40 miles south-east of Paris, in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, you will discover the magnificent palace of Henri II and Catherine de Medici.

Adored by the royalties of France for its proximity to Paris and abundant hunting grounds, the Chateau de Fontainebleau was a significant place throughout French history, involving emblematic individuals such as Francois I and Napoleon.

Today, it’s far away from being as crowded as Versailles castle, and is a beautiful place to visit.

On the way to Fontainebleau but much closer to Paris center is Vincennes. Situated in the suburbs of Paris, Vincennes is known for its Chateau de Vincennes, a medieval castle, its woods, Bois de Vincennes, and its zoo that just opened few years ago after huge reconstruction work.

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Leslie & Bob
from the US
in Cassis Creeks near Marseille in Provence
Ann & Jim
From the US
In Amboise castle by the Loire river
Judy & Chris
From Great Britain
In a winery in Provence
Beverley & John
from Canada
In front of the Louvre pyramid in Paris
Kathy & Mark
from the US
Truffle Hunting in Provence
Mike & Lynda
from the US
Wine Tasting in Bordeaux
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from the US
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Amy & Louise
Wine tasting....
Pam & Mercer
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In Paris
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from the US
in Burgundy
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From Malaysia
At the breakfast table in the Loire Valley
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Cooking fresh stawberries from Carpentras in Provence

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