Xara Rasem

I put this list together for the kind of Toulouse trip that mixes unhurried walks, beautiful old buildings, riverside evenings, and genuinely comfortable stays. Each pick has one memorable reason to make time for it, rather than just being another name on a map.

I put this together for the kind of Amiens trip that mixes grand architecture with slower local wandering. These are the places I'd genuinely make room for, from the cathedral and Saint-Leu's colourful canals to a few easy hotel bases.

I'd use this list for a Toulouse trip that balances memorable architecture, easygoing riverside time, museums, and genuinely useful places to stay. Every pick earns its spot for one clear reason, so you can plan around the experiences that feel most like your kind of travel.

I picked these for the little moments that make Honfleur memorable: harbour views, uphill panoramas, characterful stays, and a few genuinely fun ways to explore. It is a mix of easy favourites and more distinctive spots, chosen to give you a feel for the town rather than just a checklist.

I put this together for the kind of Avignon trip that mixes huge history with small, peaceful pauses and a practical place to sleep. These are the stops I'd actually point a friend toward, from the city's grandest rooms to a garden viewpoint and a little train ride when everyone's feet are tired.

I put this together for a relaxed Angers trip that mixes the unmissable sights with beautiful gardens and genuinely appealing places to stay. These are the spots I'd point a friend toward when they want atmosphere, history and a comfortable base without overcomplicating the itinerary.

My little Honfleur daydream ⚓ — harbor views, pretty streets, little uphill walks, fun finds and cozy places to stay. The kind of town where I'd happily wander around with no real plan.

I pulled together the Biarritz stops I'd actually want in one relaxed coastal trip, from dramatic viewpoints and ocean-focused museums to practical places to sleep. It's a deliberately balanced mix, with a few iconic sights and quieter, family-friendly picks so the list feels useful rather than predictable.

I'd use this as my little Cabourg cheat sheet for ocean walks, breezy dunes, memorable boat trips and places to stay. It's deliberately mixed: a few romantic stops, some easy family-friendly pauses and stays chosen for different kinds of getaways.

A little Antibes escape 🌊 — seaside walks, old-town corners, pretty views and dreamy places to stay. The kind of spots I'd pick for a slow Riviera day with nowhere to rush.

I picked these for the little moments that make Honfleur memorable: harbour views, uphill panoramas, characterful stays, and a few genuinely fun ways to explore. It is a mix of easy favourites and more distinctive spots, chosen to give you a feel for the town rather than just a checklist.

I pulled together the Nantes spots I'd genuinely recommend for a first visit, from playful city landmarks to practical places to settle in. It's a deliberately mixed list, with family-friendly stops, atmospheric evenings, and stays suited to everything from solo trips to group weekends.

I've kept this list focused on the Chamb ry stops that give you a real feel for the city, from its wonderfully odd elephant fountain to peaceful green spaces, art, history, and easy central stays. It's a deliberately balanced mix for wandering, cooling off, and having a comfortable base between outings.

I'd use this as a gentle first-timer's guide to Avignon, mixing its grand historic sights with comfortable places to settle in afterward. Each pick has one clear reason to make time for it, whether you want atmosphere, a central base, or a more peaceful overnight stay.

I'd use this as a relaxed Angers hit list: one unforgettable tapestry, beautiful old landmarks, peaceful green spaces and a handful of stay options. It's deliberately focused on places with a clear sense of character, whether you're exploring for an afternoon or settling in for a few nights.

I put this list together for the Albi moments I'd genuinely want to save: dramatic brick landmarks, quiet green corners, riverside wandering, and stay ideas for different kinds of trips. It's a deliberately balanced mix, so you can shape a day around the cathedral and still leave room for a shady pause, a beautiful view, or an easy base.

I'd use this as my shortlist for a Nancy weekend: the grand squares, a few wonderfully tucked-away sights, and central stays with very different personalities. It's deliberately small and personal, so you can spend less time scrolling and more time wandering between the city's prettiest corners.