Before leaving on a trip to France, many of us do extensive research on where to stay, what things to…
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8 American habits that French people think are rude
The world would be a boring place if we were all the same. Learning about cultural differences is fascinating and…
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Must-visit famous France museums you need to see!
No visit to France is complete without a visit to a museum or two, and luckily, France has no shortage…
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6 Quick tips for visiting Disneyland Paris
Are you visiting France this summer? Why not add Disneyland Paris to your itinerary? This year is Disneyland Paris’s 30th…
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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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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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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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What currency does France use? MUST-KNOW money tips for Paris!
Are you almost ready for your vacation and curious about what currency is used in France? Or what denominations French…
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Best ski resorts in France to visit this winter
Growing up, the nearest ski resorts were in the Poconos. On family trips and for my high school’s ski club,…
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Paris etiquette for tourists: 3 Things tourists ALWAYS forget!
In the 7 years I’ve lived in France, I’ve seen my fair share of bad tourist behavior from people who…
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What’s the main airport in Paris? MUST-KNOW info before you go!
If you’ve traveled to France, you’ve most likely transited through one of the Paris airports. The two biggest airports in…
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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,…
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Exploring La Rochelle in the Charente-Maritime
Our long weekend kicked off in La Rochelle, a coastal city about 470 km from Paris whose history is just as impressive as its modern-day approach to life.
Our anniversary weekend in Clisson
The small town of Clisson in the Loire-Atlantique is one that comes to mind for me, and Tom, Dagny and I booked a hotel last Saturday night as home base while we explored the town.
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.
7 Things that surprised me on our Uniworld France river cruise
If you’ve been following the blog, you know that Tom and I went on a Bordeaux river cruise aboard the…
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