Tavernier’s Travels – An Update for 2026
Category Culture
Château de Vincennes: Visiting Paris’ Less Famous Castle
It’s probably fair to say that – among many, many other things – France is famous for its numerous châteaus and palaces. To take a step inside many of these architectural gems only adds to the appeal of visiting the…
Is Sir John Soane’s Museum Worth Visiting?
Situated in central London, Sir John Soane’s museum should be one of the top museums on your itinerary list when visiting London. It is particularly unique as it’s a house museum; it was formerly the home of (you guessed it)…
La Rochelle, France: A Travel Diary in Pictures
Set in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France, La Rochelle is a city steeped in architectural and maritime history. With just enough to see but not enough to overwhelm your itinerary, La Rochelle is perfect for a quick weekend trip away…
Saint Martin de Ré, France: A Travel Diary in Pictures
The chic island of Ile-de-Ré attracts thousands of tourists every year, and it’s little wonder why. Local restrictions means that the architecture on the island remains unspoilt. Just an hour’s ferry ride from La Rochelle, the largest village on the…
A History of Macarons (with surprisingly humble beginnings!)
One of the first things that comes to mind whenever I think of France are all the patisseries to be found in boulangeries throughout the country. But it’s one of these patisseries that stands out most of all – macarons.…