Shine your best half-smile on Mona, transport youself to the hill town Van Gogh loved best, play once-upon-a-time at Sleeping Beauty's castle, sniff out a truffle workshop with Provence's finest food critic, buy a grape work of art at a Bordeaux winery Fodor's France 2005 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the cities and countryside, to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip, be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing. The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best "Fodor's guides are saturated with information." -New compact trim size make these guides even more portable -Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need -Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures -Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets -Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family