Guest Notes for Episode 242: A Multi-Generational Trip to Normandy and Brittany
…Caen airbnb, hosted by Christine, who has 3 listings. 2 bedroom, very clean, comfortable, lots of amenities, free parking in courtyard. https://abnb.me/6Y1SVuaPxX Freneuse airbnb, hosted by Virginie. Cottage in her… Continue reading
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…Weekend in Marseille Category: Provence August 2024 Gourmet Escapades in the Rhône Valley Categories: France How To, French Food & Wine Behind the Scenes at Paris 2024 Categories: Active Vacations… Continue reading
Show Notes for Episode 359: The Martyred Village of Oradour-sur-Glane
…of the 3rd company of the Das Reich division headed north passing through the small city of Tulle before getting to Limoges and then Oradour. Heavily invested in resistant movements,… Continue reading
Show Notes for Episode 392: The Jardin des Plantes in Paris
The Jardin des Plantes in Paris Composed of several buildings and a huge collection of greenhouses and gardens, the Jardin des Plantes is a 24 hectare (53 acre) park and… Continue reading
Show Notes for Episode 416: The Life and Times of Jean-François Champollion
…One is the Champollion Museum in Vif in the Isère: the old home of his older brother. Entry is free. The Champollion Museum of World Languages in Figeac in the… Continue reading
A Jewish Perspective on Paris, Episode 420
Paris has a long and vibrant history of Jewish culture and community. The city has had a significant Jewish population since the Middle Ages, and today it is home to… Continue reading
Les Grands Magasins in Paris, Episode 287
…completely new: you could return items you weren’t happy with! Women could go shop there and it was acceptable, but the store keepers were mostly men. Eventually Bon Marché started… Continue reading
Guest Notes for Episode 470: Toulouse to Nice on the Train
…D’Aragon– Nice hotel close to the train station and Place de Comedie. Comfortable bed, clean and helpful English speaking staff. 3 nights Beaulieu-Sur-Mer: Hotel Fresia. Balcony room overlooking the marina…. Continue reading
Explore Amiens: From Gothic Cathedrals to Jules Verne, Episode 521
…something for every traveler. Get the podcast ad-free Amiens Cathedral: A Masterpiece of Gothic Architecture The Notre-Dame Cathedral of Amiens is the largest Gothic cathedral in France. It’s a true… Continue reading
Guest Notes for Episode 547: Memorable France - Exploring Historic and Scenic Locations
…common, but French restaurants will accommodate allergies (e.g., gluten-free for celiac). If you want your meat fully cooked, ask for “bien cuit.” Expect rare or medium meat unless you ask… Continue reading