What to Skip in Paris, Episode 41

champs elysées seen from above: what to skip in paris episode

What to skip in Paris: What's over-rated in Paris? What hasn't aged well? What do you have to see no matter what? It's easy! We explain why and you choose. Because, really, YOU have to make a choice what's important to you.


Saint-Émilion, Episode 40

Saint-Émilion village seen from a rooftop

There is more to Saint_Émilion than wonderful wine. This charming village near Bordeaux is amazingly scenic, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a mostly underground church, and the wine is indeed lovely!


The Catacombs and the Montparnasse Neighborhood, Episode 39

Stacks of bones in the Catacombs and the Montparnasse Neighborhood

Montparnasse, the Catacombs in Paris, and French cemeteries are on the menu today as we prepare to celebrate Halloween or Toussaint aka All Saint's Day in France. Montparnasse is a great area of Paris for budget travelers and visitors who want to experience every day life in Paris. There you can also visit the Montparnasse cemetery and the Paris Catacombs, as well as some wonderful Paris Brasseries. Enjoy the show!


The Bayeux Tapestry, Episode 38

A detail of the Bayeux Tapestry

The Bayeux Tapestry is a must-see for anyone who loves history and craftsmanship. When you see it, you won't believe that it is almost 1000 years old!


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!


Chocolate and Macarons, Episode 36

beautiful blue and pink macarons: Chocolate and Macarons episode

Chocolates and Macaroons are some of what make France a wonderful place. We give you tips on where to find the best, historical background, and we make your mouth water just a little bit!


Pastries of Northern France, Episode 35

pastries of northern france: raspberry pie

On today's show we go back to the pâtisserie and we’re having seconds as we talk about French pastries of the north of France wich include Tarte Tatin, the Brioche Vendéenne, the Eclairs, the Napoleons, the Madeleines, the Pain d'épices, just to name a few.


French Pastries of Southern France, Episode 34

french pastries at a pastry shop


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.


July and August in France: Les Grandes Vacances, Episode 32

The Maison Carrée in Nimes; July and August in France

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!