Honeymoon in Provence, Episode 268

Man and woman hand-holding with the words forever written with Scrabble tiles: honeymoon in Provence episode

a car in Provence makes everything difficult because there is nowhere to park! Denise and her husband used a combination of train and car rental, which is the best way… Continue reading

Having a Baby in France, Episode 276

Having a baby in France: Shauna, her husband and baby

for me it boils down to this: would you rather be stuck at home or in a hospital bed? These are our only choices right now. But this will pass!… Continue reading

Will the Pandemic Change the Way You Travel? Episode 282

Will the Pandemic Change the Way You Travel?

…normal. Seize the day, don’t delay trips, the opportunity can pass. I’ll make sure my pantry is well stocked so if I come home and need to quarantine I’ll have… Continue reading

Overview of Paris Museums, Episode 187

pyramid of the louvre seen from inside the louvre museum

a comprehensive review of the wonderful Paris museum scene. And if you don’t understand some of the names of the museums we mention verbally, read on, the list is all… Continue reading

Guest Notes for Episode 302: Day-Trips Around Bordeaux

Cap Ferret Beach: Day-Trips Around Bordeaux episode

…prior to our move we traveled in France and completely fell in love with everything here so we decided to come study in France. Initially, it was supposed to be… Continue reading

Dordogne Hotels

Beautiful cloister you can visit in Cadouin, Dordogne

…recommend the other ones? The people were super friendly there, but the beds were not comfortable and halls looked like a Motel 6. Another place the manager was supremely unfriendly…. Continue reading

Exploring Coastal Towns in Provence, Episode 207

the view from the top of the Calanques near Cassis

and they recommend some great lesser-known beaches along the way. Elyse also lists all the must-sees and the casino you might want to pass on. Who knew you could get… Continue reading

Tips for Paris Visitors with Mobility Issues, Episode 346

Blue sky with eiffel tower: 13 Tips for Paris Visitors with Mobility Issues episode

…the Facebook community and they gave these suggestions. We start with these suggestions and add our own experiences to the mix to give you a complete picture. Take the bus… Continue reading

Show Notes for Episode 3: The Sainte Chapelle in Paris

…right past the entrance to the Sainte Chapelle and never go inside. We think you shouldn’t miss it and explain why. We recommend you get the Museum Pass which includes… Continue reading

Trip Report Loire Valley and Dordogne, Episode 82

Matt's daughter having fun in a canoe with their mother at the helm: loire valley and dordogne episode

…Why did they choose France? Why did they choose late spring? Can they speak French? Did that become a problem? How much French do you really need to be comfortable… Continue reading