As I sweated through the crowds at the Rouen Armada in June 2023, it hit me: maybe the Paris Olympics wouldn’t be everyone’s cup of tea. The heat and chaos made me realize plenty of folks might prefer to skip the crowds and high prices. I’ve looked at all the unique experiences and places I’ve... The post Avoid The Paris Olympics-10 Hidden Gems In France To Explore appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

Whether you’re in Strasbourg for the Christmas markets or at any other time, don’t miss two highlights at Cathedrale Notre-Dame: the renowned astronomical clock presentation and the stunning city panoramic views from the upper platform. Tickets are available at the church and you can get discounted tickets using the Strasbourg City Card. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de... The post Strasbourg’s Cathedral: Don’t Miss The Famous Clock Or Views appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

It’s worth checking out the impressive architecture of the Labrouste Reading Room and Oval Room at the Richelieu Library in Paris. Just don’t make my mistake and only google “Bibliothèque Nationale de France (National Library of France)”  because there are four National Library of France sites. [Updated February 20, 2024] I began my search with... The post Which National Library Of France Site To Visit? The Richelieu Library appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

Experiencing the Festival of Lights in Paris illuminated my winter visit this past December. I discovered enchanting displays at Jardin d’Acclimatation, Parc Floral de Paris, and Jardin des Plantes. Illuminated sculptures of animals, plants, and Christmas ornaments and symbols are displayed outdoors and you immerse yourself in the light show as you walk along a... The post Winter Magic: A Glimpse Into The Festival Of Lights In Paris appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

This past Monday morning I got out of bed and the minute I put my foot down I felt a searing pain in the bottom of my heel. Out of 10, the pain was 11. Panic set in. I am to fly to France in 10 days for two weeks. Will the pain go away... The post A Visit To Emergency: The Costs To Cancel My Trip To France appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

Sometimes problems occur and you’ve never dealt with them before. This happened to me three times: I was surprised with two French speeding fines in France when I got home from my trip and 1 parking ticket when I was in Cavaillon. Here’s what you should know about these traffic tickets in France and how... The post How To Deal With French Speeding Fines And Parking Tickets appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

Is Dijon worth visiting for a day or two? Certainly, many people who take a barge cruise in Burgundy often start or end their journey in Dijon. Yes, I do suggest staying in Dijon before and even after your cruise. While I could have stayed in Besançon at the end of the cruise I took,... The post Unique Things To Do In Dijon (When You Have 1-2 Days) appeared first on France Travel Tips ..read more

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