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A Day Trip to Brighton and Hove from London
Last Updated on January 13, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas Some might say the city of Brighton and Hove is East Sussex’s coastal cosmopolitan gem. From Victorians promenading along the seafront, to modern-day Brightonians taking advantage of the beach as their back garden, to day trippers venturing down the Laines, I think it’s safe to say…
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How to Spend One Day in Antibes, France
Last Updated on January 19, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas Antibes, in the South of France, is decidedly more rustic in feel than its French Riviera neighbours Cannes and Nice. But for it, the town holds a unique and timeless allure that brings visitors back again and again. ©2024 Karis Tavernier-Nicholas On a recent pit-stop tour…
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The Best Spots to See the Eiffel Tower in Paris
Last Updated on January 19, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas On a recent trip to Paris, I spent time enjoying some of the things the city has to offer; the architecture, the shops, and, of course, the food! But we (my mum and I) also spent a lot of our time there routinely hunting for the…
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A Day Trip to Brighton and Hove from London
Last Updated on January 13, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas Some might say the city of Brighton and Hove is East Sussex’s coastal cosmopolitan gem. From Victorians promenading along the seafront, to modern-day Brightonians taking advantage of the beach as their back garden, to day trippers venturing down the Laines, I think it’s safe to say…
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Tavernier’s Travels – An Update for 2026
Last Updated on January 6, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas
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Château de Vincennes: Visiting Paris’ Less Famous Castle
Last Updated on September 9, 2025 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas 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 country, and is top of the…
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What and When is Michaelmas? All You Need to Know About The Christian Festival
Last Updated on January 20, 2026 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas You might have heard of it while reading about Mr Bingley’s arrival in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice or noticed how some universities in the UK commonly refer to it as the first term of an academic year. Or maybe you first heard about it while…
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Is Sir John Soane’s Museum Worth Visiting?
Last Updated on August 6, 2025 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas 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) Sir John Soane, widely considered one…
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La Rochelle, France: A Travel Diary in Pictures
Last Updated on July 29, 2025 by Karis Tavernier-Nicholas 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 or a slow, gentle holiday. You…
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Welcome to Tavernier’s Travels, a travel and culture blog. Here you’ll find travel guides, travel tips and advice, and cultural and historical travel posts.
Flaneurs at heart will appreciate our emphasis on turning towards slow travel where possible and experiencing life as locals do, wherever we are.


