• National Geographic Best of the World 2027: Normandy, France

    National Geographic Best of the World 2027: Normandy, France

    Why go: A celebration a millennium in the making is set among landscapes the Impressionists…

    Why go: A celebration a millennium in the making is set among landscapes the Impressionists adored Normandy captivates travelers with its Gothic cathedrals, seaside resorts, and rolling green pastures speckled with thatched houses. But William the Conqueror made the place pivotal to European history. Born in 1027, William led the cross-Channel conquest of England, recounted…

  • How to Enjoy a Trip to St. Tropez—Even If You’re Not a Millionaire

    How to Enjoy a Trip to St. Tropez—Even If You’re Not a Millionaire

    The French Riviera hub is a status symbol for the jet set. But look a…

    The French Riviera hub is a status symbol for the jet set. But look a little deeper, and you’ll find a place with plenty of local charm—and natural beauty. Mary Winston Nicklin July 20, 2026 For a few summer months every year, a town in the South of France with a year-round population of less…

  • 7 of the best things to do in Paris

    7 of the best things to do in Paris

    In National Geographic’s Best of the World with Antoni Porowski, the host dives into the…

    In National Geographic’s Best of the World with Antoni Porowski, the host dives into the French capital’s living traditions—from Art Deco swimming pools and cycling culture to historic hotels, cabaret glamour, and unforgettable food. Layered with history, Paris exerts a magnetic pull on millions visitors each year. Yet the culture-crammed French capital is more than…

  • The Paris Neighborhood to Explore Between Matches at the French Open

    The Paris Neighborhood to Explore Between Matches at the French Open

    Creatives are energizing this oft-overlooked district in the city’s 16th Arrondissement with pilgrimage-worthy addresses In…

    Creatives are energizing this oft-overlooked district in the city’s 16th Arrondissement with pilgrimage-worthy addresses In May, tennis fans in Panama hats converge on Roland Garros Stadium for the French Open. Just a forehand shot away from the red clay courts, Auteuil is an authentic pocket of Paris that’s far from the tourist throngs—and the stereotypes…

  • Evian Water Has Been Bottled in This Dreamy Destination for 200 Years

    Evian Water Has Been Bottled in This Dreamy Destination for 200 Years

    Evian Water Has Been Bottled in This Dreamy Destination for 200 Years The underrated resort…

    Evian Water Has Been Bottled in This Dreamy Destination for 200 Years The underrated resort town in the French Alps is all about the water. By Mary Winston Nicklin Published on May 12, 2026 I wish I could blame the snow shoes, but they’re light as fresh powder. Ascending the 1,674-meter Pic des Mémises, I’m…

  • How to Eat Like a Local in Paris

    How to Eat Like a Local in Paris

    How to Eat Like a Local in Paris — a Guide to the Best Restaurants,…

    How to Eat Like a Local in Paris — a Guide to the Best Restaurants, Culinary-Focused Hotels, and More Food lovers can curate the perfect visit around the city’s culinary delights. By Mary Winston Nicklin Published on March 4, 2026 “It is unquestionably the place in the universe where the finest cuisine is served,” said…