Travel

Mont St-Michel has been among the top pilgrimage sites in all Christendom. For over a thousand years, the silhouette of this island-abbey has sent pilgrim’s weary spirits soaring.

On the night of 5th/6th June 70 years ago the D-Day landings were under way and it is impossible to travel far in Normandy without seeing dramatic evidence of that historic event. Today we have two videos to mark this event. The first video explores the half-timbered charm of Rouen, reflects on Monet’s lily ponds in Giverny, takes a look at local artisans, and sets up an easel at Honfleur’s harbour. It then ventures into composer Eric Satie’s eccentric world and tastes the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, it ends with [More]

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings, and it is impossible to travel far in Normandy without seeing dramatic evidence of that historic event.