Hiking the Sentier Cathare, Episode 480

Annie Sargent and Christian Chauret (right): Sentier Cathare episode

…beliefs set them apart from the Catholic Church, leading to the brutal Albigensian Crusade in the 12th and 13th centuries. We discussed this in detail in episode 387 (Cathars Beliefs… Continue reading

Seaside Serenity: Exploring the Charentes-Maritimes, Episode 490

Annie Sargent and Katy Russell: Exploring the Charentes-Maritimes episode

…the perfect opportunity to explore the Charentes-Maritimes. Get the podcast ads-free Travel Perspectives Katy is based in Utah and she works for an online university. This was her first time… Continue reading

An Epic French Road Trip with a Yorkie, Episode 495

Annie Sargent and Richard Miller: French Road Trip Episode

…with his wife and their 14-year-old Yorkie, Pocket. Get the podcast ads-free   Having visited France multiple times, the Millers aimed to explore beyond the usual tourist spots. They spent… Continue reading

Guest Notes for Episode 403: A Visit to Narbonne and the Mediterranean Coast

…Carcassone Cite restaurantsandbars.accor.com La Balette, in Collioure relaisdestroismas.com There are a number of hotels in the Carcassonne Bastide town alongside the river that have a beautiful view of Carcassonne Citey…. Continue reading

Show Notes for Episode 213: Your First Time in Europe

…they give you a comforter wrapped in a duvet cover. But sometimes it’s too warm to sleep under the comforter, but you still want something light to cover you. It’s… Continue reading

Show Notes for Episode 169: Good Reasons to Take a Tour

good reasons to take a tour: not getting stuck in a huge group of visitors at Versailles!

…phone, read the words that are displayed by your podcast App, or go to Join Us in France.com and look for the Subscribe button. We’re a Cool Tour Company! [03:00]… Continue reading

Transcript for Episode 421: Rookie Mistakes Visitors Make in France

…Comfortable shoes [00:09:56] Annie Sargent: Number four. Choosing fashionable shoes, especially over comfortable shoes. This is a rookie mistake people make when visiting anywhere in the world, not just France…. Continue reading

Show Notes for Episode 149: Self-Guided Cycling in France

…use as a voice mailbox and a great place for you to leave your questions or comments about the show. [7’47] Cycling trip around Provence in October 2016. Ilona and… Continue reading

How to Enjoy France on a Student Budget, Episode 395

Josh Taylor relaxing in Carcassonne: France on a student budget episode

…specific dates you are there [00:07:05] Metro Ads for Events in Paris [00:07:58] Free events around holidays [00:08:45] Take advantage of the tourist office [00:09:49] Ask for free alternatives to… Continue reading

Show Notes for Episode 184: The Luxembourg Gardens in Paris

…your mileage may vary. Photo Annie Sargent Paths for joggers. Wonderful chairs that are free now, but you had to pay to sit on them long ago. Free today! You… Continue reading