3 travel guides for a last-minute weekend getaway

If, on a whim, you decide to take off for the weekend, check out these three original travel guides for a truly satisfying and carefree break.

Cover photo: A Week Abroad

A Week Abroad: Sicilia

Designed like a local guide, A Week Abroad explores the most beautiful regions of the world and uncovers picturesque spots. With its inspiring historical treasures, Sicily is presented in a mosaic of exceptional landscapes, villages and Italian products. Expert craftsmen, delicious culinary dishes, locals with captivating stories … A Week Abroad gives you the lowdown on each charming place.

A Week Abroad: Sicilia – 146 pages (€22)

Guide Papier: Provence

Undeniably seductive, the Provence region definitely deserved its own edition of Papier. The Marseille calanques, the Alpilles hiking trails (in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence), the islands of Hyères … All the Provençal passions and destinations are featured in this guide, which is part-book and part travel magazine. Focused on the sharing of experiences and little-known hot spots, it’s your ideal companion for a summer getaway – and it might even convince you to move to the area permanently!

Guide Papier: Provence – 160 pages (€22) 

Carnet du Voyageur Londres

In this special London edition, author Zoé de la Cases shares her favourite city spots in her fun and playful Carnet du Voyageur. A quirky guide that transforms into a unique and singular travel souvenir (and colouring book!), while guiding you along delightful London strolls. A local glossary, entertaining games and original illustrations that promise a carefree, happy-go-lucky and absolutely wonderful trip. 

Carnet du voyageur: Londres – 256 pages (€24.95)

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