France Vacations Blog

Dec 18, Practical Travel Tips to Make Your Trip Smoother

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:27:54 GMT

Got your ticket, booked your lodging and you're about to pack. Here are some practical travel tips you should know to make your trip go a little smoother.

Dec 18, French Language Tips

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:20:09 GMT

Here are some French language tips to help you navigate the intricacies of verbal interactions in France.

Nov 25, Other Travel Links

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 18:38:05 GMT

Find some other great travel links here.

Sep 19, Traveling to Provence

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:09:24 GMT

I have been enamoured with Provence since reading A Year In Provence. Coming from New England and now living in a small town in Maryland, I'm familiar

May 22, Mr. Michael Luttrell

Sun, 22 May 2011 16:01:20 GMT

Want to see Chateau de Saint-Aubin-sur-Risle..

May 14, Les Bains Spa in Dieppe

Sat, 14 May 2011 17:52:58 GMT

Les Bains Spa belongs to the “Vert Marine” chain: a group of spas promoting the wellness factor of seawater bathing.

May 14, Scenic sites to visit in Normandy

Sat, 14 May 2011 17:04:30 GMT

There are many scenic sites to visit in and around Normandy.

Apr 17, Romance in France

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:37:17 GMT

Which European country brings to mind romance? Of course, you guessed correctly! It's France!

Apr 13, Loire Valley Romantic Getaway

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:19:34 GMT

Have you been travelling trough the wine areas of Italy, Germany, maybe Spain or even California? Well you have not seen anything until you visit the magnificent

Mar 20, An Afternoon at the Spa

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 15:37:45 GMT

Last week I decided to do a selfish, exploratory journey into Dieppe’s past via a massage and facial. Ah... my afternoon at the spa!

Mar 19, My Bed and Breakfast - Page 2

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 20:54:11 GMT

The story of my bed and breakfast - Le Clos du Hérisson (or Hedgehog's Close)

Mar 19, My Bed and Breakfast

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 18:09:57 GMT

Read here about my bed and breakfast. If you've been thinking about visiting France, now's the opportune time to put your fears aside and come visit us.

Mar 19, French Currency

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 15:50:43 GMT

So, you’re planning a trip to France and maybe you feel a bit intimidated by the whole French currency exchange thing. Not to worry, it’s much easier than say, twenty years ago.

Mar 10, Exploring France

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 03:28:20 GMT

Exploring France? Of course you'll “do” Paris, but what else is there to see and do in the rest of the country? Take out a map, some walking shoes and we'll hit some high points in northern France.

Feb 27, Deciphering a French Menu

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 18:37:27 GMT

Here are a few tips to unravel the fancy French menu terminology which trips up even the most sophisticated diner.

Feb 27, Eating In France - How to order yourself an unforgettably tasty meal in France.

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 18:04:38 GMT

French food is ranked among the best in the world. And eating in France can be fun, but a challenge. Here's some help in making sure you get the best you can for your budget!

Feb 13, An American In France Blog

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 18:39:21 GMT

Want to get a glimpse into real French life? Here, I will give periodic updates and musings on my life in France!

Jan 1, French Urban Legends - Part Deux

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 22:02:09 GMT

French Urban Legends, Part Deux - here's a couple more urban legends to take a look at...

Dec 19, Foie Gras

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:46:55 GMT

Enoying a truly French food - foie gras. Here you'll read all about it!

Dec 19, French Cuisine - It's Serious!

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:43:46 GMT

French cuisine - A few tips on how to introduce a taste of France into your meals.

Dec 3, Thanksgiving in France

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 14:33:13 GMT

How does an American approximate the very-American holiday of Thanksgiving?

Nov 7, Your France Vacation Made Easy and Perfect!

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 17:11:00 GMT

Dreaming of an easy France vacation? One with all the wrinkles ironed out in advance? The kind of vacation that great memories are made of? Come along with us and see how we've smoothed the way.

Oct 23, Day Trips While in France

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 15:23:44 GMT

Here are some day trips for your stay at my bed and breakfast.

Oct 23, Christmas in France

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:59:10 GMT

It's Christmas! There are many variations on Christmas themes that are noticeable from one country to the next. France has its share of odd ones. Read about it here!

Oct 23, Noirmoutier in October

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:51:02 GMT

This first entry comes from a tiny island of the Atlantic coast of France called Noirmoutier and it's October....

Oct 23, The particularities of the toilets or “water closets”.

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:39:08 GMT

Some practical tips and explanations of some cultural differences regarding toilets in France!

