their own.

The Picasso Museum in Paris is a wonderful collection of the 20th century painter's work and his own private art collection.

Step back three thousand years in time to visit these prehistoric sites that were already ancient when the Arthurian legends were drafted.

The 2007 Rugby World Cup is being held in France this September and October. But can anyone beat the records of New Zealand, Jonah Lomu, Gavin Hastings and Simon Culhane?

Train travel in France is an easy and cheap way to get across Europe and make vacations simple with this mode of transportation.

Evidence shows more people were traveling during the 16th century in France than in previous centuries and also that advances in the travel industry were being made.

For 120 years Moulin Rouge has entertained millions of people and hosted illustrious names such as Edith Piaf, Liza Minnelli and Frank Sinatra. Today the magic continues.

Many regions of France are over touristed. Lot-et-Garonne offers a taste of French life without the crowds.

Traveling to one of the world's great cities doesn't mean having to give up on following favorite sports teams back home thanks to "The Moose" sports bar in Paris.

Shuttle services allow for fast and cheap transfers from Grenoble Airport to top ski resorts in the French Alps such as Alpe d'Huez, Les 2 Alpes, Courchevel and Les Arcs.

New Eurostar terminal and British rail network deal means fast times and cheap prices to Paris and Brussels from UK cities like Manchester, Edinburgh, Leeds, Liverpool.

The traditional second day of the Tour du Mont Blanc starts easy and ends hard but has spectacular alpine scenery and frequent places to stop for refreshment.

Every season in Provence is one to be celebrated if the number of fetes is anything to go by. Here are five events guaranteed to appeal to visitors of all ages.

France is famous for its markets at any time of the year but something very special happens here during the Christmas period.

Paris is a true city of culture with many a fascinating museum waiting to be discovered beyond the crowded venues.

The pretty coastal town of Honfleur, close to the ferry ports of Le Havre and Caen, is ideal for a short trip from the UK.

France's Alsace has countless feudal castles. Haut-Barr is a major tourist attraction. Hiking to castle ruins on the Alsace-Palatinate border leads off the trodden trail.