20 Things to Know Before Driving in France as a Foreigner
Renting a car in France gives you access to beautiful countryside, coastal roads, and towns that trains don’t reach. But…
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10 Mistakes That Ruin Too Many First-Time Paris Itineraries
Even with endless guides and videos available, first-time visitors to Paris often run into the same planning traps. Here’s what…
10 Paris Metro Stops That Are Best Avoided (And Smarter Moves Nearby)
The Paris Metro is fast, cheap, and reliable, but some stations are more trouble than they’re worth. A few are…
10 Things You’ll Wish You’d Packed for France (That Most Lists Leave Out)
Planning a trip to France usually means thinking about outfits, plug adapters, maybe a phrasebook. But once you’re actually there,…
9 Tips For Eating Like a Local in France Without Speaking French
You don’t need to be fluent in French to eat well in France. But if you want to avoid the…
7 Scams Targeting English-Speaking Travelers in Paris
While some scams in Paris are easy to spot, others are subtle, fast, and specifically designed to trick confused or…
12 Travel Booking Tips During Strikes in France (Avoid a Ruined Trip)
Strikes are a normal part of life in France. They don’t always ruin a trip, but they CAN if you’re…
15 Finds That Made My Paris Trip Better
You can plan a trip down to the minute and still get caught off guard – sometimes in the best…
15 Clever Tricks Locals Use to Travel France for Less
Traveling through France doesn’t have to break the bank. Locals are often savvier than tourists when it comes to finding…