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From Annecy to Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, France

Family travel to Annecy in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region of France. Even on a rainy day, this beautiful town delivered a memorable experience. It has gorgeous mountain and lake views and a unique history with Gallic, Roman, Swiss, and French cultural influences. You’ll definitely want to add it to your list!

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Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, France

Family travel to the beautiful resort village of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. This was one of our favorite stays during our 3 months in France. It was a perfect location to provide access to wonderful activities and day trips. Our Airbnb was cozy and comfortable and a perfect distance for venturing into the town often. The town itself was walkable and welcoming and we really made the gorgeous village feel like home during our stay.

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High-Speed Train Travel in France

Family travel in France utilizing the high-speed train. If you want to get around France (or other parts of Europe) quickly and efficiently, you’ll want to know about the TGV. We’re sharing our experience and providing information on lots of popular routes from Paris that will add some wonderful new cities to your list.

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Tips for Visiting the Louvre with Kids

Family travel to the world’s most famous museum - the Louvre. We’re sharing our tips to make a family day at the Louvre fun for both kids and parents. With a little planning and preparation, your family can have a wonderful time learning and experiencing all the art and history the Louvre has to offer. You’ll definitely want to add this location to your family bucket list of destinations.

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Interesting Facts About the Louvre

Family travel to the Louvre. We’re sharing some interesting facts that most people don’t know about this iconic museum. You’ll learn some fun and little known information about the building’s history, its royal residents, and the artwork and other objects you’ll find inside.

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Visit to the Louvre

Family travel to the Louvre, the largest and most famous museum in the world. We’re sharing all about its history, design, our first impressions, our experience, and all the things you should know before you visit.

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Halloween at Disneyland Paris

Family travel to Disneyland Paris for the Disneyland Halloween Festival. We enjoyed a much more leisurely Disney experience and lower prices than we’ve found in the US! We’re sharing our experience with the rides and other attractions at both parks in this post.

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Tips for Visiting Versailles with Kids

Family travel to the iconic Palace of Versailles. There is so much to see and do, which can make the experience a little overwhelming, especially if you’re touring with your kids. This week, we’re sharing ways to make a visit to Versailles more fun for your kids and a little less stressful for you.

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Interesting Facts About Versailles

Family Travel to the Palace of Versailles. We’re sharing interesting facts about the iconic palace, its famous residents, its innovative technologies, and even how much it would cost to build it today!

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Palace of Versailles

Family travel to the most iconic castle in France. The opulent Palace of Versailles, which dates back to the early 1600s became the focus of bitterness for the starving citizens of the nation who revolted against their king and queen. We’re providing some interesting facts about both the palace and its ties to some key moments in U.S. history.

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11 Must-See Castles in France

Family travel in the Loire Valley of France. We’re sharing our pick of castles that you must see when touring France and providing you with a brief description of what makes each one worth visiting!

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2023 Year in Review

2023 Year in Review and plans for lots of Uncommon Family Adventures in 2024. We’re sharing our Favorite Posts of 2023 and wishing you all a Happy New Year!

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9 Tips for Visiting Centre-Val de Loire, France with Kids

Family travel to the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. Castles aren’t the only amazing things that this region has to offer. We’re sharing what to see and do with your kids, beyond just the iconic châteaux, while visiting this beautiful region, located in France’s Loire Valley.

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Château de Chambord, France

Family travel to Château de Chambord in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. We’re sharing our exploration of this beautiful property that is rumored to have inspired the Beast’s castle featured in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast film. This beautiful château is an essential stop for anyone visiting the region.

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Château Royal d’Amboise, France

Family travel to Château Royal d’Amboise in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. We’re providing the details of our tour of this Loire Valley castle and its nearby town. We’re also sharing some interesting facts about its history and famous residents and visitors.

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Dhuizon, France

Family travel to the beautiful Centre-Val de Loire Region of France. We’re featuring a lovely Airbnb that provided our home base while we toured castles and enjoyed home cooked meals utilizing the fresh ingredients of the region.

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Le Château d'Ussé, France

Family travel in the Centre-Val de Loire Region of France where we tour the beautiful Le Château d’Ussé. Best known for providing the inspiration for the “Sleeping Beauty” fairy tale, this castle has a rich history and is nestled in a stunning natural landscape.

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15 Reasons to Visit Pays de la Loire, France with Kids

Family travel to the Pays de la Loire region of France. We’re providing details on some of the great places to visit that will provide thrills for all ages. From seaside resorts and historic sites to a one-of-a-kind amusement park and even centuries-old cave dwellings, this post is a must-read!

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Puy du Fou, France

Family travel to the best theme park in the world. Located in western France, Puy du Fou welcomes 2.3 million visitors a year and we’re sharing all the details.

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