Join Us in France Travel Podcast
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Visiting the Loire Valley Without a Car, Episode 432
Welcome to the Join Us in France Travel Podcast. Today, Annie Sargent and Claire Ramsdell discuss an exciting and unique way to explore the Loire Valley in France - without a car. Known for its charmi
Visit Strasbourg at Christmas Time or Any Time!
This episode is a trip report with Annie and her husband David. Strasbourg is a great city to visit any time of year. But since we went between Christmas and New Year, we wanted to give you a head's u
Attending Roland-Garros, Episode 430
On today's episode of the podcast, Annie Sargent chats with Will Weider about attending Roland-Garros. The French Open takes place late May / early June at the Roland-Garros complex just west of Paris
Coming Up in Paris in 2023, Episode 429
Today, Annie Sargent brings you a conversation with Elyse Rivin of about the big events coming up in Paris in 2023. We also have a recap of how Paris museums have been doing since the pandemic. And A
All Aboard the French Train System!
The train system in France is known as the SNCF and is one of the most extensive and well-connected train networks in Europe. With high-speed trains such as the TGV and regional trains, the SNCF offer
Huguenot Heritage in France, Episode 427
The Huguenots were a Protestant minority in France during the 16th and 17th centuries. They faced intense persecution from the French Catholic majority and the monarchy. The persecution of Protestants
African Americans in Paris, Episode 426
African Americans have been present in Paris for centuries, with a significant number of them living in the city during the early 20th century. Many were artists, writers, and musicians who were drawn
Vauban Fortifications in France, Episode 425
In this episode of the podcast, and Annie Sargent talk about Vauban and his life, but also about where you can go to see Vauban fortifications in France. Many of them are listed as World Heritage Sit
A Dream Trip to France Becomes a Reality, Episode 424
My guest on today's trip report is Nicole Morin Scribner. She was born in Quebec and moved to the United States when she was 6. She always dreamed about visiting France and made her dream trip to Fran
Dog Poop and Other Problems Suffered in France, Episode 423
There are tropes about France that will not die. So today, Annie and chat about dog poop and other problems suffered in France. Of course, the conversation we're commenting on took place on Facebook