TRAVEL JOURNAL

WHERE TRAVEL BECOMES A STORY

Welcome to the Travel Journal by Olea Voyages, a refined French and Monegasque travel journal, your window into elegance, culture and hidden beauty. From the timeless allure of Paris to the sunlit coasts of Provence, the Côte d’Azur and Monte Carlo, our articles explore destinations, French lifestyle and cultural rituals.

Discover insider guides, curated experiences and Olea Tips designed for those who seek authenticity, sophistication and a deeper way to travel.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Eiffel Tower at sunset with the La Défense skyline in the distance, Paris

January 23, 2026

The Eiffel Tower: Vision, History, and the Paris Experience Today

The Eiffel Tower tells the story of bold vision, innovation, and Parisian identity, from Gustave Eiffel’s radical idea to a global icon. Today, it offers far more than a view, champagne moments, fine dining, private access, and unforgettable perspectives over Paris. Experienced with intention, it becomes a defining moment of any Paris journey.

Sunlit lemon orchard in Provence with mature citrus trees bearing golden fruit under Mediterranean sunshine

Menton: The Citrus Capital of the French Riviera

November 28, 2025

Luxury Paris sunset view along the Seine River with elegant Haussmann architecture and historic bridges at golden hour

Karl Lagerfeld’s France: From Paris Haute Couture to the French Riviera

November 21, 2025

Grasse perfume experience, Fragonard perfume collection with golden bottles displayed on illuminated shelves at Grasse factory

Grasse: The Perfumed Soul of the French Riviera

November 14, 2025

Monet day trip from Paris, Claude Monet's Japanese Bridge painting featuring water lilies and reflections at Giverny

Monet’s France: An Impressionist Day Trip from Paris to Giverny

November 7, 2025

Luxury hotel facade along the Seine River in Paris with elegant Haussmannian architecture

Cheval Blanc Paris: A New Chapter of Parisian Elegance

October 31, 2025

Provence wine tour, Ripe purple wine grapes hanging on vine in French vineyard ready for harvest

Luxury Provence Wine Tour: Savor the Art of French Wine and Culture

October 24, 2025

Aerial view of French Riviera bay with luxury yachts and pristine Mediterranean coastline

The Perfect French Honeymoon: Romance and Refinement on the Côte d’Azur

October 17, 2025

Collection of elegant blue evening gowns and luxury fashion accessories displayed on light background

Avenue de Montaigne: The Essence of Parisian Elegance

October 10, 2025

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