French Etiquette for Travelers Etiquette is culturally important to the French. It’s ingrained in their upbringing and daily lives. This is, of course, true for most cultures. But when you travel to France, it’s helpful to know these things, like a secret code to get...
Ever think of a cooking vacation in France? This updated for 2025 post will give you the low-down on a variety of options of Cooking Vacations in France. There are a variety of formats, regions, menus, and lengths of time, from a few hours to a whole...
Why People Move to France…Permanently! There are lots of reasons people move to France. For one, retiring in a foreign country attracts many people. Certain destinations permit them to do more with their retirement dollars. But there are other reasons people...
France in the News: 5 Stories France is in the news. Get up to speed with these 5 interesting stories of recent developments in l’Hexagone (French nickname for their country, shaped like a 5-sided hexagon!) Snowfall in Paris Right about the time Americans were...
One of the pleasures France is most known for is its wine. Centuries of careful crafting, along with ideal climate and soil combinations, have made France stand out as a producer of quality wines known around the world. Some references claim there are 330 unique wine...
Abbeys and Monasteries in France French Abbeys and Monasteries are often architectural marvels. You'll also be surprised at the fascinating history of some of them. And not least, they’re places of peaceful contemplation and wonder. If you love abbeys,...
Detours in France Are you ready to go off the beaten path in France? There are times to go to renowned tourist sites. Then there are times to take a detour. To rent a car and wander. You’ll be amazed at what you find. You'll discover real France, meet the local...
10 French Beverage (Spiked) Specialties Along with fantastic food, France is known for liquid specialties in each corner of the country. France has quite a heritage for alcoholic beverages! Several regions are famous for different wines, and the characteristics of...
Some of France’s 51 rivers have familiar names. The Loire, the Seine, and the Rhône, for example. Others include the Garonne and the Dordogne, both near Bordeaux. Here’s a snapshot of 5 French rivers Why might you want to know about French...
France Travel Tools for you! If you’ve been around Oliver’s France a little while, you might know it’s an AD-FREE RESOURCE for France-lovers all over the planet. In addition to helpful posts twice monthly, Oliver’s France offers travel resources. Here’s a description...
Traveling through France by train provides many advantages. First, you can view the scenery as it passes by. Train travel is very relaxing and smooth. You’re traveling but you can snooze, read, play board games or watch movies on your iPad as you go. It’s a great way...
Come visit three Christmas markets in different regions of France! One of the wonderful things about Christmas in Europe is Christmas Markets. France has its share! Here are three of them, Alsace (the region closest to Germany), Provence (has its own southern style),...