The Cannes Film Festival, Episode 110

The city and port of Cannes: Cannes Film Festival episode

Did you know that the Cannes Film Festival had humble and even scary beginnings? In today's episode we look back at how history gave this festival it's unique French flavor and discuss early winners because we love movies!


Trip Report Provence and Chamonix, Episode 83

Matt, his wife and daughters in front of snowy mountains in the Alps. Provence and Chamonix episode.

Thinking about visiting the Alps and Provence with your family? Matt has some great tips for you and reports on what he and the kids enjoyed best.


Arles in Provence, Episode 66

The Roman Arena in Arles

Thinking of visiting Arles? You don't hear it mentioned as often as other places in Provence, so is it worth it? This and more on today's episode.


Pont du Gard in Provence, Episode 65

Pont du Gard and River

How about a visit to the Pont du Gard? Annie LOVES it because it is venerable and still so gorgeous. This episode reveals what you need to know to prepare your own visit and fall in love with the place too!


French Alps and Provence Tours, Episode 59

Montagne Sainte-Victoire with snow on it: French Alps and Provence Tours episode

Is it a good idea to visit the French Alps and Provence on the same visit? Cynthia used to offer tours that include both and she explains why that's a great idea. So, where exactly should you go? Let's talk about it!


Cruise Tours in Provence, Episode 56

Beach near Cassis, France: cruise tours in provence episode

What if you're a local from Provence and you take cruise visitors around to show them the best of home? Where do you take them? Véronique and Annie chat about it and make suggestions you can use even if you're not arriving in Provence on a cruise ship!


Lavender Fields and Hidden Provence, Episode 54

So much beauty in Provence! Local tour guide Jean-François Sénéchal chats with Annie about the places he likes to take his customers so they can enjoy Provence to the fullest. Listen to his secrets in this episode!


Marseille, Episode 37

Overall view of Marseille, France in the day time

Marseille is second biggest city in France today, and it has its warts (Paris does too!) Annie and Elyse talk about Marseille, its history and why it's not as scary as you might have heard!


Top Attractions in Aix-en-Provence, Episode 33

Old street: top attractions in aix-en-provence

Aix-en-Provence is the gateway drug to Provence. Go once and you'll want to see it all! You have been warned! In this episode Annie and Elyse discuss the history of Aix, why it's so popular, and what you shouldn't miss when you're there.