Grand Prix de Monaco Trip Report, Episode 460

Jessica and her husband at the Grand Prix de Monaco

…from Monaco, to save on travel time. Transportation Tips Monaco’s limited roadways become even more restricted during the race. We strongly discouraged driving to avoid frustration. Walking routes within the… Continue reading

Adventures at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Episode 458

Christopher at the 24 Hours of Le Mans

…historical monuments, parks, and reputable museums. They also shared stories of their experiences driving on Germany’s Autobahn. However, Christopher faced an unexpected challenge during his trip when he needed medical… Continue reading

Transcript for Episode 453: Why Life in France Is Awful

…not going to litigate this one here, but a two is fine. [00:37:01] Annie Sargent: A two, she’ll probably be able to drive into the city and she avoids drivingContinue reading

Transcript for Episode 451: Why Life in France Is Wonderful

…it’s very nice, the French countryside especially is beautiful and very pleasant. Our roads overall are well-maintained. You will run into some bad ones, but it’s very pleasant driving around… Continue reading

Guest Notes for Episode 448: In Search of Joan of Arc in the Loire Valley

…our last night, we had dinner at Assiette Gourmande – halal dishes, no alcohol, favorite: chicken and mushroom sauce. Then our final full day was mostly about driving back to… Continue reading

Guest Notes for Episode 446: Languedoc-Roussillon: A Journey Through One of France's Hidden Gem

…our rental car off in Marseille the night before because we didn’t want to have to deal with driving to the airport. We wanted to get around Marseille by Metro,… Continue reading

Transcript for Episode 445: France Bootcamp 2023 Report

[00:00:00] Annie: This is join us in France, episode 445, quatre-cent quarante-cinq. [00:00:22] Annie: Bonjour, I’m Annie Sargent and Join Us in France is the podcast where we talk about… Continue reading

Burgundy Wine and Cooking Tours, Episode 337

White cows in a bucolic field: Burgundy Wine and Gastronomy episode

…of France with a friend. Plus it’s easy to get to from Paris on the TGV train and driving in this part of France is easy. Ellen has a great… Continue reading

French Wine Regions and Loire Valley Wines, Episode 28

Vineyard and village in the background: french wine regions

…that are not exported very much, Cahors, Madiran, Jurançon, Gaillac, Fronton. Wine distribution channels in France Driving around to taste wine in France Focus on the Loire Valley Muscadet Anjou… Continue reading

Guest Notes for Episode 328: A Vacation in the French Alps with a Baby

…It’s also less stressful because we don’t have to deal with car rental/air logistics, lines/cashiers, don’t have to worry about directions and liability of a car rental, parking, driving laws…. Continue reading