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Journey On “The Little Yellow Train” To See The Pyrénées
How do you decide where to travel in France? For me, it’s the photos. In travel magazines, like National Geographic Traveler, I see stunning…
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Wine And Relaxation At Château Autignac
When unique experiences in France can be combined with a stay at a stylish, luxurious French château, then it’s a bonus. I had just…
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What It’s Like To Hike The Three Calanques Near Cassis
When you see the photos, you’ll want to go. I did for many years. I wanted to hike the three calanques near Cassis in…
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In Culinary Experiences/ Sites
Lunch At Château de Champlong: A Delicious French Immersion Excursion
What kind of reward would you consider to be fitting after having completed 4 days of intensive French immersion and spoken French at every…
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Concept Stores In Paris Worth Visiting For Unique Gifts
If you like to shop, certainly Paris is THE place to visit, not just for high fashions but also for trendy gifts and eclectic…
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A Quaint Coastal Village In Normandy: Veules-les-Roses
I’m always surprised when I come upon lots of people visiting places that are interesting yet rarely written about. They must know something the…
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Most Unusual Sight In Normandy: Le Chêne d’Allouville
During my travels, I’ve seen some glorious sights that I’ve enjoyed visiting and photographing. But there is one sight I found to be truly…
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Leonardo da Vinci at Château du Clos Lucé: 500 Years After His Death
[This post was originally published in 2016.] A visit to the Loire Valley is not complete without seeing Leonardo da Vinci’s inventions at Château…
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Celebrating The Beauty of Notre-Dame de Paris
April 15, 2019 was a very sad day for Paris and the world. The 850 year old church in the heart of Paris caught…
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In Learning Experiences/ Sites
A Must-See Museum In Paris: The Grand Gallery Of Evolution
While there are over 130 museums in Paris, one of the museums located at the Jardins des Plantes is often overlooked: the Grand Gallery…
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In Outdoor Experiences/ Sites
Beautiful Spots To Get Away From The Crowds In Paris
Originally published in February 2018 and updated March 31, 2019—There are many more beautiful spots added! It’s one of the top tourist destinations in…
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The Hidden Courtyard At Le Petit Palais
Did you know that there’s a hidden courtyard at Le Petit Palais in Paris? Le Petit Palais is also known as the Musée des…
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What Can You See And Do For 2 Days In The Ardèche?
In late June en route from Lyon to Provence, I thought about breaking up my trip by stopping somewhere for a few nights. I…
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Wall Sculptures In The Paris Catacombs: Sculptures de Décure
Let’s be honest. It’s dark. It’s cold. It’s creepy. It’s filled with millions of human bones and yet it’s a pretty popular site for…
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