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Scope out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower, stay the night in the Chateau de Castel Novel in Varetz, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Palace of Versailles, go wine tasting in the Cote d’Or in Burgundy… it’s no wonder France is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

You can start hiking the Walkers’ Haute Route in the Alps from Chamonix (near to Mont Blanc), blast the slopes of the huge Trois Vallees ski area, or stretch out on the longest uninterrupted expanse of sand in Europe at Hossegor, end of the Cote D’Argent.

The sheer volume of things to do in France can be overwhelming, but luckily we got you covered. Matador has loads of articles about France, ranging from how to get underground in Paris, to the best nude beaches, and from where to learn the art of French cooking, to how to avoid the tourist traps.

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Prohibition, fear of nuclear war, lack of proper burial space.

Accommodations →

You don't have to be a monk or a nun, or even particularly religious, to appreciate the...

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Hong Kong: two streets down from Nathan Road in any direction. . . Follow the clothes...

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These 5 retreats will calm your mind and energize your body without damaging your bank...

Relationships →

Europe to Mexico, Brazil to Australia, here's basic dating etiquette as far as who pays.

Human Rights →

...besides how to have your manservant put your gloves on.

Photo + Video + Film →

Is the holder of a ba-jillion patents, Thomas Edison, the first travel filmmaker as well?

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For when the vacation/sick-day meter is reading 0.

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Whatever name you give it, here are 10 places to see outsider art environments around the...

Wine →

Wine wisdom for the aficionado, travel advice for the rest of us.

Nonlinear Narrative →

The juxtaposition of stories and lives via couchsurfing comes down to beautiful and...

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Learn about spices, regional ingredients, and local cooking techniques.

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Before Ash Wednesday, the world celebrates with feathers, masks, oranges and pancakes.

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Urban explorer Steve Duncan shares pics from his out-of-bounds expeditions.

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The Year of the Rabbit kicks off on February 3, 2011. Here are 15 photos of Chinese New...

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I had no idea that ice could be more than a hassle for traveling or kissing swans that...

Trekking + Exploring →

Our take on ten of the world's best towns for getting on (and occasionally off) the trail.

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Because big cities look so much cooler when they're tiny.

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The original edition sparked so much debate among readers that we had to revisit the...

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These sculptures range from fun to freaky and might just make you look twice.

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25 romantic places where couples can simply enjoy each other - which is really the whole...

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Art Deco movie palaces, futuristic big screens, movies on the roof, and in a cemetery.

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Here's to that voice in your head that always says, "Just a little higher, a little bit...

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In a region full of well-visited historical and natural sites, these are some of the best...

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Celebrating "Talk Like a Pirate Day" with a look at some of the old stomping grounds.