One of the appeals of Menton on the French Riviera is the largest museum dedicated to the works of Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), a famous French artist who died fifty years ago. Frederic exolores the museum and the three towns forever linked with his work

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

So Home Secretary, Theresa May, has pledged to improve the visa system in an attempt to attract more Chinese visitors – both for business travellers and tourists – to Britain

Al Fresco Holidays has extended the deadline of their Young Travel Writer competition so children now have until 15 April, to work on their entries and be in with the chance of winning a family holiday

Jeff Redl, sales and marketing manager at Asia Destinations, on Vietnam, Italy and France’s future in the tourism industry

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

The Loire Valley aka the former “playground of kings” is famed for its magnificent chateaux and stunning gardens. Planning on visiting this picturesque region of France? Anthony Lydekker has the low-down on the chateaux you really shouldn’t miss

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

France’s fifth largest city remains the undisputed queen of the Cote d’Azur. Frederic tells us everything we need to know about Nice and its unmissable Carnival – a fortnight of fireworks, flower parades and parties

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

In 2012 Germany’s biggest theme park exceeded the record mark of 4.5 million visitors for the first time

Kaye Holland is seduced by the sleek sophistication of Montreal and the old world charm of Quebec City in Quebec – aka the most surprising destination in North America

Kaye Holland is seduced by the sleek sophistication of Montreal and the old world charm of Quebec City in Quebec – aka the most surprising destination in North America

The CD-Traveller team share their favourite 2012 travel experiences and look at the top spots for 2013

As ski enthusiasts look to the new season, Anna Maria Espsater tells us everything we need to know about Europe’s ski scene

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

Frederic explores Fantastic 2012, a huge event that takes over Lille once every three years

France tops the property hot spot ladder, even as Eurozone troubles take their toll

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

Sky-high roaming charges levied by the UK’s mobile operators could cost Brits taking Christmas holidays abroad, a small fortune

About 40% of the skiers who test themselves on the slopes there are Brits so we make up an important market for the French showpiece resort. But did you know how long it has been a favourite?

In a bid to attract more new UK skiers, Les 3 Vallées in France (the world’s largest ski area, settled in the French Alps), has launched its Easy Rider campaign

Starting from October 3rd, Paris will host an exhibition about that most British of subjects –tea. It is being held at the Musée Guimet. This exhibition alone, “Tea at Guimet,” is a good opportunity to enjoy a short break in Paris. With Eurostar offering some £59 return tickets to Paris during October, this new exhibition is timed to attract us Brits to travel there.

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the Channel

Anthony journeys to Languedoc Roussillon, the French region that’s famed for its landscape, literature, music and wine

Anthony journeys to Languedoc Roussillon, the French region that’s famed for its landscape, literature, music and wine

CD-Traveller tells you what’s hot and what’s not in the travel world. This month Birmingham has been given a boost but British cuisine hasn’t fared so well

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the Channel