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Top Travel Walking Shoes for Women
2009-10-04 11:42am
 If you visit France, there is one thing you will truly regret not buying beforehand. That's a good pair of travel walking shoes. In France, the best way to experience the country is on foot. Do a lot of that with a bad pair of shoes, and you won't be experiencing much of la vie en rose!
Find out how to avoid France foot problems (with some style, bien sur!): Top Travel Walking Shoes for Women
Top Travel Walking Shoes for Women originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Sunday, October 4th, 2009 at 11:42:31. Permalink | Comment | Email this
Moulin Rouge in Paris
2009-10-03 11:49am
 The Moulin Rouge cabaret show is easily one of Paris' most famous nightlife activities, but it isn't always easy finding tickets once you arrive in the City of Light. I've compiled a list of various Moulin Rouge tickets and packages, such as Moulin Rouge tickets combined with tours or Parisian dinners.
See the oldest cabaret in Paris: Paris Moulin Rouge Tickets and Tours
Moulin Rouge in Paris originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 at 11:49:47. Permalink | Comment | Email this
Buying the Right Europe Rail Pass
2009-10-03 11:43am
Selecting the perfect rail pass or train fare for your trip can save you hundreds. There are many questions to ask yourself. Are you traveling alone? Just visiting France or venturing into other countries? Going to one city, and then taking day-trips to nearby towns?
Find out more: Choosing The Right Rail Pass Buying the Right Europe Rail Pass originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 at 11:43:40. Permalink | Comment | Email this
France Travel Cheat Sheets
2009-9-13 9:47pm
Why do France the hard way? Get a little assistance with these free France Travel Cheat Sheets, which provide tips on getting around, the French language, the French people, important and emergency numbers, and more.
Get a personalized (and free) guidebook for your trip with my France Travel Cheat Sheets.
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France Travel Cheat Sheets originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Sunday, September 13th, 2009 at 21:47:02. Permalink | Comment | Email this
France Travel Times
2009-9-13 9:46pm
Consult this detailed map, which is ideal for planning your trips throughout France between the major French cities. The map displays travel times both by train and by road. Get help planning your France travel itinerary with this map of France travel times.
See the map: France Travel Time Map
Subscribe to France Travel France Travel Times originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Sunday, September 13th, 2009 at 21:46:11. Permalink | Comment | Email this
Paris Shopping Pictures
2009-9-06 8:46pm
Want to wander the streets of Paris, but you don't have the time or money for a visit right now? That's OK. You cam virtually window shop with my Paris Shopping Picture Gallery, which takes the dreamy shopaholic in you along to browse the used book vendors along the Seine, into the Carousel du Louvre Mall, a boutique in Montmartre, Paris' Christmas market and a hat shop in the Marais. (And you won't even have to worry about the nasty exchange rate.)
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Paris Shopping Pictures originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Sunday, September 6th, 2009 at 20:46:51. Permalink | Comment | Email this
Beziers, France
2009-8-30 9:54pm
Man has lived in Beziers, a charming small city on Southern France, for over six millennia for a reason. Stroll along the café-lined and tree-lined Allées Paul Riquet. Gaze up at the majestic Cathedrale Saint Nazaire, which can be seen on its hilltop perch from almost anywhere in the city. Marvel at the rose-tinted wrought iron balconies.
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Sete, France
2009-8-22 9:34am
 Sete, France is a lovely fishing city which has much allure, from its beaches to its port lined with buildings painted rich ochres, rusts and azures. This is the spot to sample some of the worlds best seafood, usually prepared from the mornings catches. Several canals wind their way through the city.
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Europe Rail Pass Guide
2009-8-13 8:24am
Selecting the perfect rail pass or train fare for your trip can save you hundreds. There are many questions to ask yourself. Are you traveling alone? Just visiting France or venturing into other countries? Going to one city, and then taking day-trips to nearby towns?
