Posts Tagged ‘Normandy’
The Best of Normandy
France is a country soaked in tradition. The nation is one of the most visited, drawing millions of visitors yearly. I have lived, worked, and traveled through France for over two decades, and one of my favorite regions is Normandy. The region dates back centuries, and it was here that Willian the Conqueror invaded England…
Read MoreExplore Fécamp
Fécamp is a fishing port in Northern France and was once home to the Dukes of Normandy. The port town is a seaside resort, religious pilgrimage site, and home to the world-famous Benedictine liqueur. I stayed in Fécamp for two nights after visiting Honfleur and Etretat. The Benedictine Palace My first stop in the town…
Read MoreExplore Étretat
Normandy is full of charming towns, and Etretat is one you will not want to miss. Etretat is well known for its stunning white cliffs and eye-catching rock formations. I had always wanted to visit the picturesque town, and I am glad I finally had the chance to see it. Although I have explored many…
Read MoreTwo Fun Days in Honfleur
During my time in Normandy, I was also able to visit the charming town of Honfleur. The small town is located on the estuary where the Seine river meets the English Channel and it is a popular destination in Normandy. I had planned on staying one night, but after falling for the town’s charm and…
Read MoreVisit Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy
If you’re looking for a small coastal town to visit while exploring Normandy that is loaded with history, look no further than Arromanches-Les-Baines. Arromanches is a short 20-minute drive from Bayeux and a 30-minute drive to the American Cemetery. My first visit to Arromanches was in 1998 when I was studying abroad in Caen, France.…
Read MoreA Retreat to the Mondaye Abbey
After spending weeks based in Bayeux building World Travelers Today’s network for tours and trip designs in Normandy, I needed a break from months of work. I was in search of a place to recharge the batteries and a place that was secluded from a city. The small village of Juaye-Mondaye was the perfect spot…
Read MoreThe Best of Historical Rouen
While working with local guides in Bayeux and Caen, they informed me that no visit to Normandy is complete without exploring Rouen. After all, Rouen is the capital city of Normandy. I conducted my usual research and soon booked a two-hour train from Bayeux to Rouen. I spent four full days exploring the city and…
Read MoreVisit Caen
Many years ago, I studied abroad in the beautiful city of Caen. Caen is the capital city of Calvados, a county in France’s Normandy region. Caen is a two-hour train ride from Paris’ Saint Lazare station and the city was once home to William the Conqueror. I was fortunate enough to be working in the…
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