French Pastries of Southern France, Episode 34
July and August in France: Les Grandes Vacances, Episode 32
What you need to know about July and August in France. Which parts of France will be deserted and which parts will get mobbed? You can avoid unpleasant surprises by learning how French people operate on vacation in this episode!
Survival French with Todd Newman, Episode 30
Being in a foreign country where you don't speak the language well can be a challenge for anyone, but in France it doesn't have to be. French people are accommodating to visitors who are not fluent in French, on one condition: learn a few words!
Explore the Covered Passages in Paris, Episode 29
Have you thought about going out of your way to visit the best covered passages in Paris? Here's what you need to know to pick the right ones for you, because remember, some are fancy and others are grungy. There is something for everyone on today's episode!
French Wine Regions and Loire Valley Wines, Episode 28
Elyse takes us on a general tour of major French wine regions, talks about various AOC wines and explains how the wine business is organized in general terms. Then she goes into more detail about the wines of the Loire Valley, which are really lovely.
Le Marais Neighborhood in Paris, Episode 27
The Marais is a neighborhood in Paris that features small medieval streets, amazing mansions, great shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as some amazing museums. This is your free audio guide to how you can best visit this most charming Paris area.
Chartres Cathedral, Episode 26
If you love Gothic architecture and stained-glass windows, you need to listen to this episode because sooner or later you'll want to venture out to Chartres. And it is close enough to Paris that you can visit it on a Day-Trip from Paris!
Bastille Saint-Antoine, Episode 24
Want to learn more about the Bastille in Paris? Almost nothing of it is left, but it has played a huge role in French history as explained by Elyse in today's episode.
The Medieval Walled City of Carcassonne, Episode 23
Learn about the walled medieval city of Carcassonne with Annie and Elyse!
Strategies for Visiting the Louvre Museum, Episode 21
A visit to the Louvre museum can be the best thing you'll do in Paris IF you are prepared, learn the ropes, and follow a good plan. Annie and Elyse chat about the Louvre and Elyse shares her tip as a tour guide who's taken lots of people through this institution!