The Crusade Against the Cathars, Episode 388

The walled city of Carcassonne: crusade against the Cathars episode

In this episode of the podcast, Annie and Elyse talk about the crusade against the Cathars and how it led to Occitanie becoming part of France


7 Day Trips from Paris, Episode 386

Auvers-sur-Oise church: 7 day trips from Paris on public transportation

7 day trips from Paris on public transportation: Rambouillet, Auvers-sur-Oise, Fontainebleau, Saint-Cloud, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Provins, Versailles


Les Vosges, Off the Beaten Track, Episode 385

Beautifu scenery in Les Vosges, France

In this episode of the podcast, Annie and Elyse describe Les Vosges, a wonderful part of France for people who love active vacations and slow travel. Looking for gorgeous scenery, happy cows and amazing hikes in France? Listen to this episode!


Favorite Walking Tours in Nice, Episode 384

CourSaleya: Walking tours in Nice episode

Jeanne Oliver has a passion for Nice, her adoptive city. In this episode she shares the things she likes best about Nice, from history to wonderful local restaurants! If you only have time for one episode about Nice, it should be this one!


Nantes, Between Loire and Brittany, Episode 383

Le Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne: Nantes episode

Nantes is a beautiful city at the intersection of the Loire Valley and Brittany. Listen to this episode to hear about the best of Nantes for visitors.


The Shocking History of Saint Denis Basilica, Episode 381

Saint Denis Basilica stained glass windows

Saint Denis Basilica, a place of beauty and of genuinely revolting history. Click play, it's all in this episode of the podcast!


A Review of the The Eternal Notre Dame Virtual Reality Experience, Episode 378

Eternal Notre Dame poster

Annie Sargent and Patricia Perry review the virtual reality experience that they saw at La Défense in Paris, let's step back into the past!


12 Days Solo in Paris, Episode 376

The exterior of the Orsay Museum seen from the Seine River: 12 days solo in Paris episode


Get Ready to Visit Dijon, France! Episode 375

An overall view of Dijon, France

Best things to visit in Dijon France, mustard, crême de cassis, and a brief history of the Dukes of Burgundy. Let's talk about it!


Cruise and Pilgrimage on the Seine River, Episode 372

Annie and her cousin on their Cruise and Pilgrimage on the Seine River

Have you ever thought of doing a river cruise? My guest on this episode of the podcast went on a pilgrimage cruise and it was a great way to enjoy France. Let's talk about it!