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Close-up of a street sign reading Avenue des Champs-Élysées in black letters on a white background, mounted on a dark pole. The blurred Paris background reveals blue sky, scattered clouds, and faint outlines of streetlights.

Champs Élysées

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At night, a large ornate fountain with statues and multiple water streams is lit up in a grand city square near Hôtel Queen Mary. Elegant classical buildings glow under a deep blue sky, with street lamps and reflections shimmering on the wet pavement.

Hôtel Queen Mary

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A scenic coastal view with clear blue water, a sandy beach lined with sun loungers, and small white buildings by the shore—including Hotel Belle-Vue. Purple bougainvillea blooms in the foreground, with forested hills rising under a clear sky.

Hotel Belle-Vue

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Elegant sitting room at Hotel d'Aubusson with ornate chairs, a lit stone fireplace, and a gilded mirror. A crystal chandelier hangs from wooden beams, while tall draped windows fill this Paris luxury hotel space with natural light.

Hotel d’Aubusson

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A lively Paris street scene in Saint-Germain, with cars and people along tall beige buildings featuring balconies, cafés, shops, and a Paris hotel. Signs for Hôtel Left Bank and a domed historic building rise above the bustling street.

Hôtel Left Bank Saint-Germain

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A rustic, two-story stone building with gray shutters and arched windows houses the Hostellerie des Gorges de Pennafort hotel and restaurant. Lush greenery surrounds shaded outdoor seating with black umbrellas for guests to enjoy.

Hostellerie des Gorges de Pennafort

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Panoramic night view of Paris with brightly lit buildings lining the Seine River. The Notre-Dame Cathedral and Ile de la Cité are visible on the left, while golden streetlights reflect off the water under a clear, dusky sky.

Ile Saint-Louis – Ile de la Cité

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Aerial view of a large historic abbey along the route des abbayes in Haute-Normandie, with grey roofs and stone walls amid manicured lawns, tree-lined pathways, and woodland. The main buildings form a courtyard near outbuildings and green fields.

La route des abbayes de Haute-Normandie … sur les traces d’Arsène...

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A lively Parisian street café at night, Le Comptoir Du Commerce buzzes with diners at outdoor tables. Warm yellow lights illuminate the facade as a waiter serves guests and a glowing aquarium enhances the vibrant, bustling atmosphere near the entrance.

Le Comptoir Du Commerce

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A lush vertical garden covers a wall beside outdoor dining tables. A stone fountain with water lilies and a small statue is framed by greenery. White tablecloths, glassware, and chairs with red and black cushions create an inviting, elegant patio atmosphere.

L’Hôtel

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The illuminated entrance of Hotel Marsollier Opéra at night features two large potted plants beside glass doors. The hotel’s name glows in blue neon above the entrance, near the Louvre, with flowers decorating window boxes on the upper floor.

Louvre Marsollier Opéra

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Eight bottles of Alsace wine stand in a row on a wooden surface. A small bunch of red grapes and two yellow leaves sit in front, with a scenic French vineyard stretching into the distance—perfect for a luxury canal barge river cruise experience.

Visit France Aboard a Luxury Canal Barge or in a River...

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Côte D'Azur

Riviera Côte D’Azur

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A beige two-story house with green trim and wooden shutters is surrounded by lush greenery in Vence. A tall palm tree stands in the foreground beneath the clear blue sky, while distant hills frame the charming La Roseraie residence.

La Roseraie à Vence

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A rustic Perignane bastide with ochre walls, blue shutters, and arched doorways stands behind a round stone fountain. Potted plants, topiary trees, white patio umbrellas, and chairs enhance the courtyard under a clear sky.

The Perignane Bastide

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A grand, well-lit chateau evokes the charm of Hôtels Particuliers, with large windows and elegant architecture. Cars are parked in front, while luxury accommodation is framed by yellow-green bushes and trees beneath the twilight sky.

Les Hôtels Particuliers

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A man with curly hair leans his face close to a green pear on a white table, squinting and grimacing. In the background, a glass of water and a food package from New York Bureau cast long shadows across the table.

Le Bureau du Livre Français in New York

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The church at Talmont on the sea wall seen from a distance jutting out into Gironde Estuary

Talmont-sur-Gironde: The Flower-Filled Bastide of the Gironde

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Discover Talmont-sur-Gironde, a picturesque "Plus Beaux Villages de France" famous for its Romanesque church, flowered bastide streets, and stunning views over the Gironde estuary.
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Remembering Jenny Batlay: The Luminary Who Painted Stars and Wrote with...

A round stone gatehouse with two cylindrical towers and an arched entryway stands beside a calm river in Cognac; historic buildings with tiled roofs are in the background, and a few pedestrians walk along the riverside path under a clear sky.

Unlock the Secrets of Cognac’s Cultural Tapestry

Nighttime photo of the L’Arlequin cinema’s entrance. Its name glows in blue neon above the door. Posters for the 2023 Nigerian Cinema Festival, Nollywood Week, and French films are visible in the glass below. The building appears gold-toned.

Enchanté Cinéma: Unveiling the Must See French Films of 2022 and...

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