I’ve taken the London to Paris bus twice in the last couple of years; once by day and once overnight. As I try to avoid unnecessary flights, I’ve stopped flying from London to Paris; but I will often pass through the French capital on an overland trip to Europe. I found the day coach and […]
Category Archives: France
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How to get from London to Paris in 2026 (what I’d AVOID)
24
Oct
Oct
As I’m a keen overland traveller, I travel from London to Paris (and vice versa) a few times a year. If I want to go anywhere in Southern Europe, I’ll need to pass through the French capital on my way. And I know I’m not the only one! Many Brits who have work in Paris, […]
All Destinations, Europe, France, Overland Travel, train travel
10 useful Eurostar tips (from a frequent traveller)
20
Apr
Apr
I take the Eurostar around five times per year – most of my overland journeys to Europe start with this high-speed train. I have a loyalty account, I’ve tried all classes, and I usually pay around £70 for tickets to Paris or Brussels. But, from comments on Instagram, it seems that a lot of people […]
17
Jun
Jun
Paris has been at the centre of European politics, revolution, and resistance for over two centuries. This post highlights six key days that reshaped not just France, but the world – and shows you exactly where to go if you want to follow the story on foot (like I did in this YouTube video). It […]
25
Nov
Nov
Winter in France has something for everybody. From ski slopes that are heaving during the winter season, to beautiful Mediterranean beaches where you might be able to catch some sun with barely other tourists, to cities that are charming at Christmas, there’s so much on offer in France during this season. I’ve personally spent a […]
06
Oct
Oct
Everyone talks about visiting Paris, but there are so many other places to visit in Northern France, just a short train ride away. Once you’ve checked off all of the best cities in France, consider visiting the sleepy town of Bayeux. It’s a small place, but there’s so much history here! Bayeux is a wonderfully […]