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In the heart of the south-west, Toulouse is the perfect destination for a weekend break or longer stay. Boasting a rich history and a whole host of cultural influences, everyone should visit the Pink City at least once.

Learn about Toulouse’s long history of aeronautics with the three guided tours of this iconic developer’s factory and main sites.

On the eastern coast of Corsica is one of the island\'s gems, an attractive village that sits in a region of hilltop hamlets, seaside communities and beautiful beaches.

Relax and enjoy the sun on this secluded sandy beach, known for its shallow and calm waters.

Rising dramatically from the cliffs of southern Corsica, this historic citadel still has many of its original features.

This serene mountain town has rustic charm and natural beauty and is the site of one of Europe’s most famous divine encounters.

Marvel at the wooden organ and work out the parables depicted in the stained glass in this blend of two separate religious buildings.

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

Dine in fine restaurants, admire extravagant yachts and sports cars, or duck into the famous Monte Carlo Casino for a high-stakes game of blackjack.

Visit this stylish, cosmopolitan port town, home to a historical Old Town, a sleek marina and idyllic beaches.

France\'s southernmost town is also one of its most sublime: Bonifacio, which is partly perched on tall cliffs, is a Corsican gem.

France\'s southernmost town is also one of its most sublime: Bonifacio, which is partly perched on tall cliffs, is a Corsican gem.

This small mountain village offers an authentic slice of Corsican life, beautiful scenery and access to several walking trails.

France\'s southernmost town is also one of its most sublime: Bonifacio, which is partly perched on tall cliffs, is a Corsican gem.

France\'s southernmost town is also one of its most sublime: Bonifacio, which is partly perched on tall cliffs, is a Corsican gem.