Find out more: Choosing The Right Rail Pass
Europe Rail Pass Guide originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Thursday, August 13th, 2009 at 08:24:09. Permalink | Comment | Email this
France with Babies and Toddlers
2009-8-13 8:23am
Visiting France with a baby or toddler can be a once in a lifetime experience as you see this stunning country through their wonderous eyes. France isn't the most baby-friendly destination, however. It can also be a challenge finding much-needed baby and toddler supplies with a language barrier in the way.
Those problems are solved, however, with my tips to Survive a Trip to France with a Baby or Toddler, which includes a list of key French vocabulary terms for parents. France with Babies and Toddlers originally appeared on About.com France Travel on Thursday, August 13th, 2009 at 08:23:22. Permalink | Comment | Email this
Montsegur
2009-7-22 8:02am
Montsegur is simply a modest, tiny village in the Midi Pyrenees, yet somehow it has the power to cast a spell on its visitors. On paper, it is hardly remarkable....
Pontarlier to Verbier - Tour de France Stage 15
2009-7-19 3:19pm
Today, the Tour enters beautiful territory and unique cycling challenges as they travel through the Swiss Alps.
Here is the official Tour de France description of Ponterlier:
6-times stage-town
Population 19,300
Sub-prefecture if the...
Colmar to Becanson - Tour de France Stage 14
2009-7-18 3:00pm
Tour de France cyclists pass from the lovely Alsatian city of Colmar to Becanson, a 17-time stage town and birthplace of Victor Hugo.
Here is the official Tour de France description...
Tour de France Stage 13 - Vittel to Colmar
2009-7-17 10:05pm
Today's Tour de France passes through some of France's most charming territory, beginning in Vittel and ending in the enchanting Alsatian city of Colmar.
Here is the official Tour de France...
Tour de France Stage 12 - Tonnerre to Vittel
2009-7-16 2:24pm
Stage 12 takes cyclists through territory north of Dijon, passing from medieval Tonnerre to charming Vittel.
Here is the official Tour de France description of Tonnerre:
1st-time stage-town
Population 6,200
County town of Yonne...
Tour de France Stage 11 - Vatan to Saint Fargeau
2009-7-15 7:39am
Stage 11 passes from Vatan, a charming Indre village making its debut as a Tour de France stopover, to Saint-Fargeau, another destination in its debut as astage town.
Here is the...
Tour de France Stage 10 - Limoges to Issoudun
2009-7-14 7:27am
Stage 10 takes riders from the lovely village of Limoges north to Issoudun in the Indre.
Here is the official Tour de France description of Limoges:
13-time stage-town
Population 138,000
Capital of the Limousin...
Tour de France Stage 9 - Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes
2009-7-13 9:20am
Today's stage hits some of the loveliest countrywise in the French Pyrenees, from a charming village to a small city nestled in the mountains.
Here is the official Tour de...
Tour de France Stage 8 - Andorra-la-Vella to Saint-Girons
2009-7-11 10:13am
Stage 8 of the Tour de France takes cyclists through high terrain from Andorra-la-Vella in the principality of Andorra (bordering France) before returning to France and ending the stage in...
Tour de France Stage 7 - Barcelona to Andorra Arcalis
2009-7-10 9:46am
This stage takes cyclists from funky Barcelona to a principality in the Pyrenees mountains that is nestled between Spain and France: Andorra.
Here is the official description of Barcelona:
2-time stage-town
Population 1,600,000
Capital...
Brittany (Bretagne) Picture Gallery
2008-10-23 7:26am
Take a virtual tour of France's noble and magestic northern shore region of Brittany. Wild waves lap against rugged shorelines. The local fare includes tasty crepes accompanied by tart cider....
Midi Pyrenees Picture Gallery
2008-10-22 9:34am
Take a virtual tour of one of France's most underrated regions with this picture gallery of images from the enchanting Midi Pyrenees region. The region boasts peaks of the Pyrenees...
Rodez, France - Little City Nestled in the Mountains
2008-10-20 9:41am
Situated as it is in the middle of the mountains, it can be surprising to come upon Rodez. Unexpectedly urban, this tiny city features wonderful shopping and dining. The citys...
