Featuring Dijon and Bordeaux

Featuring Dijon and Bordeaux

by | Aug 17, 2022 | Central and East, West/Southwest

Dijon and Bordeaux In July 2022, I went to France for the first time in 3 years. Despite the heat wave, it was good to be on French soil, my second hometown! This post features visits to Dijon and Bordeaux. Two years ago, when Covid canceled everyone’s plans including...
Bordeaux… More Than Wine

Bordeaux… More Than Wine

by | Jan 19, 2020 | West/Southwest

When you hear the name Bordeaux, most people think of wine or vineyards… St. Emilion, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec…enough to make you reach for a stemmed glass and a chunk of cheese. But you might be amazed to know other outstanding features of this southwestern...
10 (or more) Ideas for Your Next Trip to France

10 (or more) Ideas for Your Next Trip to France

by | Dec 25, 2018 | Blog

Happy New Year! You might need ideas for your next trip to France, since you’re planning (or dreaming about) about it in 2019. I thought it would be a great time to bring up helpful previous posts you might read (or read again) to give you ideas! Here are 10 of...
Toulouse: A Pink Jewel in the Southwest

Toulouse: A Pink Jewel in the Southwest

by | Dec 11, 2018 | West/Southwest

In the southwest of France there’s a happening place… In fact, it’s the 4th largest city in France (but has kept many charming aspects) and has the most booming economy of the country. Where is this city? Toulouse, otherwise known as the Pink City, named for a special...