Bordeaux in three days: the old core, the quays north, then a day out in the wine country — full day or half, with the city already finished.
Bordeaux 3-Day Itinerary: Two Days In, One Day (or Half) Out Read Post »
Two days in Bordeaux, sequenced: the old core on foot Day 1, the quays north Day 2, and a straight answer on whether to leave town for the vines.
Bordeaux 2-Day Itinerary: Old Core First, Quays Second Read Post »
Chartrons, Bordeaux runs far north of the Chartrons everyone describes. Where along the quarter to book, and where the walk stops being the plan.
Chartrons, Bordeaux: Where to Stay in a Quarter This Long Read Post »
Where to stay in Marseille for couples: two right answers, settled by one question about your evenings — plus the tiebreaker if you disagree.
Where to Stay in Marseille for Couples: One Question Decides Read Post »
Where to stay in Marseille, area by area: the Vieux-Port wins on walkability, while five alternatives each suit a different kind of trip.
Where to Stay in Marseille: 6 Best Areas for Every Traveler Read Post »
Where to stay in Marseille for first-time visitors: the Vieux-Port harbour band, which part to book, the two exceptions, and the errors to avoid.
Where to Stay in Marseille on a First Visit: One Base Read Post »
Marseille tips that hold up on the ground: dress for the mistral, eat on southern time, greet before asking, and pace the first day.
Marseille Tips: The Local Habits First-Timers Miss Read Post »
Walk the centre, ride for the hills: current RTM ticket and pass prices, the pass break-even point, and the buses to the Calanques.
Getting Around Marseille: Tickets, Passes and When to Walk Read Post »
Vieux-Port vs Corniche: where to stay in Marseille, resolved with declared winners on six dimensions — and the one booking mistake you can undo.
Vieux-Port vs Corniche: Where to Stay in Marseille, Decided Read Post »
