Tom’s not working today so we took advantage of a local farmers’ market not far from where we live. Places like this make me happy.
River Cruising Part 2: Paris & Versailles
We cruised from Paris to Honfleur aboard the CroisiEurope ship the Seine Princess. First stop on our Paris river cruise was Paris and Versailles, of course.
France river cruise Paris to Normandy with CroisiEurope
Tom and I recently spent a long weekend on a France river cruise going from Paris to Normandy aboard CroisiEurope’s MS Seine Princess. There’s something special about a Normandy France river cruise.
L’Esprit Francais gift box for all you Paris lovers out there!
The other day, a special package arrived from L’Esprit Francais, a new gift box concept. If you’re a Paris lover, then listen up because this post is for you!
7 Things the French are more relaxed about than Americans
When you think of Americans and the French, who seems more relaxed overall? For me, it’s a tossup and here are 7 things the French are more relaxed about than Americans.
Websites I use for getting a cheap Paris hotel
Every time Tom and I head to Paris or the weekend despite how much we try to do it on the cheap, it still ends up costing a nice chunk of change. One area I try to do on the cheap no matter what? Hotels.
Read on for sites I use for getting a cheap Paris hotel!
Why comprehension needs to be your focus when learning a foreign language
I had a really, really hard time understanding spoken, spontaneous French outside the classroom. For anyone learning French, I’m here to tell you to forget all the grammar and writing exercises and listen up to what I have to say below. Comprehension needs to be your focus if you plan on spending any time in a French-speaking country.
How my shopping habits have changed since moving to France
My overall shopping habits in France have changed at the grocery store, while shopping online and even out and about at shops in town. What specifically has changed and why?
Cathy of Le Tasting Room is back to answer your Loire Valley wine questions
You can’t NOT think of wine when thinking about France and if you’re in a wine kind of mood, you’re…
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6 Perks of living in small-town France
Now it’s 2016 and I find myself living in a small town once again — just across the Atlantic ocean this time. How does it compare? And what can my adult self appreciate about small-town living?
How to say the French “u” (VIDEO)
Hello! I have a new video for you today to help with your French language learning journey. Learn French and listen for my tips on how to say the French u sound.
From the archives: Some oldies but goodies
Hi guys! One thing I learned from my reader survey is that almost 50 percent of respondents have only been…
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Those lovely WTF (Welcome to France) moments
Ever had a WTF moment? That’s Welcome To France. I am sharing one of mine and I’d love to hear yours!
Our weekend up near Vannes
We stayed outside the city of Vannes in a traditional gite (complete with wooden ceiling beams and exposed stone walls) that was perfect for (re)discovering the area.
Champagne alternative: Consider Crémant and save a few bucks
With all the sparkling wine options out there, is Champagne worth the price? Try Cremant to save a few bucks this holiday season. My take on Champagne vs Cremant.
How to order coffee in France
Café culture is a huge part of French life, especially in big cities. Everywhere you look, there’s another café calling…
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11 Things that surprised me about Corsica
Corsica is a French island and here are 11 things that surprised me about Corsica while on vacation there. Have you ever been to Corsica? Did anything stand out to you? I didn’t expect to love it as much as I did so for France travel, consider Corsica. And keep an eye out for my surprises.
Corsica vacation: Highlights and quick recap
In France, the hot topic of conversation during the summer is vacation. Where you’re going and where you just got…
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Paris isn’t perfect
***Hello there, I’m on vacation in Corsica and have set up a few guest posts from readers who have kindly…
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Interview with Angers pastry chef Damien Vétault
France has some of the best pastries in the world and anyone who has ever visited the country will confirm…
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