Villa et Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat One of the spectacular highlights of staying in Villefranche sur Mer is undoubtedly the experience of visiting the breathtaking Villa et Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild. The deliciously feminine home of Beatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild is located on Cap Ferrat, the eastern flank of Villefranche harbour. The Villa has magnificent views across the fabulous …
Visit Villefranche, the Jewel of the Riviera.
Villefranche-sur-Mer … my home away from home My first experience of actually staying in France was when I studied French at the Institut de Français in Villefranche, in October, 2013. My 53rd birthday treat to myself. I had an absolutely marvellous, month-long immersion French language experience, high on the hillside above the harbour in beautiful Villefranche-sur-Mer. Before that, I had …
I’m a Hopeless Francophile in Love with France.
What is a Francophile and why am I so drawn to this country? I am ecstatic when I arrive and in tears when I go. For as long as I can remember I have been in love with France. I first travelled here when I was 15 and I still remember the feeling of speaking French to a native for …
Experience Absolute Luxury at the Palais Garnier.
Few places, in my experience, can match the extravagance of the Palais Garnier, 10 Place de l’Opéra, in Paris’ IV arrondissement. The 1979-seat Opera House is the most lavish building I have ever seen, perhaps ever built, in the modern age. The stage is the largest in Europe and can hold up to 450 performers! The Palais Garnier has incredible …
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