I’ve always liked going grocery shopping and even after 10 years in France, I still get excited to go to…
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What’s an 8-day Mediterranean cruise like on Costa Cruises?
Tom and I recently returned from spending eight fabulous days aboard the brand new Costa Toscana cruising the Mediterranean. It…
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Horizn Studios review: Is this sustainable luggage worth it?
My first trip abroad was when I was 16 years old. A group of about 20 high schoolers plus chaperones…
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11 Little things that helped me deal with grief this past year (plus a personal update)
This past year has been the hardest of my life and I’ve been quite open about that with you. With…
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Why McDonald’s in France is actually cool & popular with the French
McDonald’s. There. I said it. Fellow fitness-minded readers, hold on a second before you stop reading. What comes to mind…
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Euro is tanking: How Americans can take advantage when the euro is down
Have you checked out the euro/USD exchange rate lately? The euro is tanking and as I’m writing this on July…
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7 Paris on a budget tips to save money in France (Wevat review)
When you think of France, what first comes to mind? Maybe delicious cheese and wine, amazing bread, perfume, and fashion…
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Wondering where to stay in Paris? My favorite Plum Guide properties
Oooooh la la, Paris! Land of romance, the Eiffel Tower, and all things fancy. You’ve decided on the City of…
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MUST-READ Magic Spoon cereal review: What’s the best flavor?
***Magic Spoon discount code OUIINFRANCE for $5 off.*** Breakfast lovers, are you out there? I recently wrote a post about…
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What 10 years of blogging has taught me about life
Wowwwww, and just like that, 10 years in the books. This month marks my blog’s 10th birthday and I can’t…
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When is the best time to visit Paris? Must-know tips for a standout trip!
You’ve officially decided you want to visit France on your next vacation but you’re not sure what the best month…
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9 Popular things French people love that I’ve come to love too
Since I’m from the U.S., I can tell you exactly what “things” Americans typically like. Some of the stereotypes about…
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Plum Guide review: Why this Airbnb alternative is worth a look
It’s time for my Plum Guide review! Tom, my in-laws, and I just got home from spending a relaxing week…
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La Chambre Paris: French sheets you didn’t know you needed!
UPDATE: It looks like La Chambre Paris has gone out of business. For another quality sheet option, check out Quince’s…
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8 MORE things you can do in the USA but NOT France
A few years ago, I wrote a post about 17 things you can do in France but not the USA…
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Ultimate guide to train travel in France (plus where to buy tickets so you don’t get scammed!)
As an American, when I think about taking a trip somewhere, I first think of flying or driving to my…
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5 Surprising side effects of grief I didn’t expect
As I write this, it’s April 20, 2022. It’s been a little over six months since my mom died and…
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My picks for the best French market bags & baskets
A visit to a French marché is a cultural experience and you can’t show up empty handed (or go home…
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A few words on the reality of living in France
An abridged version of the post below originally appeared on my Instagram feed. It got a positive response so I…
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Is it safe to travel to France now with the war in Ukraine? My thoughts.
The information shared below is up to date as of March 16, 2022. Life around the world has been far…
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