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Inside Europe

Madama Butterfly, Floria Tosca – they all came from Lucca

Sunday, 14 December 2008

Visit this Tuscan city as it marks the 150th birthday of its son, Puccini, says Adrian Mourby

Barcelona: The crowds are gone in December - and the locals like it that way

Saturday, 13 December 2008

It was an exhilarating and faintly surreal sensation, suspended in mid-air over Barcelona last week.

Chic on the cheap: Top five budget Parisian hotels

Saturday, 13 December 2008

Fancy a budget break in the French capital? Check out these stylish hotels.

Justin Marozzi's Classical Grand Tour: 'Herodotus's gallivanting expeditions form the perfect itinerary for the traveller of today'

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Swanning around Europe was just dandy for young 18th-century aristos, but with time now at a premium, three travel writers here propose alternative Grand Tours for the 21st century

Sandi Toksvig's Northern Grand Tour: 'We need to get back to basics and slow down'

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Swanning around Europe was just dandy for young 18th-century aristos, but with time now at a premium, three travel writers here propose alternative Grand Tours for the 21st century

Bargain Balkans: Head east for the slopes

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Don't let the credit crunch cramp your style: there is still sensibly priced skiing to be had in Eastern Europe

A stay in France you’ll never want to forget

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Take advantage of these tempting offers from top-of-the-range hotels in Languedoc-Roussillon

The Maison de la Region Languedoc-Roussillon in London

Saturday, 6 December 2008

The only French region to have established official city-centre footholds in London and other major financial and business capitals (Brussels, Milan, Shanghai), Languedoc-Roussillon will use its UK offices to promote commercial interests between the UK and the south of France, focusing on business areas including wine, agriculture, industry, tourism, food, environment, health, housing & textiles, transport & logistics and high-tech.

Active Languedoc: A French holiday with a sporty twist

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Languedoc has plenty to offer those who like to use a break to learn a new sport, indulge in a favourite hobby, or watch others goingthrough their paces. The most exciting spectator event in the region is the Mondial duVent, nine days of windsurfing and kitesurfing competitions, with freestyle, long distance and slalom events.

Bowled over: Sample Languedoc's culinary delights

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Languedoc: A historic break in the South of France

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Cathy Packe follows in some ancient footsteps down south into the green heart of the country, and finds a host of hidden delights along the way

A brief guide to the vineyards of Languedoc

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Montpellier

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Three hundred days of sunshine every year? No wonder this elegant French city is so relaxed. Cathy Packe explores the shops, museums and restaurants – and wanders round ‘the Egg’

National Park Life: Out and about in Languedoc's green spaces

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Parc de la NarbonnaiseThis varied area is a mixture of coastal landscape, lagoons and mountains, gentle terrain and wild nature. The mild coastal climate makes it a destination to visit at any time of year, and it is especially popular with hikers: there are nearly 250 miles of trails to explore, some long-distance, others manageable in an afternoon. Accommodation is available throughout the park in gîtes, chambres d’hôtes and campsites.

Languedoc-Roussillon: A scenic and surprising region

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Whether you’re travelling by train, bike or even donkey, the diverse routes through this spectacular region will provide some unforgettable journeys.

Languedoc-Roussillon: Roll up for the magical history tour

Saturday, 6 December 2008

Languedoc-Roussillon wears its ancient past with pride. Drive along the A9 highway and in parts you’re on the road laid down by the Romans in about 118BC. The 257km Via Domitia was the first Roman road to be built in Gaul, and the area around is peppered with evidence of Roman life. On the 8km stretch between Beaucaire and Nîmes there are still milestones in place. Further south are the ruins of the settlement of Ambrussum with the remains of a Roman bridge spanning the River Vidourle.

Languedoc-Roussillon: Life on the coastline's edge

Saturday, 6 December 2008

From ancient ports and modern resorts to bohemian backwaters, the Languedoc-Roussillon coastline offers something for everyone.

Sud de France Wines

Saturday, 6 December 2008

The Sud de France/Languedoc-Roussillon area is the world’s largest single wine-producing region, representing a third of the volume of France’s wine production. Its production, about two billion bottles a year, exceeds that of South Africa and Chile combined.