The fact that Bordeaux is like Mecca for wine lovers is certainly what drew us to come visit this city and worship at the altar of some of the world’s best wines. But Bordeaux is more than just sipping Grand Cru Classé at châteaux; it’s a beautiful and compact city who’s been getting a shiny facelift over the last few…
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A Local’s Guide to the Best Things to Do in Bordeaux
Moon Harbour: Bordeaux’s Whisky Distillery
Think Bordeaux is just all about wine? Guess again. While wine reigns king in the World Capital of Wine, Bordeaux has always been a city also about its spirits. The city does sit between Cognac and Armagnac, after all. But these days you don’t even need to leave the city to sample spirits. Bordeaux is home to Moon Harbour, a…
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The Perfect 3-Days in Bordeaux
We might be a little biased since we do call Bordeaux home, but we think it’s one of the best places to visit in France. There’s no where else in France like it. You can combine a vibrant city, beautiful vineyards making some of the world’s most famous wine, a charming medieval UNESCO listed village with the world’s largest church…
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Eat Your Way Through These 10 Bordeaux Specialties
Known around the world for its prestigious wines, Bordeaux is much more than a wine region. Situated perfectly along the Garonne Estuary and between the Atlantic Ocean, lush lands of the Dordogne and just north of the Pays Basque, Bordeaux is a gastronomic paradise. It’s surely why the vibrant South-West city has attracted young chefs from around France and the…
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Château La Dominique: Saint-Émilion’s Architectural Wonder
On the border of the Pomerol and Saint-Émilion appellations, Château La Dominique quite literally stands out among some of Bordeaux’s most famous châteaux. It’s the shiny red contemporary building that immediately catches the eye and draws you in. With a storied past, the château was brought back to life by a new owner with an innovative vision. It’s here that…
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