Pros: the Loire is Lovely and richly rewarding in it's history and beauty Cons: none
One of my dreams as a young girl came true a few years ago, to stay in a CASTLE in France. Of course, it really wasn't a castle but a Chateau and there weren't any royalty there but, that's what I felt like from the moment we set foot on...
Pros: Rich history, beauty, only three hours from Paris Cons: none
The Loire Valley is one of the most interesting and beautiful areas in France. Its historical significance is evident while touring the area, with all of its castles and chateaux. The area is noted for its stories of romance, drama and intrigue,...
This epinion will not focus on the intrigues that many of my fellow epinioners have already discussed. I do recommend their epinions as well but wished to give a psudo virtual tour with...
Pros: An fascinating tour... Cons: A visit to a French commercial estate... but somehow this adds to the fascination.
The Loire has many attractions for lovers of food and drink but if you want to do something rather different while in this fabulous area. I would recommend you include a visit to the Cointreau factory at Angers in your itinerary. I must admit I wasn't a...
Pros: Beautiful scenery, history, and castles all within a ~30 miles radius of Tours. Cons: A rental car or bus tour is most likely needed to visit this area.
The castles of the Loire Valley are a true example of the French Renaissance. Francois Ier (King) was quite addicted to splendor and advancing the achievements of France and was a strong influence on the "movement" commissioning both Blois and Chambord. ...
Pros: Chateaux,villages,rivers,sights,food,wine & People Cons: Some of the more 'touristy' towns such as Amboise can be very busy.
Many people would agree that returning for a second or third time to a particular holiday destination is an obvious indication of its popularity and my wife and I have found such a place in the Centre region of France . We had visited many areas of ...
Pros: Scene of Massacre; Leonardo da Vinci is buried on the grounds Cons: An imposing fortress and location but not very beautiful
"I have 2 days in the Loire. Which chateaux should I see?" That is a question heard frequently from travelers with limited time. YentaKvetch cannot answer that question. No one can. The answer is always the same: You need to do a little...
Pros: romantic and relaxing rooms, lovely setting, excellent value Cons: none
Located on the Loire River and at the foot of the Chateau d'Amboise, this small hotel was built in the 1700s but was gut-renovated in 1998-- and what a renovation it is!
Le Manoir Les Minimes is centrally located, a perfect base for...
Pros: Totally silly unpretentious evening Cons: Not gourmet food; if you are interested in gourmet food, try the regular menu
If you spend a month in the Loire Valley, as YentaKvetch did in the summer of 1997, you will soon have your fill of châteaux and will look for a change of pace. YentaKvetch's recommendation: Try the Dinner Spectacle Renaissance sponsored by Le Manoir St....
Pros: Magnificent Chateaus, tranquility Cons: Too big of a house to clean
I visited the Loire Valley in April 2001 and felt invigorated by the wonderful weather and mesmerized with the tranquil pace of life in this valley. We visited some of the most wonderful chateaus in the world lived in by kings, queens, princes,...
Pros: High quality unique entertainment Cons: You will need to speak to understand some of the productions
If you plan a trip to the Loire Valley in summer, you will soon be exhausted from schlepping around to the many châteaux that dot the landscape. Take it easy on some days; take a nap during the day, and be prepared to do some of your schlepping in the...
Pros: Beautiful chateau spanning the river Cher Cons: Magnet for tour bus groups in summer
"I have 2 days in the Loire. Which chateaux should I see?" That is a question heard frequently from travelers with limited time. YentaKvetch cannot answer that question. No one can. The answer is always the same: You need to do a little...
Pros: Close to Paris, lots of bloody history, interesting architecture Cons: Read your history first or you won't really understand the significance of the place
"I have 2 days in the Loire. Which chateaux should I see?" That is a question heard frequently from travelers with limited time. YentaKvetch cannot answer that question. No one can. The answer is always the same: You need to do a little...
Pros: A life time experience Cons: Too little time
One of my favorite places in the whole world is Loire valley. In fact, I love it so much that I am not sure I want to share it. But hey, I will.
I've been to Loire Valley four or five times and definitely will go there many more times.
Pros: Easily accessible, interesting features Cons: not as grand as other chateau, but just as pleasing.
While driving through the Loire Valley for our honeymoon, my husband and I visited several of the regions most famous chateau, but it was Chenonceau we found the most beautiful.
It is not a large castle by any means, but is has some very original...
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