The summer holidays are nearly here and so you’ll be looking for a holiday destination to suit the kids, the husband

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and maybe even the dog too!

France is an excellent holiday destination and, because it’s so close to the UK, it helps to minimise your travelling time.

The advantages of France are many. It has something for everyone, from culture to romance, summer sun to ski action. If you have the car with you, you might even to a little road trip around the country. If you have teenage children, the likelihood is that they study French, which means that they’ll get to practice the lingo, and you’ll have a free translation service!

France is also a very stylish country, giving you the opportunity to show of all of your favourite black dresses and ladies clothes as you swan about enjoying yourself.
Today we highlight some wonderful cultural destinations to visit.

Paris: a short hop on the Eurostar and you’re in one of the most romantic and sophisticated cities on earth. Visit the Pompidou Centre and take a walk by the River Seine.

Lille: a really beautiful city full of culture. Take a trip to the Lille Fine Arts Museum and enjoy a pastry in Meert, one of France’s most famous patisseries.

Bordeaux: home to the famous wine and a World Heritage Site in its own right. Stroll around its many historic buildings and enjoy a wine tasting or three!

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Well, we’re only one month into the year, and most of us already need a break from the old routine! Who’d have thought that going to work or looking after the kids in this freezing weather would be so exhausting?

There’s no need to wait until the summer to get yourself some time away. In fact, a city break provides the perfect way to get a little holiday without spending too much money or indeed taking up too much of your annual leave. In fact, with some destinations such as Paris and Bruges so close to the UK, you might not need to take any time off of work at all: simply hop on the Eurostar after work on a Friday night and come home on Sunday night ready for the week ahead!

When thinking about which city to visit, first of all consider who you’re taking with you. If it’s a family trip, then you’ll want to visit a city with activities for kids of all ages. Copenhagen, in Denmark, has beer and castles for the grown-ups whist the oldest Legoland (just outside the city) in the world will amuse the children.

If you’re planning a romantic break, then of course Paris springs to mind – especially in springtime. It’s the city for lovers and the scene of many a tear-strewn proposal, especially at the top of the Eiffel Tower.

For a fun trip with friends or family, why not check out Barcelona? There are bars and fine restaurants aplenty as well as lots of gorgeous Gaudi architecture.