Oct 23, Luxury Hotels in France

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:22:31 GMT

If you're lucky enough to have an extra wad of cash weighing down your pocket, you might want to do something really special and aim for 5-star, luxury hotels.

Oct 23, About Me

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:00:30 GMT

Let me tell a bit about my story and how I ended up here in France.

Oct 22, Questions and Answers about your French vacation.

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:17:14 GMT

Questions and Answers to help make your French vacation easy.

Oct 22, Menage-a-20; Tales with a Hook - The Book

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:14:30 GMT

Read the press release for Menage-a-20 author, Diane Condon

Oct 22, Lodging - Where to Sleep During Your Vacation in France?

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:13:32 GMT

This lodging page will help you choose the sleeping arrangements that suit you the best and what to expect from the different options available be it a hotel, B&B, rental apartment or villa.

Oct 22, What chateaux can you visit in France? And where are they located?

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:08:06 GMT

A wide variety of chateaux (castles) are dotted throughout each region illustrating France's history with their individual architectural styles and purpose.

Oct 17, Dieppe International Kites Festival

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:51:10 GMT

Dieppe International Kites Festival. Dieppe is the kite capital! Come join us in Dieppe on a Saturday in September!

Apr 11, French Urban Legends

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 15:47:02 GMT

French Urban Legends - let's have a look at some of those myths and see how much truth is behind them.

Apr 10, Arques la Bataille Chateau

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 15:51:13 GMT

The castle of Arques la Bataille, located in the northern half of Normandy, is a wonderful medieval castle with turrets, a drawbridge and a moat.

Mar 27, The Perfect French Vacation Wasting Time!

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 02:10:30 GMT

Let's talk about the perfect French vacation. Time slows down, as it should whenever you are on vacation. Read here about how (and why) to waste time for your perfect vacation in France.

Mar 21, Electrical Tips for France

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:10:35 GMT

Are you bringing electrical appliances with you? Here are some very important tips!

Mar 21, Bathrooms in France

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:08:44 GMT

You'll be staying somewhere in France: a hotel, a bed-and-breakfast, a gite or a rental apartment. There will be variations in the bathrooms in France available for your use.

Mar 20, Quiche - A Whole Meal in a Pie

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:45:37 GMT

Quiche is a delicious whole-meal-in-a-pie, and very French. Read here about to prepare and enjoy quiche!

Jan 21, How to Buy Things in France

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:50:48 GMT

In this "How to Buy" section you'll learn how to pay for your things and some tips about your passport.

Jan 21, Filet Mignon of Pork Recipe

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:01:59 GMT

Would you like a sure-fire recipe for filet mignon of pork which is sophisticated yet deceptively easy and makes very little mess in your kitchen? Sounds perfect n'est-ce pas? Well it is!

Jan 21, The Chateau of Eu - Chateau d'Eu

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 03:37:28 GMT

The chateau of Eu is a remarkable castle, as it was the summer royal residence of the last king of France, Louis-Philippe

Jan 10, The Martainville Chateau

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 16:31:27 GMT

The Martainville Chateau, northeast of Rouen, is a large renaissance marvel which takes your breath away.

Jan 6, Preparing Coquilles St Jacques

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:09:42 GMT

Coquilles St Jacques (French Sea Scallops) - A taste treat for disheartened taste buds, a culinary expression of happiness, or a physical manifestation of yumminess.

Jan 5, Creperies and Pizzerias in France

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:44:33 GMT

As you wander through the streets of any town in France you continually run across tiny eating establishments of creperies and pizzerias tucked in amongst the shops in the city centers.

Jan 5, The New Year in France

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:30:22 GMT

With the coming of the New Year, each one of us takes stock of the past year and decides what to do to make the next one a little better.

Dec 29, Christmas - Part Deux

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:45:49 GMT

Christmas - Part Deux is about our Christmas trip to Disneyland in Paris. We're excited to see the wonderful Christmas decorations Disney has and enjoy a little family merry-making.

Dec 17, Brasserie - Another Choice for Eating in France

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:10:19 GMT

What is a brasserie or bistro? It’s a sort of café/restaurant which serves a less formal menu of main dishes.

Dec 6, Eating French Street Food

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:15:51 GMT

It might seem weird to recommend French street food, but keep reading - there are some good options!

Dec 6, Restaurants in France

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:11:06 GMT

Open for lunch or dinner, restaurants are the obvious choice for dining out in style during your vacation in France. But there are a few things you ought to know before taking your seat.