Free Packing Checklist
2008-10-17 10:22am
There is a certain skill to packing well, to remembering the important stuff and knowing what to leave behind. Consult the Free Packing Checklist list before your trip to France...
France Suggested Itinerary: A Tour of Top French Cathedrals
2008-10-14 7:00am
France boasts some of the world's most ancient, stunning and captivating cathedrals. Each one is a work of art and has its own personality, marked by exquisite carvings and spires...
France Itinerary of Major Cities
2008-10-13 9:38am
This France itinerary is ideal for those who seek out urban adventures, taking travelers along a route that hits some of France's major cities. Start your France itinerary in the...
Cheat the Euro Exchange Rate
2008-10-10 8:16am
With the euro building strength, especially against the dollar, it can make a trip to France and other European countries too expensive. There are lots of ways to cheat that...
Travel Health Insurance Ins & Outs
2008-10-08 6:39am
Before you go to France, you may want to consider purchasing travel medical insurance. It can be helpful for any range of situations and medical emergencies. Still, there is much...
The Smart Way to Get Euros in France
2008-10-07 8:55am
If you visit France, one thing is certain: you will be spending money. Make sure you get the most bang for your euro by following these DOs and DON'Ts for...
Mende, France - Where Urban meets Outdoors
2008-10-05 10:53pm
Mende, in the rural and mountainous Lozere, is a small city of about 12,000 people. This is a wonderful destination for anyone who wants to be in a town, but...
Paris Shopping Picture Gallery
2008-9-25 2:29am
Want to wander the streets of Paris, but you don't have the time or money for a visit right now? That's OK. You cam virtually window shop with my Paris...
France Travel Time Map
2008-9-24 8:54am
Consult this detailed map, which is ideal for planning your trips throughout France between the major French cities. The map displays travel times both by train and by road. Get...
Paris Eiffel Tower Picture Gallery
2008-9-23 8:54am
The Eiffel Tower is easily one of Paris' most recognizable landmarks. It is also Paris' most popular attraction. It is practically an emblem for France. See a gallery of Eiffel...
The Rude French - Truth or Myth?
2008-9-21 8:13am
Anytime I mention France to people, I invariably here the same questions. "Don't the French hate Americans?" or "Aren't the French rude?" or inquiries along the same vein. It couldn't...
France on the Cheap
2008-9-20 10:53pm
Many people think France is just too expensive, but that isn't always true. There are tricks and tactics to make France travel fit within a budget and be affordable.
Find out...
France Quotations
2008-9-18 12:43pm
France has captivated the minds of many for centuries. It has inspired writing and art. Quotations about France are a nice way to feel sentimental about France, even if you...
France Travel Packing Tips
2008-9-17 8:55am
There are few things more crucial to a successful trip to France than a well-packed bag. Make a mistake and you'll forget something important (like your passport or prescription medication...
Halloween in France
2008-9-17 1:54am
Halloween is a great time to visit France. The holiday, barely recognized just a few years ago, still has that young, fresh and enthusiastic feel in France. It isn't mainstream...
Using French Keyboards
2008-9-15 2:08pm
If you visit a cyber cafe in France, you may be surprised to find letters in all the wrong places on the keyboard. That's because the layout is different, which...
Weather in France
2008-9-14 9:18am
Weather in France can be important knowledge when planning a France vacation. Get detailed weather data on major French cities to help you plan your trip.
For instance, find out whether...
Roadtrip to France
2008-9-10 7:58am
In one city, you visit a stunning gothic cathedral. In another town, you sip cafe au lait next to an outdoor market with lush fresh produce and intense cheeses. Then...
Peugeot Open Europe Buyback Lease Program
2008-9-09 11:11pm
If you will be renting a car in France for 17 days or more, you can save money, drive a brand-new car, rent even if you're under age 25, and...
Promenade des Anglais
2008-9-08 8:47am
Easily one of my favorite places on the planet is Nice's Promenade des Anglais. It was always easy to imagine this being the early 20th century playground of aristocrats. There...
