About us
Dear clients and friends,
Founded in 2002, I founded France at Leisure, the French travel specialist for Australians.
For over 24 years, we've helped Australian travellers experience France the way locals live it, not the way a brochure describes it.
At France at Leisure, we believe the most memorable journeys are those that take you beyond the well-known sights and introduce you to the authentic France, its treasures, exceptional places and the people who bring them to life.
As the France travel experts in Australia, we combine first-hand knowledge, more than 25 years of travel experience and an extensive network of trusted French partners to create exceptional experiences for Australian travellers.
I was born and raised near Biarritz in south-west France. My professional career has taken me through the world of travel, luxury hotels and hospitality, including more than 20 years working with 4- and 5-star hotel groups and travel experiences.
Being French and having lived and worked in Australia has given me a unique perspective on what Australian travellers are looking for. Over the years, I have travelled extensively throughout France, building a deep knowledge of Paris and its regions, while developing strong personal relationships with carefully selected local suppliers and experts.
Today, I specialise in creating authentic, tailor-made French journeys, based on places I have personally visited and experiences I know and trust.
Whether you dream of a luxurious château stay, a private wine and culinary experience, a scenic self-drive through the French countryside, a leisurely canal cruise, a small-group journey, we can help you experience France in a truly special way.
What sets us apart from the rest:
France at Leisure is owned and managed by French nationals.
Memberships and affiliations
- France at Leisure is fully licensed with AFTA (Member #16006)
- ATIAS-accredited
- Member of MY TRAVEL GROUP part of the Helloworld Travel Group.
- Certified French Travel Specialist through the French Tourist Bureau South-East Asia
- Licensed Queensland travel agency (Licence #TAG1800)
Who are our French Travel Partners?
We work exclusively with a trusted network of French-based professional travel partners accredited by the French Tourist Bureau, including hoteliers, cruise operators, guides, and drivers we know personally, so every itinerary reflects genuine local insight.
What can we do for you?
Whether it's your first trip to France or your tenth, we tailor each journey around your pace, interests, and budget, because no two travellers experience France the same way.
Our commitment to you: As we all have different needs, we treat you as individuals and act on your behalf to find the travel solution that is right for you. We will consider the time you have available, your past travel experience, your expectations, and keeping with your budget. Quality is everything to us. Whatever your budget, France At Leisure aims to provide the best travel products and services available in France to match your expectations.
Knowledge is power: over the years, we have built a fantastic network with local licensed service providers. Our team members, mostly of French origin, have travelled extensively throughout France and can combine this experience with a large network of contacts to give you personal and genuine advice.
We know the French capital very well, including the back roads, gourmet restaurants, exclusive sites not to miss, historic monuments, and practical things that will assist us in tailoring your personalised itinerary.
Your trusted Australian partner for extraordinary journeys through France.
À bientôt,
Christian Blondeau
Founding Director
