France is reputed as a country of romance and charm for good reasons. It is the most visited country worldwide, with tourism making up 8% of its gross domestic product, according to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 2019, around 90 million tourists worldwide visited France. This is ... Read More about Being luxurious in a French way: From dining to gaming tables
5 Best day trips from Paris to experience the real France
Eiffel Tower. The Louvre. Arc de Triomphe. These are just some of the most iconic tourist attractions in the world, and you can find all of them in Paris, France. However, if you’ve been to Paris before and you want to explore more of the country without going too far, here is a list of the best day ... Read More about 5 Best day trips from Paris to experience the real France
France food culture: One of my favorite eating habits
You don't have to go to France to know that the French take mealtime seriously. From seeking out quality ingredients to cooking from scratch to long, leisurely Sunday lunches, French eating habits are no joke. One aspect of French culture that I've adapted to and admire is the fact that the French ... Read More about France food culture: One of my favorite eating habits
What is sustainable fashion and why I’ve made a shift to support it
Regardless of your politics, I don't think anyone would argue with the fact that humans have done a ton of damage to the planet. Did you know the fashion industry as a whole is the second largest polluter in the world, after oil? My eyes are wide open these days, but if you asked me 10 years ago ... Read More about What is sustainable fashion and why I’ve made a shift to support it
How to support bloggers you love without spending a cent
I was talking to an older relative the other day who didn't grow up with blogs and social media. She asked me about my blog and it surprised me when she said she reads my blog... and has been for years! I've never once seen a comment on my actual blog or social media from her. Over the course of the ... Read More about How to support bloggers you love without spending a cent
9 Random thoughts after several months of work travel
This year has been full of work travel for me. The last couple of months have been particularly hectic, and in addition to travel within France, my job has also taken me to Bosnia, Haiti, Rwanda, Nigeria, and Kyrgyzstan. I got back last night from Bishkek and I've put together a short list of 9 ... Read More about 9 Random thoughts after several months of work travel
Expat mistakes that hold us back as foreigners abroad
As a kid, I thought the adults in my life had it all figured out. I thought everyone was kind and caring, knew right from wrong, had great careers, was never sad, and had nice things. I thought that one day in the future, we'd all magically cross over into adulthood and that we, too, would lead ... Read More about Expat mistakes that hold us back as foreigners abroad
A French textile brand I love
Have you ever bought something for yourself or your home with the best of intentions, but it has ended up in a closet somewhere, completely untouched, because you didn't want to risk messing it up? No? Just me? Well then, I admit it. I'll buy nice things that I actually need and then save them for a ... Read More about A French textile brand I love
How to pronounce French words in English… my thoughts
When speaking a foreign language, how do you approach the pronunciation of words in your native language? Or the opposite situation... when you're speaking your native language and foreign words come up. Do you pronounce them like a native speaker would (if you know how to pronounce French words) or ... Read More about How to pronounce French words in English… my thoughts
Malarone side effects: My atypical experience taking this antimalarial drug
Last week, I returned to France after a hectic month or so of work travel that brought me to Haiti, Rwanda, and Nigeria. I truly had a blast with my team and our projects in each of the countries, but what I'd like to talk about here is my experience taking the antimalarial drug Malarone. Because ... Read More about Malarone side effects: My atypical experience taking this antimalarial drug
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