French Touch Passport

Entering service for Compagnie Générale Transatlantique in 1927, the liner, Île-de-France, embarked on its maiden voyage...

The 1930s refers to the period from 1930 to 1939. The decade was marked by famines, the deepening of the economic crisis...

In the 1930s, women often wore body-hugging clothes to achieve a graceful silhouette. Outfits and accessories were...

During cruises in the 1930s, women wore subtle makeup to allow their natural beauty to shine through. Here are some makeup...

Recreate a 30’s atmosphere at your dinner party by enjoying some Jazz. Dinner is a good time for talking. Take advantage by...

During the gala dances on transatlantic liners, the Charleston headband was a highly prized accessory. Easily recognized by...

Throughout the 20s and 30s, cabarets attracted great numbers, eager to watch spectacular shows in a joyful and glamorous...

To enjoy an evening of elegance with a 1930’s theme, take some time to discover some Art Deco sites! Also used in the design...

During transatlantic Crossings, the liner Île-de-France became a mobile model for the Art Deco movement due to its interior...

In 1925, Paris played host to numerous innovative designers from all over the world at the International Exposition of Modern...

Art Deco was the first architecture and interior design movement to develop globally, during the 1920s. Its name came from...

When in France, take a moment to explore French literary culture over a coffee and a few sweet treats. Here are the addresses...

Knowing Paris’ reputation as a city of romance, here are a few suitable places for an intimate dinner date: – La butte...

To entertain your guests with a French Touch, decorate your table using a few tips from the French Art of Living. Give each...

The enrichment of time spent with loved ones Just like great reunions, time spent with loved ones is a chance to tighten...

Gourmet cuisine is considered to be part of the art of living in France and is an integral part of its identity....

From the most magnificent ships to the most tragic shipwrecks, cinema closely followed the history of transatlantic voyages (...

Go in search of the hidden face of the Art Deco movement by reading some of its works! Here are a few examples to help you...

Express your creativity through a totally Art Deco ILE DE FRANCE® cheeseboard that will transport your guests! Start with a...

Bread is a part of French tradition, forming a staple of the French diet. Here are a few ideas for bread to accompany your...

French gourmet cuisine is seen as refined and high quality and has been exported by numerous chefs all around the world. Here...

Add a French Touch to your meals and travel with ILE DE FRANCE® to understand that famous French “Art of Living”: While for...

Recreate an Art Deco ambience, worthy of the Transatlantic liner, Île-de-France, in your own home, by customizing one of your...

Crossings by transatlantic liner, Île-de-France, were an opportunity to showcase French gourmet cooking. The cheeseboard was...