Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Taking a day-trip from Toulouse to the Gers is something locals do all the time but foreign visitors don't think about because it's not on anybody's travel top 10 list. But maybe it should be because it's gorgeous! Warning: you won't run into many tourists and you'll probably have to practice your French. Totally worth it! Show Notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/235 #joinusinfrance #gers #occitanie #ruralfrance #dartagnan #3musketeers #condomfrance #gascogne

What are some things to think about when taking your teenagers to Paris? What should you do to keep them engaged? My guest Mark on today's episode is an educator and has lots of great ideas on what you can to so your kids experience the best out of Paris! Show Notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/234 #joinusinfrance #pariswithteenagers #pariswithkids #teenagersinparis

Like many places in France, Lille is a city with strong regional identity, great history (Have you ever heard of Jeanne de Flandre?), delicious local gastronomy, and even craft beer! In this episode we talk about Estaminets, Béguines, Carbonade de Flandre, Waterzooi, Moules-Frites, the Ch'tis, and all the things you must not miss when visiting Lille. So, if you thought Lille was too far off the beaten track, we'll show you why it's actually quite exotic and how you can see it as a day-trip from Paris! Show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/233 #joinusinfrance #lille #jeannedeflandre #beguine #estaminet #carbonade #waterzooi #moulesfrites #palaisdesbeauxartsdelille

So what do you need to know to make the most of your visit to Provence? How do you pick the best place to stay? My guest on today's show broke the code and shares it with all of us! Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/232 #joinusinfrance #roussillonprovence #provence #provenceguide #provencefrance #travelprovence #provencetravel #cycling

Thinking about visiting Etretat in Normandy? In this episode of the podcast we share the tips you need to know about so you have a great visit without missing a thing! How long should you stay in Etretat? What are some things you can visit besides the obvious cliffs? How many cliff sites are there anyway? Show notes and photos for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/231 #joinusinfrance #etretatnormandy #etretat #atlanticwall #cliffs #claudemonet #normandy #cliffsofetretat  

In this episode of the podcast we recap the terrible Notre Dame fire of April 15, 2019 and explain what is likely to happen next. You probably won't be able to approach the Cathedral for the next few months. But it will be back! We also share an impromptu recording of the Wedding March at Notre Dame at the end of the episode. Show Notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/230 #joinusinfrance #notredamefire #hommage #rebuild #fireatnotredame #churchfires #firesafety #patrimoine

Do you enjoy iconic Paris photos? What makes them so interesting and how can you could capture such frames yourself? Valérie Jardin shares a primer on Paris street photography. It's about developing an eye and a lot of patience! We also discuss the ethics and best practices of street photography and some great tips on visiting Normandy from someone who grew up in the area! Photos used to illustrate this episode ©Valerie Jardin Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/229 #joinusinfrance #parisstreetphotography #streetartparis #parisianescapes #streetphotography #streetphotographyparis #streetphotographyinternational #streetphotographynow

Do you want to understand cafe culture in France? Here are some things you need to know. 1. French cafes are almost all family owned, you will not see the high level of standardization you're used to with Starbucks. 2. There are "standard coffee drinks" in France, we discuss what they are in this episode and tell you how to order them in French. 3. Is there such a thing as "the best café" in Paris? Hear all of it in this episode! Full Show Notes for this Episode Are HERE: https://joinusinfrance.com/228 #joinusinfrance #cafeculturefrance #cafeculture #cafecultureparis #frenchlanguage #frenchword #learnfrench #espresso

French people seem to take a lot of long week-ends in May. Labor Day, May 1st is particularly complicated for visitors because most things are closed. Then you have other long week-ends in May like V-Day and Awhen hotels and restaurants are really busy. In this episode of the podcast Annie explains how this works and gives you strategies for what to do so it doesn't disrupt your vacation in France. Full show notes in this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/227 #joinusinfrance #labordayfrance #publicholidays #longweekend #franceholidays #weekendplans #getawayfrance #maygetaway

People who eat plant-based diets have found France to be a little frustrating in the past. But things are changing fast and Paris is becoming a vegan foodie center! That's because there are great chefs adapting classic French recipes to the vegan diet. From vegan pain au chocolat to vegan foie gras not to mention vegan camembert, we reveal where to find them in today's episode of the podcast! Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/226 #joinusinfrance #veganinfrance #vegantravel #plantbased #veganfood #foodstagram #veganfrance #vegantraveller