Articles related to "Languedoc"

Top producers of artisan wines of great character and individuality in the Languedoc-Roussillon region are now gaining recognition for consistent results.

If you fancy a luxury break in France, head for Carcassonne in the Languedoc. It not only has a sumptuous hotel, it was also the historic heart of Cathar Country.

One of the most beautiful villages in the Aude department of France' s Languedoc region, Bages is perfect for day trips from Narbonne, Montpellier or Carcassonne.

Near Montpellier in Languedoc is a wide range of wineries to visit and wines to taste, with women wine-makers, organic wines, and the chance to walk in the vineyards.

Small family-owned vineyards in the Languedoc-Roussillon region are producing some of France's finest hand made wines at very modest prices.

Learn about French wine online from the South of France. The Languedoc Roussillon region of the Mediterranean produces fine wine.

"Labyrinth" tells the story of an archeology volunteer and her discovery about a family secret, a secret society and a connection to the Holy Grail.

The French are considered a nation of gourmets and, as they will be the first to tell you, it is because they know that the best food is made from local ingredients.

Pierre Paul Riquet faced his biggest challenge when he attempted to route the Canal de Midi around his home town in the 17th century..

Avignon, France is a great place for Provence holidays. See the Palace of the Popes, Pont d'Avignon, the Avignon Festival and the many summer markets.

The Aphrodite naturist resort and nude beach at Port Leucate, 22 miles north of Perpignan in south-east France, is a great place to get an all-over holiday tan.

The sparkling Blanquette de Limoux is an elegant affordable wine from the South of France, ideal for Christmas and year round celebrations.

Montpeyroux close to Montpellier in Languedoc offers guided and self-guided walking tours through its vineyards, ending with a tasting of local wines in the Cave.

Tourists come for the medieval walled city on the hill, but the Ville Basse (lower town) of Carcassonne will also charm, and is a good base to tour the Languedoc region.

The small artistic town of Ceret in Southern France has a very special ambience, an amazing Museum of Modern Art and a Catalan calendar of events throughout the year.

Collioure has been attracting visitors from around the world since the word Fauvisim was coined to describe the style of painting produced by Matisse and Derain in 1905.

Cabécou means "little goat" in langue d'Oc, the old language of the region. One of the smallest of French cheeses, the 4-5 cm disks are perfect for a single serving.

Cap D'Agde has excellent beaches and many activities for children. It is close to historic towns and has a special holiday village for nudists with its own private beach.

Port Vendres is in the happy position of being a working port and fishing harbour and a must visit tourist destination destination for history buffs and food lovers

Narbonne's compact size, range of sights and proximity to other attractions make it a worthwhile destination for visitors to the South of France.

Southern France is one of the most picturesque and vital places to visit. The towns and cities in the Languedoc region are both unique and ancient sites of beauty.

Carcassonne is a fortified medieval city in the Aude département of the Languedoc-Roussillon area in the South of France. Probably the most famous place in the region.

Winemaker Guilhem Dardé has blended fantasy and reality in a new wine that tastes quite aged.

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.

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.

It feels like it is the capital of a small country, with its own language and traditions. Perpignan, or Perpinyà in Catalan, has always been a difficult place to rule.

Montpellier is often overlooked by first-time visitors to France, but this vibrant university town has plenty to do and offers an authentic slice of French life.

A vacation in this part of France boasts a medieval castle, Canal du Midi, Bastide Saint-Louis and Lac de la Cavayère. Explore Carcassonne travel and attractions.

The girls head off to Barcelona and shoot a commercial in Catalan. Oh man! It was bad. Jaeda gets her walking papers. Adéu!

About 78 million foreigners headed to France in 2006, making it the top tourist destination in the world once again.

A delicious French dessert traditionally made to celebrate the cherry festival, La Fete de la Cerise. The aromatic almond pastry sandwiches a sweet beltxa cherry compote

Australia, South Africa, the USA, Fiji and Samoa all play matches in Montpellier in the Rugby World Cup 2007, and the city's hotels ranges from 5-star luxury to budget

The home of Spanish Sherry plays host to an International gatherings of sweet wine producers. Jerex de la Frontera is the venue for the only exhibition for sweet wines.

Collioure is a tourist destination but this historic, picturesque Mediterranean town is still unspoilt and ideal for a quiet break, as gentle or energetic as one chooses.

With a focus on tradition, technique, and mastery of style, French cuisine is arguably the most aesthetic cuisine in the world.

Martini afficianados have been crying in their gin since Noilly-Prat announced in January that they were changing the formula for the dry vermouth they export to the US.

On the banks of the Garonne in South West France, Toulouse offers some of the best traditional cuisine of Midi Pyrenees with superb French wines from regional vineyards.

This recipe calls for dried flageolets from the Arpajon region of France, but Great Northern or navy beans could easily be substituted.

Learn the difference between Syrah and Shiraz and taste test them side by side. Serve foods that complement this bold red wine

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.

Seriously authentic Provençal flavors in a seriously simple preparation. Who thought French cuisine could be so fast, easy and seriously scrumpptious?

The sun-kissed city of Montpellier, France, boasts amazing dining for a variety of budgets.

A Catholic sect of the Roman Catholic Church which fought hypocracies present in their time, the Cathars were slaughtered and eliminated during the crusades.

Cultural attractions abound in France but top of the list are the French capital, Mont St Michel and its abbey and the restored medieval fortress of Carcassonne.

Wines from Bordeaux include everyday table wine, to some of the most expensive and prestigious wines of the world.

Some suggestions for Summer occasions.

If you are an expecting travel junkie, you can bestow an homage to travel when naming your baby. Here are some fun and cool baby names devoted to a love of travel.

20 facts about France, including the Statue of Liberty, the Mona Lisa, nuclear power, Reunion's first Euro, the Bayeux tapestry, Bastille Day, Cinderella and more.

Heinrich Himmler engaged in strange practices, which have been referenced to in popular videogames and movies.

King Louis IX, leader of France, led two unsuccessful crusades against the Muslims in the Holy land, but was renowned for his kindness and fair dealings with his people.