9 nights in Paris! Day trips galore, chateau, castles and lots of train rides.
Paris in April feels lighter. The city loosens after winter, terraces fill again, and everything seems just a little more alive without being overwhelming. It’s a month that rewards walking, lingering, and letting the day unfold naturally. Arriving in April,…
Compiègne makes for an easy and refreshing day trip from Paris by train. Just over an hour away, it feels quieter and more spacious — a place where history and everyday life coexist without the urgency of the capital. Arriving…
During our visit to France, we squeezed in one of the most rewarding day trips we’ve ever done:a train ride from Paris to the Loire Valley, a rental car, and a full day visiting two of the region’s most iconic castles — Château de…
While staying in Paris, we carved out a half day to hop the train and explore the charming city of Rouen.We didn’t have a plan — just a beautiful spring day, a train ticket, and curiosity. What a surprise Rouen was!…