Plan a Trip to France
By Kelby Carr, About.com Guide to France Travel
Plan a trip to France with various tools, such as maps, getting around, destination guides, monthly calendars, and information on where to stay. Before you go to France, learn about the French culture and traditions, as well as French language.
Where to Go in France
France is Paris, but then it's so much more. Why limit yourself to just one capital city? There are fabulous beach towns and amazing mountain villages. There are also numerous urban destinations outside Paris. Each region in France features its own unique charm.
Where to Stay in France
It can be a challenge to find the best lodging for you in France. Figure out how to get great bargains at budget hotels, campgrounds and inns, or live like a king at some of this country's most luxurious chateau hotels and upscale accommodations.
- Lodging Options in France
- French Hotel Rating System
- Logis de France Inns
- French Chateau Hotels
- Camping in France
- Ski Resort Hotels in France
- Gites de France
- Book a Hotel in France
- Paris Hotel Reviews
- Romantic Hotels in Paris
Getting Around France
If you plan to visit France, you need to know all the ins and outs of getting in and about in this country. Once you land at the airport, your adventures are hardly over. Find out about France's extensive and reliable rail network, flying within Europe, rental cars and the thorough bus systems.
- Choosing the Right Rail Pass
- Peugeot Open Europe Buyback Car Rental Program
- Ride the Eurostar Between London and Paris
- Surviving France's Rail System
- Packing for Train Travel
Maps of France
Maps of France and Paris are a must if you plan to visit. You can find rail and train maps, an interactive map of major French cities, online France country maps, lists of top road atlases and Paris city maps and more in this index of maps of France and Paris.
French Culture
Before visiting France, be sure you understand all the nuances of the French culture. This could mean the difference between an enjoyable trip and an unpleasant one. Follow these tips and guides to French culture before you visit France.
