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!


Top Attractions in Toulouse, Episode 31

pont neuf in toulouse at sunset: top attractions in Toulouse episode

Are you thinking about visiting Toulouse? Do you want to see more of France and venture outside of Paris? This episode is for you!


Survival French with Todd Newman, Episode 30

Sign that reads "Bonjour !" that greets people as they exit their flight into France at the Paris airport

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

covered passages in paris: galerie panorama

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

Vineyard and village in the background: french wine regions

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

Place des Vosges in the Marais in Paris

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

Looking up the cieling of the Chartres Cathedral

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!


Road Trip in France, Episode 25

view of the port of Menton, France

Ever wanted to take a road trip in France? What is it like? What will you see? What if you want to camp? It's all in today's episode!