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Vannes, Fun in Southeast Brittany
Vannes The Gallo-Roman town of Vannes was the second-to-last stop on my Brittany Road Trip. A highly recommended stop! Of course, you can always extend your trip further west if you have extra time. Check out...
Saint-Malo: An Updated View
Saint-Malo Revisited Saint-Malo is my new favorite place in Brittany, though it's really a tie with Dinan. I posted on Saint-Malo a few years ago, but this is a recent take on the beautiful jewel of Brittany. I was so...
A Cooking Vacation in France
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,...
Updated French Train Savvy
FrenchTrain Savvy Updated 2025 Increase your French Train savvy! This complete and updated post will tell you what you need to know. Pros and Cons of French Train Travel (Mostly Pros) Traveling by...
France Travel Changes and Industry Trends 2025
Travel Industry Trends and France Travel Changes Updated Summer 2025 Each time I visit Paris and other areas of France, there are little tweaks here and there. I've just come back and will share what I observed...
Rennes, Gateway to Brittany
Rennes, Gateway to Brittany (but worth a visit for itself too!) Brittany, France is on my radar. Is it on yours? Some people aren’t sure where Brittany is, like a woman I spoke to just today about France....
Travel and Language Resources
Hit the Road: Free eBook!
There’s something special about seeing France by car. The freedom to set your pace, to see the out-of-the way places. Here are 5 Made-for-You road trips in 5 of the loveliest regions of France. Free 34-page eBook. Just rent a car and go!
Magical Paris: Over 100 Things to Do Across Paris
Magical Paris: The places you most want to see, as well as places you’ve never read about anywhere. Magical Paris gives both, not just tourist hubs, but ALL of Paris. All across Paris…discover the magic.
A French Garden: The Loire Valley
Here’s a place you might see only in your dreams, but it’s just an hour south of Paris … the Loire Valley. This is your guide for this enchanted place, with all you’ll need for an unforgettable trip.
Real French for Travelers Online Course
Learn travel French online…a great way to prepare for your trip to France! Whether you’re starting from zero or needing a good review, this course fits your schedule. It’s yours to keep. Click the image to learn more.
FREE French Mini-Course: Polite Words and Expressions
Get ready for your trip to France with this FREE online mini-course covering polite words and expressions. Video lessons will tell you how, what, and when to say polite expressions and greetings in France.
Real French for Travelers: The Book
When you go to France, why grab your phrasebook when you can learn REAL French? Simple chapters will take you from zero to past tense in clear lessons. Tons of travel vocabulary, too! (Also in online course)
Regions of France
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More things to do in France and travel tips, too!
Along with travel tips that will help you have a great trip, there are many activities you can do in France. (Hiking, biking, boating, cooking classes, language study vacations . . . ) Have a look at this Alphabetical List (click the button) to find what you’re looking for!
