Life in France

8 Best Wine Tasting Experiences in France

While Italy is a close second, France is considered the world leader when it comes to wine production. If you’ve ever been curious about what makes French wine the best there is, consider a trip packed with wineries, vineyards and tasting experiences. Sample reds, whites and rosés while seeing some of the most stunning cities, villages and landscapes in the country. 1. Bicycle Wine Tour in...

8 Fantastic Places to Explore Provence This Summer (and What Makes Them So Special)

Explore Provence You’ll find the most delightful villages in all of France in Provence, and summer is such a perfect time to visit the area because people are out and about, making the most of the beautiful, sunny weather. Sunflowers and lavender bloom, turning the countryside into a postcard-worthy vision. It’s also a great season for taking a property tour, and homebuyers can search for everything...

The hottest locations to buy prime properties in South West France

Properties in South West France Where are international buyers investing prime properties in South West France and in which areas will you get the best value for money? Read on to find out Throughout 2018 Home Hunts has observed that the South West region of France has seen a significant increase in enquiries and sales, especially in Nouvelle Aquitaine and Occitanie. “The property market in...

5 Essential Things to do in Carcassonne

As the largest walled city in Europe, Carcassonne has so much to offer visitors. From its historic fairy tale castle to the local swimming lake and busy events calendar, there is always something thrilling to do here. If you are looking for things to do in Carcassonne, read on... As one of the most visited cities in France, there is always an abundance of exciting events, cultural curiosities and...

9 Things to Do in Provence This Winter

Things to do in Provence this winter When you think of Provence, you may think it’s strictly a summertime place to visit, with all its warm sunshine and crisp wine to drink, but you’d be wrong. The region is just as charming during the winter. Not only are there fewer tourists this time of year, but the weather remains mild. When it cools down in the evening you can cozy up next to a crackling...

9 Unique Things to Do in Paris

Unique Things to do in Paris For a somewhat compact city, Paris has so much to do that you’d be pressed to fit it into a week – or a month or more, truth be told. Assuming you’ve been to, or at least know of, the essentials (Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Versailles, etc.), we wanted to round up 9 lesser known experiences to balance out your time in Paris. Here are few ideas for things to do in Paris. 1....

5 Must-Have Experiences in Arles

An old provincial capital of Rome, Arles is a captivating city fusing history, arts and culture across its spectacular sites. An ancient gateway to the Camargue yet also an innovative town steeped in arts culture, Arles sits just behind the Mediterranean coastline and teems with Provençal life, Roman history and artistic developments. Located in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, Arles is officially a...

10 Essential Luxury Experiences in Paris

What makes for the best and most memorable luxury experiences in France? Fantastic service, impeccable attention to detail, and going above and beyond the norm. These luxury experiences aren’t for the average person or budget travelers ­– they’re for the well to-do, sophisticated jetsetter who wants to see Paris in a completely new way. 1. Shop in one of the world’s premier fashion centres If...

Lifting the curtain on the hottest properties in Grasse

Are you looking for properties in Grasse so that you can settle in the South of France? Grasse is an investment hotspot, and these are the some of the best homes for sale in this up-and-coming Riviera town… The perfume capital of the world’s property market has blossomed over the last few years. A project called Espace Martelly has rejuvenated many areas of Grasse, which has encouraged...

Top Five Most Luxurious Golf Courses in France

If you’re a keen golfer, a round at these five golf courses in France will ensure your game goes with a swing France’s star golfer Alexander Levy has been hitting headlines following his victory at the Hassan Trophy in Morocco. Admitting that he played “an amazing game”, the Frenchman has increased his chances of qualifying for a Ryder Cup debut at Le Golf National in Paris, in September...

Compare listings

Compare