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 Normandy and World War II: What to Visit Beyond the D-Day Beaches

                                    
The D-Day landings of June 6, 1944, marked a turning point in World War II, initiating the liberation of France and Europe along the shores of Normandy.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Normandy and World War II: What to Visit Beyond the D-Day Beaches

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Romantic Escapes in Normandy: 5 Experiences for Two

                                    
Normandy remains one of France’s most charming destinations for couples in search of intimacy and authenticity.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Romantic Escapes in Normandy: 5 Experiences for Two

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Maisons de Champagne and Contemporary Art: A Dialogue Between Tradition and Innovation

                                    
Cave Pommery and Maison Ruinart show us that champagne is not only a drink of celebration — it is also a powerful medium of artistic expression.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Maisons de Champagne and Contemporary Art: A Dialogue Between Tradition and Innovation

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Caen: A Historic and Cultural Gem in the Heart of Normandy

                                    
Nestled in the Normandy region of northwestern France, the city of Caen is a captivating destination rich in history, culture, and architectural beauty

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Caen: A Historic and Cultural Gem in the Heart of Normandy

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Saint Thérèse, The Little Flower of Jesus: Faith, History, and Life in Normandy

                                    
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as St. Teresa of the Child Jesus or the Little Flower, is one of the most beloved and revered figures in the Catholic Church

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Saint Thérèse, The Little Flower of Jesus: Faith, History, and Life in Normandy

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Cider Route : A Gastronomic Experience and Culture in the Heart of Pays d’Auge

                                    
France has a centuries-old tradition of cider-making, particularly in the regions of Normandy and Brittany. This is where the Cider Route

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Cider Route : A Gastronomic Experience and Culture in the Heart of Pays d’Auge

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 The Vineyards of Champagne: Terroir, Culture, and History

                                    
Champagne is an iconic region of France, world-famous for being the birthplace of the most prestigious sparkling wine in the world.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 The Vineyards of Champagne: Terroir, Culture, and History

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Emily in Paris : From the Champagne Region to Giverny

                                    
Emily leaves the French capital to explore the bucolic charms of Giverny in Normandy, home to the famous gardens of Claude Monet.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Emily in Paris : From the Champagne Region to Giverny

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 The Ongoing Legacy of Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral

                                    
Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral stands not only as a symbol of religious devotion but also as a cherished cornerstone of our cultural heritage, revered both nationally and internationally.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 The Ongoing Legacy of Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 John Steele : World War II Hero and the Birth of a Legend

                                    
John Steele, um paraquedista americano cuja experiência durante a invasão do Dia D o transformou em uma figura lendária.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 John Steele : World War II Hero and the Birth of a Legend

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Gastronomy and Traditional Dishes in Normandy: An Inoubliable Culinary Experience

                                    
The Normandy region, in the northwest of France, is a charming destination for tourists seeking authentic cultural and, of course, delicious experiences.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Gastronomy and Traditional Dishes in Normandy: An Inoubliable Culinary Experience

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Honfleur : The French Village that Gave Birth to the Impressionist Movement

                                    
Nicknamed "The City of Painters," the town of Honfleur significantly inspired the creation and development of the Impressionist movement.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Honfleur : The French Village that Gave Birth to the Impressionist Movement

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Céline Dion at Paris 2024

                                    
The big show began at 1.30am Singapore time and concluded at 5.30am with the stunning rendition of  (literally “Song to Love”) by Céline Dion.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Céline Dion at Paris 2024

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Coco Chanel: The Fashion Icon who Revolutionized the 20th Century

                                    
Continuing the series of texts about women who marked the history of France and the world, one of these emblematic figures is Coco Chanel, whose influence on fashion transcends generations and borders.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Coco Chanel: The Fashion Icon who Revolutionized the 20th Century

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 What’s the best glass for your champagne ?

                                    
Birthdays, grand openings, New Year's celebrations – any occasion calls for the popping of a champagne bottle.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 What’s the best glass for your champagne ?