Top Budget Paris Hotels
2008-9-06 12:12am
Paris is one of the world's most expensive cities, but it's also one of the top tourist attractions. Find out how to conserve your cash for the finer thinks, like...
Paris Cafe Picture Gallery
2008-9-05 1:14pm
Paris cafes are possibly the most well-known image of the City of Light. The Paris Cafe is more than a place to sip coffee. It is an institution in Paris,...
Disneyland Paris
2008-9-04 9:38am
Disneyland Paris provides a great family vacation, while allowing the family to also enjoy the city of Paris a few minutes away. Get all the basics you need before visiting...
French Table Etiquette
2008-9-03 8:17pm
When it comes to table etiquette in France, be sure there is nothing lost in translation. There are several differences between the French table manners and eating habits and American...
Avoid Looking Like a Tourist
2008-9-02 7:46am
When in France, if you do as the French do you will probably have a much more enjoyable experience. A few lessons in French culture will help you understand why...
France Travel in September
2008-9-01 9:00am
September is a simply divine month to visit France. The tourist season is winding down, but you still get most of the positive aspects of summertime like warm weather and...
France Travel Time and Distance Calculator
2008-8-29 9:06am
Check the travel times and distances between major French cities, including Paris, Bordeaux, Nice, Lyon and Le Havre. A simple pulldown menu automatically show the distance in miles and estimated...
The French Schedule
2008-8-25 9:11am
If you arrive in France, you might be coping with more than jet lag when it comes to timing. You will also discover that dining, shopping and sightseeing must bend...
Logis de France, the Perfect Lodging Choice for Foodies
2008-8-24 9:56pm
Logis de France is an organization of 300-plus smaller hotels, mostly akin to an American inn, which are almost always connected to a fine restaurant. The Logis de France are...
French Lodging Spotlight: Gîtes de France
2008-8-24 9:17pm
Gîtes de France provide not only an inexpensive lodging option in France, but Gîtes de France are a choice that would be splendid to make even if money were no...
Subscribe to France Travel Newsletter or France Travel 101 E-Course
2008-8-19 10:04am
If you want to keep up-to-date on the latest France news, destination features and travel tips, be sure to subscribe to France Travel Newsletter. While you're there, brush up on...
Travel Budget Calculator
2008-8-17 10:28am
The Travel Budget Calculator allows you to enter your trip budget, including your spending money and all of your typical travel expenses, to determine if you have enough money for...
Learn French Street Signs
2008-8-13 8:26pm
If you plan to visit France, first you should consult my new visual step-by-step tutorial on popular and common street signs in France. It is very important to get familiar...
Albi, France
2008-8-08 6:27am
The pretty village of Albi France, with its old building facades and its quaint old town, is probably best known for an ugly chapter in its history. This was the...
France Travel in August
2008-8-01 12:36am
August is normally a great vacation month, but in France (and especially in the north) it can be problematic. Most people get the month of August off in France, meaning...
Capital Cities of the Languedoc
2008-7-29 1:01pm
The Languedoc region includes five departments, and each one has an amazingly diverse personality for such a small geographic area. You could easily plan an entire vacation around exploring each...
Tour de France 2008 Final Stage - Étampes to Paris Champs-Élysées
2008-7-27 9:03am
Today is the finale of the three-week Tour de France competition. I'm a little sad I won't be able to turn on the TV and see some amazing French countryside,...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 20 - Cérilly to Saint-Amand-Montrond
2008-7-26 2:57pm
Just one day away from the end of the Tour de France, the cyclists have a time trial in central France. The day's cycling begins in Cérilly (in its debut...
Tour de France Stage 19 - Rouanne to Montluçon
2008-7-25 11:24am
With the end in sight, the Tour de France today finally levels off, as cyclists travel from Rouanne to Montluçon.
Here is the Tour de France description of Rouanne:
Famous throughout the...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 18 - Bourg-dOisans to Saint-Étienne
2008-7-24 3:30pm
Today's Tour de France passes through some of France's amazing Alpine territory. It starts in Bourg-dOisans, cuts through Grenoble, and ends in Saint-Étienne. This should be a day to turn...
