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Lyon’s best bars and nightlife

Drinking in this gourmet city remains closely tied to the ancient winemaking heritage of the surrounding Rhône Valley, while a new generation of addresses have stylishly embraced world cocktail culture, drawing on Lyon’s long-coveted gastronomic know-how and rich local seasonal produce. Some sensational new drinks and food pairings that only the French can make. Come… Read More »

Vineyards on the line from Avignon to Lyon, France

Trains and wine make natural partners, whether it’s a glass of fresh white wine after a leisurely lunch in a restaurant carriage while touring the Alps, or a railway route through a region famous for its fine wines. Many of Europe’s most valuable wine regions lend themselves naturally to exploration by rail. Interactive For example,… Read More »

Inside the faded Swiss resort making a dazzling comeback

Crans-Montana is having a moment – Patrick Gueller What connects football superstar Lionel Messi, famous George Clooney and TV star Chloe Madeley? No, this isn’t the surprise cast of the next hit reality television series; rather, they were all bosses of the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, which has staged a remarkable comeback after falling… Read More »