France

France covers a lot of ground, from the museums and cafés of Paris to the vineyards of Bordeaux, the beaches of the Riviera, and the mountains of the Alps. Food and wine shape most trips here, whether that means a Michelin-starred restaurant or a simple market lunch. Regional differences are strong, so Provence, Normandy, and the south of France can feel like entirely different countries. Trains connect most major cities quickly and comfortably.