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10 Reasons to Add Franche-Comté to your Travel List

When visiting France, most Anglos head straight for Paris or to tourist-saturated Provence. Come and see what you’re missing.
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A French Movie Star, on a Bicycle

I had a visit from a famous French movie star---which got my neighbors all in a tizzy.
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An American Artist Takes on Paris

Art lovers, Paris lovers, and Francophiles: drool over some beautiful paintings of France this week, as we explore a new show opening in Paris. The ...
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Au Château, An International Salon

So many citizens of the world, passing through Château de Balleure! Pourquoi? Here's the story. And, BIG NEWS this week: my book , "How to ...
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Around the World in 80 Ways

Have you dreamed of traveling around the world? Here's one couple who did, and on a sailing yacht no less. Well they almost did---but something ...
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Amuse Bouche & Brain: Wisdom from a French Table

We have a little inspirational French lesson for you today, and of course it involves FOOD!
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Just Another Saturday in France

It's Saturday, and without exception you will find us participating in that fine, festive French tradition: going to Market.
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Hanging Out at the Tour

You've seen the Tour de France on TV---what's it like to go, and be one of those cheering spectators? Well, it's not quite like any ...
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The Rescue of the French “Poubellies”

Who in the world are the "poubellies", and why did they need saving? Check out today's bittersweet story. Plus: a great new book on wine ...
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The French Village, A Hotbed of Intrigue & Dissent?

They look so idyllic, those cute French villages. But are they?
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