The mountains’ resort towns have reached an inflection point, facing changes that threaten their cultures and even survival, as demand for short-term rentals reshapes the landscape.

Annecy, a town in the French Alps, offers year-round cultural events and activities. Visitors can enjoy skiing and exploring historic sites like Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard. This article is part ...

Experience the charm and culture of the French Alps on this exclusive nine-day Village Life® journey based in the lakeside town of Annecy, often called the “Venice of the Alps.” Settle into the ...

OUR neighbour across the English Channel is officially the most-visited country in the world. France has everything, from top class skiing in the mountainous Alps, to incredible campsites, ...

From awe-inspiring cathedrals, gourmet restaurants, fairytale castles, and manicured vineyards, France offers endless stunning attractions. Travellers to France could spend an entire week or two and ...

In southeastern France, Annecy is a picturesque town in Haute-Savoie. Surrounded by the Alps and near Switzerland, it features a historic center and a clear mountain lake.

Snow-covered chalets glow under starlit skies while church bells echo across frosted peaks. Mountain towns come alive with lights, markets and the scent of mulled wine in the crisp winter air.