Hidden Gems of the Gers, Episode 475

Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin: Hidden Gems of the Gers episode

Explore Gers' hidden gems in our latest podcast! Join us on a day trip from Toulouse, uncovering quaint villages, ancient sites, and local culinary delights.


Lavaur in Occitanie, Episode 419

Saint Alain Cathedral, Lavaur in Occitanie episode

Lavaur in Occitanie is one of those genuinely French towns that doesn't attract tourists by the busloads but is wonderfully charming! Take a listen, you might want to put it on your list!


A visit to Lautrec in the Tarn, Episode 417

Lautrec in the Tarn

Lautrec in the Tarn is a favorite French village for a lot of people. Meredith Wheeler has lived there for a long time and makes so many wonderful recommendations that I'm sure you'll want to enjoy it too!


Rocamadour the Medieval Village Hanging on a Cliff, Episode 338

Rocamadour before a storm

Have you visited Rocamadour, the must-see village in Occitanie? This medieval village hanging on a cliff will delight you and so will the other attractions nearby!


Bastides in the Southwest of France, Episode 329

Water well and city square in the town of Castelnau de Montmiral: bastides in the southwest of France episode

There are a lot of towns designated as bastides in the southwest of France. What does that mean? It's a beautiful rich history!


Exploring Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val, Episode 327

The town of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val, the Aveyron river and bridge

Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val is a large village in the southwest of France. It has a gorgeous medieval city center, some great stories and a lot to do nearby. Perfect for slow travel and for those who are hoping to get to know the heart of France.


The Charming Village of Bruniquel, Episode 325

The Chateau of Bruniquel

Bruniquel is listed as one of France's most beautiful villages and is a great place to visit. Should you go? What do you need to plan on? What will you see?


Gaillac Wine Country, Episode 315

Rabastens and the Tarn: Gaillac Wine Country episode

On this episode Elyse takes us on a lovely drive between Rabastens and L'Isle-sur-Tarn with stops along the way at several wineries. A great day-trip from Toulouse!


Castelnaudary, Cassoulet and Canal du Midi, Episode 300

Castelnaudary Basin on the Canal du Midi

Looking for places you can visit as a day-trip from Toulouse? We loved our visit to Castelnaudary. It is the world capital of Cassoulet, but it's also so charming! It is also a great place to start looking at Cathar chateaux.


Lagrasse and Villerouge-Termenès, Episode 289

Famous bridge of Lagrasse: Lagrasse and Villerouge-Termenès Episode

Lagrasse and Villerouge-Termenès are two wonderful towns in the Aude department. We love the area for its Cathar history, its gastronomy and Corbières wines