If you want some ideas on how to plan a trip to France on a budget, check out these simple options and ideas France is easily one of the most beautiful countries you can visit in the world. There are so many tourist attractions here including the iconic Eiffel Tower, French Riviera which is famous […]
ruff-ruff, boom, moo, pow and bang bang are all onomatopoeias but did you know they sound different in French? Let’s explore 25 animal sounds in French.
Bastille Day in France, you’ve heard of it but do you really know why the French celebrate it? What are the similarities and differences between it and Americas fourth of July? Here’s what I discovered!
If you’ve ever wondered how true some French stereotypes are or their origins, check out this detailed article and infographic about France’s most pervasive stereotypes and clichés..
People have been idealizing the French way of life since as far back as the 11th century. Unfortunately, reality rarely measures up to the picture-perfect image we fall in love. Here’s a look at my take on the “expectations vs reality” of living in France as a North American Expat.
France, like most countries, has its fair share of weird, strange, unusual and funny laws. Here are a few that stand out.
What day is mothers day? The second Sunday of May? The fourth Sunday of May? The last Sunday of May? Are you sure Mother’s Day is even in May? Surprise, mothers day is celebrated on all those days depending on what part of the world you ask.
Pentecost Monday is yet another public holiday in France that occurs in the month of May. Here’s a brief explanation of what it is and what you can expect if you’re in France on this day.
Very few people enjoy packing. It can be challenging to fit everything you need for a two-week vacation into just one suitcase and still stay within the airline’s luggage allowance, however, it can be done if you know how.
You may not have heard of Victory in Europe day, aka VE day or simply V day, but it’s an important day in history to Europeans and many other countries. Here’s a little background on what V-E Day Means to the world and how it’s celebrated, especially in France.
Driving in France is pretty straightforward, however, there are a few things that can be a little confusing to newcomers who plan on driving in France. Here are 11 things I wish I knew when I first started driving and taking road trips in France.
Weather-wise, springtime is a wonderful time of the year in France, however, as a tourist or newly arrived expat, you should be aware of all the French holidays and celebrations in the Month of May that could put a crimp in your plans.
