While standing in line at a Paris Ladurée over the weekend, I observed one tourist after another launch right into English when addressing the employees of the famed macaron shop. I’d hear a variation of, "Hi, I’d like a box of six macarons" over and over until I questioned if I had suddenly been ... Read More about Do people in Paris speak English? Why a little effort with French goes a long way
Paris is always a good idea
Oh man, has Monday rolled around again? Looks like it! Well, first, let me wish you a happy Bastille Day! We've been in Paris all weekend staying at the brother-in-law's apartment since he's on vacation but are heading back home today. So whatever you're up to today, first enjoy yourself. And then ... Read More about Paris is always a good idea
France river cruise: Discovering sweet wines in lovely Cadillac and Sauternes
Our France river cruise aboard the Uniworld River Royale continues! Sweet dessert wines have a distinctly sweet taste and are not for every palate. You either love them or you don't -- there's no in between. Our group was off to discover the region's sweet wines on Day 6 of our Bordeaux France ... Read More about France river cruise: Discovering sweet wines in lovely Cadillac and Sauternes
What’s the point of scented toilet paper?
Have you ever been strolling through a store when you come across a product that just leaves you confused? This happens more than I'd like to admit. Case in point today? A wide array of scented toilet paper options in the grocery store. At first, I though, "Oh, that's cool. Peach-scented toilet ... Read More about What’s the point of scented toilet paper?
June pics of the month
Hi folks, hope you're enjoying yourselves wherever you are... Today it's all about the pics. I'm bringing you a few of my favorite shots from June. Go! ... Read More about June pics of the month
River cruising continues in St. Émilion: History, wine and a killer view
With no shortage of picturesque towns, our river cruise aboard the Uniworld River Royale continued on to St. Émilion, France, a town with prehistoric roots and a rich architectural heritage. With a population of just over 2,000 people, St. Émilion is situated about 22 miles northeast of Bordeaux and ... Read More about River cruising continues in St. Émilion: History, wine and a killer view
Invasion of the crazy-looking insects
It's definitely summer here with temperatures hovering around 80 F, blue skies, perfectly ripe cherries at the market and bugs. Yeah, bugs. But not any old bugs, which I've gotten used to. Nope, these GIANT insects that are scary as hell and seemingly come out of nowhere. You see, there are no ... Read More about Invasion of the crazy-looking insects
French men’s style: Fashions that would never fly with American men
French men are snappily dressed combining the perfect amount of class and polish for a look that's all French all the way. But American men might not find French style so appealing. Here are some suave French men's fashions that would never fly with American men! GO! ... Read More about French men’s style: Fashions that would never fly with American men
France river cruise: Blaye and Bergerac
After leaving Bordeaux, our river cruise aboard Uniworld's River Royale made the trek across the Gironde Estuary to the historic town of Blaye and then onward to charming Bergerac. Let's go! ... Read More about France river cruise: Blaye and Bergerac
Baguette vending machines are really a thing
Yesterday's post about the beach mentioned a baguette vending machine and a couple of you told me you want to see a pic of this fancy machine that dispenses fresh bread at any hour of the day or night. Totally a must-have machine for every town, right? GO! ... Read More about Baguette vending machines are really a thing
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