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10 safe places for the LGTBQIA+ community to travel in Europe

We’ve named 10 countries in Europe that are safe for the LGBTQ community to travel in and enjoy.

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My trip along the Maginot Line

The Maginot Line is a string of defenses and forts along the French border.

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Visiting Shakespeare and Company in Paris

Shakespeare and Company just happens to be my favorite English-language independent bookstore in Paris. 

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Refuge hiking in Chamonix

The best alpine refuges are in Chamonix. You can hike all day and sit down to a four-course meal every night. 

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Groceries, antiques, and boulangeries in Forbach, France

In Forbach, France sits great grocery stores, beautiful boulangeries, and an antique store full of French and German treasures.

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What to do in Menton: The French Riviera’s Most Citrusy City

Menton is located close to the Italian Border, for us it is only five hours away from Vicenza, Italy.

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French Christmas Markets in Colmar

At Christmastime, add twinkling lights and festive city squares and Colmar becomes a picture-perfect European Christmas destination.

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Family-friendly ski destinations

Check out these seven European ski destinations perfect for the whole family. From the Pyrenees to the Alps, these slopes are sure to make for a fun holiday.

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Five Favorite Off-Season Campgrounds Open for Travel

The cooler months can be a wonderful time to take advantage of campground travel, albeit with a few things to keep in mind.

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Bordeaux is open for business

On arrival, head north, south, or east from Bordeaux city and you’ll be immersed in grapes. The vineyards of Pessac-Leognan are less than 25 minute drive from the downtown area, located to the south of Bordeaux. 

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Spooky, abandoned sites you can visit across Europe

There are plenty of ruins around Europe, but this list takes you beyond old castles and into the world of abandoned and intriguing urbex locations to explore.

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American cemeteries in Europe

The American Cemetery in Normandy is one of many cemeteries honoring our military dead in Europe.

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Nice, France FAQs

Here are the answers to all your travel questions about the coastal city of Nice, France.

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Seven must-visit sights in Nice, France

Nice is the town you should visit if you’ve done enough city breaks and you need someplace to lie low for a while; a place to blend in with the locals and relax.

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