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Joana D’Arc, the French heroine

                                    
Joan of Arc is certainly the most renowned woman in French history and a legendary figure worldwide. As a heroine, war leader, and saint of the Catholic Church, she played a significant role during the Hundred Years' War.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Joana D’Arc, the French heroine

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Normandy landings : 10 cult films to watch about D-Day

                                    
In 2024, Normandy will commemorate and celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings and Battle. As part of the celebrations, we will propose 10 cult films about the Second World War.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Normandy landings : 10 cult films to watch about D-Day

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Religious Tourism in Normandy, France

                                    
Normandy, located in the northwest region of France, is a destination rich in history and spirituality, offering visitors a variety of significant religious sites.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Religious Tourism in Normandy, France

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 5 reasons to visit – or revisit – Normandy in 2024

                                    
Normandy stands out as one of the settings immortalized by the artists, much like its neighbouring region, Île-de-France.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 5 reasons to visit – or revisit – Normandy in 2024

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Paris 2024 : Iconic Olympic Venues with Stories to Tell

                                    
Host cities of recent editions of the Olympic Games have successfully transformed their most iconic locations into memorable competition settings.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Paris 2024 : Iconic Olympic Venues with Stories to Tell

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Valentin’s Day in Normandy : Do you know the most romantic places in the region ?

                                    
For those planning to spend this special day (or any other) in Normandy, we've compiled some romantic activities and destinations.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Valentin’s Day in Normandy : Do you know the most romantic places in the region ?

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Champagne Festival : Do you know the patron Saint Vincent?

                                    
Every year, around January 22nd, confreres from cities in the Champagne region (1:30 from Paris) gather to express gratitude to Saint Vincent for the past harvest and seek protection for the upcoming harvest.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Champagne Festival : Do you know the patron Saint Vincent?

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 The Gastronomy of Normandy : Salted lambs from Mont Saint Michel

                                    
Let's dive into the gastronomy of Mont Saint Michel with salted lambs. Normandy is just 2 hours from Paris

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 The Gastronomy of Normandy : Salted lambs from Mont Saint Michel

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Why Do We Celebrate with Champagne ?

                                    
Champagne, however, has been a wine-growing region since the Roman Empire and produced prestigious wines, although they were not yet sparkling all the time.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Why Do We Celebrate with Champagne ?

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Cruise stop at the port of Le Havre The Charms of Normandy

                                    
Le Havre Cruise Port (Terminal Croisières Le Havre) is located on the west coast of France, at the mouth of the English Channel and the River Seine.

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Cruise stop at the port of Le Havre The Charms of Normandy

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Places to visit around Paris in winter?

                                    
Although Normandy, which is close to Paris, is a popular destination during the summer, visiting it in the winter has many advantages

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Places to visit around Paris in winter?

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Welcome to Giverny in Monet, Painter and Gardener

                                    
The garden of Claude Monet's residence in Giverny, portrayed several times in his canvases, with its famous water lilies bordering on abstraction and its green Japanese bridge

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Welcome to Giverny in Monet, Painter and Gardener

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 D-Day Festival in Normandy : A Historic and Emotional Celebration

                                    
The Normandy D-Day festivities are an annual event commemorating one of history's most iconic military operations that changed the course of World War II

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 D-Day Festival in Normandy : A Historic and Emotional Celebration

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 Enchanting Tour of Normandy in May

                                    
Normandy, a region in northern France, is known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes and cities.A Normandy tour in May is the perfect opportunity to explore the region

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 Enchanting Tour of Normandy in May

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                    
                    

                        
                            

                                

                                    
 The beauty of the French region beyond the capital : Champagne

                                    
Reims, the capital of Champagne is a city located about 144 km northeast of Paris and is known as the coronation site of French kings

                                    
                                


                                

                                    
 The beauty of the French region beyond the capital : Champagne

                                

                            

                        
                    


                    

                                    

                
            

        

        

    

        

            
        

    




        

    

        

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