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Shop ’till you Drop: Guide to Getting your VAT back in France
One of the best things about visiting France is the shopping. AND, if you happen to be a non-European Union resident, you can shop ‘till you drop for less by claiming back your sales tax. Since this...
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A Basic Guide to Burgundy Wine
Understanding wine in France is complicated, but thankfully, drinking it is simple. There are 11 primary wine-producing regions in France, with more than 300 AOC {Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée}...
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14 of the Most Historic Hotels in Paris
Paris needs no introduction. You don’t have to have visited for the name to elicit thoughts of romance, fine arts, fashion, and centuries of history. History is something that can be consumed in...
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5 Things to know about Rosé Wine in Provence
Oh, Provence. That dreamy place in France not called Paris. Provence is probably the place you envision when imagining the French countryside. Surely you know this picturesque region: lavender fields,...
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3 Things to Consider before Moving to Paris
If I had a euro for every time I’m asked, “Why Paris?” I’d own my dream apartment overlooking Parc Monceau. I’m also regularly asked for advice on moving to Paris. No doubt, moving to any foreign...
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24 Hours in Fontainebleau, France
Just 45 minutes from Paris’ Gare de Lyon is Fontainebleau. Most famous for its château and forest, this town of about 15,000 people is a welcome respite from the city. Whether you’re looking for a day...
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How to Pack a Picnic in Paris like a Local
Along with terrace sitting and pétanque, picnicking is a national sport in France, especially in Paris. Much of this tradition goes back to the French Revolution, when the royal gardens and parks...
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A Guide to the Luberon–Heart of France’s Provence Region
It should come as no surprise that Provence is one of my favorite French regions, and the Luberon is the part of Provence that I’ve visited the most. From Paris, a 2.5-hour TGV train to Avignon will...
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