Tour de France Stage 17 - Embrun to LAlpe-dHuez
2008-7-23 11:09am
Today's Tour de France cuts through the stunning High Alpes, or Hautes-Alpes. It starts in picturesque Embrun, and ends in LAlpe-dHuez.
The Tour de France description of Embrun:
Many treasures from the...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 16 - Cuneo, Italy to Jausiers, France
2008-7-22 6:16pm
Today's stage crosses the Italian and French Alps, and cyclists are pedaling through the highest pass in all of Europe before a steep downhill race. The days' cycling begins in...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 15 - Embrun, France to Prato Nevoso, Italy
2008-7-20 11:45am
Today's Tour de France starts in the Alps of France, but quickly moves into Italy. This is all followed by a rest day in Cuneo, Italy. Today's route starts in...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 14 - Nîmes to Digne-les-Bains
2008-7-19 8:14am
Today's Tour de France route takes one of the more scenic journeys, one in fact made famous by the writings of Peter Mayle, through the lovely Luberon, into Provence and...
Tour de France Stage 13 - Narbonne to Nîmes
2008-7-19 8:00am
The Tour de France passes through one of my favorite areas of France, the Languedoc and Cathar Country. The day starts in Narbonne, a lovely Languedoc city and beach village,...
Tour de France Stage 12 - Lavelanet to Narbonne
2008-7-17 3:31pm
Today's Tour de France passes through the lovely Midi Pyrenees and Languedoc regions, riding from Lavelanet to Narbonne.
Here is the Tour de France blurb about Lavelanet:
Situated in Cathar country at...
Tour de France Stage 11 - Lannemezan to Foix
2008-7-16 2:54pm
Today's Tour de France should have some interesting scenery as well as challenges as the cyclists hit the beautiful High Pyrenees. The day starts on Lannemezan and ends in the...
Tour de France Stage 10 - Pau to Hautacam Argelès-Gazost
2008-7-14 7:38pm
Today's Tour de France route passes through one of the most magical, most awe-inspiring areas of France. The day begins in Pau, a city surrounded with breathtaking mountain peaks. It...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 9 - Toulouse to Bagnères-de-Bigorre
2008-7-13 9:12am
Today's Tour de France starts in a city that is just a must-see in France. Called the "pink village," I have fond memories of sipping coffee at the Place du...
Tour de France Stage 8 - Figeac to Toulouse
2008-7-12 8:28am
The Tour de France enters one of my favorite corners of France, the Midi Pyrenees Region in lovely and undiscovered Southwest France. The day ends in one of France's prettiest...
Tour de France Stage 7 - Brioude to Aurillac
2008-7-11 11:23am
Today's Tour de France continues through the challenges of the Massif Central, which is a lovely area to visit as a tourist for its expansive and impressive landscapes. The tour...
Tour de France Stage 6 - Aigurande to Super-Besse Sancy
2008-7-10 5:36pm
Today's Tour de France route cuts through the lovely and impressive Massif Central, or an elevated stretch from central to southern France. It starts in Aigurande and travels to Super-Besse...
Tour de France Stage 5 - Cholet to Chateauroux
2008-7-09 8:04am
Today's Tour de France stage is the longest of the 2008 tour, and features a straight and flat course of 232 kilometers from Cholet to Chateauroux.
Here is the Tour de...
Tour de France Stage 4 - Cholet
2008-7-08 9:48am
Today's Tour de France is a short but intense individual time trial that starts and ends in Cholet, France.
This is the official Tour de France blurb about Cholet:
Situated in the...
Tour de France Stage 3 - Saint-Malo to Nantes
2008-7-07 8:01am
The Tour de France passes through some picturesque Northern France territory today, starting at the shore town of Saint-Malo and ending in the prefecture Loire-Atlantique city of Nantes.
Here is the...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 2 - Auray to Saint-Brieuc
2008-7-06 11:14am
Today's stage travels 164.5 km of the lovely Brittany region, starting in the village of Auray and ending in the bay city of Saint-Brieuc. Brittany, along France's northern shore, is...
