France Articles

Enchanted in the French Alps – Alpe d’Huez, France

How Do You Say “Bliss” in French? Carolyn Canville Takes You to Cloud 9 at 1000 meters.

Paris on Less Than $100 Per Day: Enjoy the City Without Breaking the Bank

Paris is an amazing city but it can be a budget killer if you don’t pay attention. Julie Blakley is a cheapskate and an expert on the city, and she shares her best budget tips here.

Looking For Richard The Lionheart in France

Todd Mauer has always been fascinated by the story of Richard the Lionheart, so he decided to go looking for the real story behind the king’s demise.

7 Places to Experience French Culture Outside of France

Are you someone who likes “French culture” more than you like visiting France? Regardless of your motives, Katie Hammel points out that you have at least 7 options for variations on the main theme.

Things You Should Know About Eating in France

France is known the world around for its excellent culinary culture, but there are some quirks you should know about before you visit. Julie Blakley has lived there, and shares her tips on how to maximize enjoyment and minimize embarassment.

5 Summer Travel Tips for France

Summer travel to France can be an amazing experience, but most things are crowded and some things are closed. Julie Blakley writes about France and she offers up 5 important expert tips to make your trip the best it can be.

7 Secrets About the South of France

The South of France is famous for a few things that can actually give you the wrong impression about the place. Christine Centera shares some “secrets” with us that help set the record straight.

Walled Cities Around the World

Take a tour of 11 of the best-preserved walled cities on earth.

Off the Beaten Track Paris for Foodies

Paris has nearly unlimited attractions for food lovers. Dana McMahan shares three experiences that aren’t in every guidebook, and are very worthwhile.

Coach Trips: Testing the Stereotypes – Paris, France

Coach trips receive a bad reputation in Britain as the sole domain of the old and infirm. John Guzdek wanted to see how truthful the stereotypes were, and if they may have a place in younger travellers’ plans.