CONTENTS
8 Monet’s Garden in Giverny
It’s the most visited private garden in western Europe and here’s why...
22 The Chateau du Rivau
A Loire Valley fairy tale castle to swoon over - it's gorgeous.
32 Cycling in the Ardeche
Lucy Pitts falls in love with the wild and dramatic beauty of the Ardeche.
40 Bordeaux – Wine, Rivers & Chateaux
Rupert parker says a cycling/barge holiday in Bordeaux is bound to float your boat.
46 Ile D’Aix, Charente-Maritime
The perfect little island for chilling out and getting away from it all.
50 How to live like a Millionaire in Nice... on a budget
A break in the sunny southern city doesn’t need to break the bank!
56 The Loire Valley – like you’ve never seen it before
The secret side to this beautiful area and a few surprises too!
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