Tour de France 2008 Stage 1 - Brest to Plumelec
2008-7-05 8:10pm
The start of the Tour de France begins this year in Brest. Here is the official Tour de France blurb about Brest:
Westernmost tip of continental Europe, a prow looking towards...
Tour de France 2008
2008-7-02 4:47pm
Tour de France 2008 will run Saturday through July 27th, and the 95th Tour de France will consist of 21 stages spanning 3,500 kilometres. We will have daily blog coverage,...
Nudism in Southwest France
2008-6-26 9:59am
Nudism isn't as shocking as you might think, at least not in an epicenter of getting naked in Southwest France. In fact, the Languedoc region even puts out an official...
Principality of Andorra
2008-6-24 8:09am
Andorra is its own little world, and not just because its a 290-square-mile independent principality (or a fifth the size of Rhode Island). Nestled atop some of the highest peaks...
Basque Language for Travelers
2008-6-21 1:07pm
You could easily visit French or Spanish Basque Country without knowing a word of Basque (called Euskara in Basque). Since the Basques are vehemently defensive of their culture, however, try...
Basque Country
2008-6-20 12:28pm
The French Basque Country has timbered row houses lining its river. If you have been elsewhere in Southwest France, the architecture can be a shocking contrast. Instead of sandy stonewashed...
Le Moulin Rouge Tickets and Packages
2008-6-17 9:55pm
The Moulin Rouge cabaret show is easily one of Paris' most famous nightlife activities, but it isn't always easy finding tickets once you arrive in the City of Light. I've...
Visit During the Tour de France
2008-6-13 12:07pm
Have you always dreamed of seeing the cool Tour de France action in person? It doesn't need to be a dream. You can still find rooms along the Tour de...
Cathar Country
2008-6-06 2:56pm
One of the bloodiest points in the history of this area revolves around the rise and eventual massacre of the Christian Cathar religious sect in the 12th century. Tourists can...
Rhone Valley Travel Planner
2008-6-06 2:53pm
My fellow About.com guide just returned from the fabulous Rhone Valley of France, and he has compiled an amazing Rhone Valley Travel Planner. Here is an excerpt:
The first time I...
Southwest France
2008-6-06 1:39pm
In Southwest France, sunkissed rooftops blaze a burnt orange. There are sweeping vistas of both mountains and sea. The food is robust, and the wines dont mess around. The narrow...
France Destination Spotlight: Limoux
2008-6-06 1:26pm
Most of the world credits the invention of sparkling wine to the Champagne region, and to Dom Perignon. The legend, and possible real story, is far more interesting. According to...
French Sea Water Spas
2008-6-06 6:30am
A popular pursuit in France since the 1960s, the Aquitaine is a prime destination for pursuit of thalassotherapy. Thalassotherapie, translated to mean sea water cure, was discovered by a Tour...
Cannes Film Festival Today - Kung Fu Panda and Waltz with Bashir
2008-5-15 11:37am
There are two very different animated films being screened at today's Cannes Film Festival. Waltz with Bashir, in competition, is screening today at the Cannes Film Festival. The animated film...
Cannes Film Festival 2008
2008-5-11 8:18pm
Cannes Film Festival 2008 is from May 14 - 25. Each year, celebrities and tourists alike swarm this upscale French Riviera city for a celebration of the film industry. Follow...
Mother's Day in France - Celebrate Two Mother's Days
2008-5-05 7:03am
Think one Mother's Day a year simply isn't enough? American moms can get a second dose of attention a month later by celebrating France's Fête des Mères on May 25....
France Travel Deals of the Week
2008-4-25 3:02pm
Planning a getaway to France? Why pay more than you have to? Here are some of the hottest France travel deals on airfare, lodging, tours, you name it. Live like...
Worst 5 France Travel Rookie Mistakes
2008-4-25 7:30am
You're planning your first trip to France, and it's something you've dreamed of for years. But there are several rookie France travel mistakes that could make your visit less enjoyable,...
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