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Retracing the Steps of a WW1 soldier, Episode 362
Join Us in France Travel Podcast
11/07/21 • 53 min
Today Annie Sargent brings you a conversation with Dan Funsch about his trip to France around the theme of WW1. On this occasion, Dan wanted to retrace the steps a WW1 soldier who is very special to him because he was his grandfather. He had well annotated photos of his grandfather in various places and wanted to see them himself. We also discuss what Dan learned about doing family research in France, Joan of Arc, and spending Bastille Day in Paris.
About Retracing the Steps of a WW1 SoldierDan went to several places to retrace his grandfather's journey during WW1. Our conversation will take us to Reims, several places in the Marne and Bas-Rhin departments, Strasbourg and Paris.
Lots of people have relatives who served in France both during WWI and WW2 and retracing their footsteps is a wonderful way to learn about history and honor their memory.
After the interview I’ll update you on the newest way to get a Passe Sanitaire for visitors to France as outlined in this document.
Discussed in this Episode- Reims
- Valmy
- Sainte-Menehould
- Brizeau
- Passavant
- Beaulieu
- Varennes-en-Argonne
- Fleury-devant-Douamont
- Simone Veil
- American WWI Meuse Argonne Cemetery at Montfaucon
- La Petite Pierre in the Vosges
- Logis Hôtel Des Vosges (Famille Wehrung)
- Domremy-la-Pucelle
- Spending Bastille Day in Paris Full show notes for this episode Patreon | Boutique | Newletter | Booking

Anniversary in Paris and Provence, Episode 361
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10/31/21 • 63 min
Are you thinking about celebrating your anniversary in Paris or maybe in Provence? You must listen to this episode with Brianne Cunningham who enjoyed a wonderful anniversary in both Paris and Provence! They packed a lot in in those few days! Do you think you could do that much in 10 days?
Brianne is an elementary teacher who keeps a blog about her travels and passions. On this Anniversary trip they were in Paris for 4 days and went to Provence for 4 days and the Riviera for 2 days. This was their first trip to France (and to Europe as well) and it was wonderful as you can hear if you click play.
In Provence rented a car and their home-base was in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence at a lovely hotel. She wishes they had spend more time in Saint-Rémy but they often got back after everything had closed. In Paris they stayed at this hotel in Saint Germain des Prés. They loved the location and though it was appropriate for an anniversary.
For their anniversary dinner they ate at Les Ombres and it was a great choice because the food is nice and you can go on the patio for the view on the Eiffel tower. They got to see it sparkle, and they lingered for a long-time, it was a special occasion that we can call anniversary-perfect!
Discussed in this Episode- Avignon
- Pernes Les Fontaines
- Isle Sur La Sorgue
- Fontaine de Vaucluse
- Uzes & Pont du Gard
- Saint Remy de Provence
- Gordes
- Senanque Abbey
- Moustiers Sainte Marie
- Gorges du Verdon
- Rousillon
- Menerbes
- Bonnieux
- Lourmarin
- Cassis
- Grimaud
- Saint Tropez
- Antibes
- Cap d'Antibes
- Eze
- Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
- Saint Paul de Vence
- Musee d'Orsay
- Arc de Triomphe
- Bateaux Parisien Seine Cruise
- Les Ombres Anniversary dinner
- Tuileries Garden
- Musee de l'Orangerie
- Ile de la Cite
- Sainte Chapelle
- Notre Dame
- Ile Saint-Louis (Berthillon)
- Rue Cremieux
- Breizh Cafe
- Picasso Museum
- Eiffel Tower
- Les Antiquaires
- Louvre
- Bouquinistes
- Shakespeare & Company
- Odette
- Catacombs
- O Chateau
- Champs Elysees
- Louvre & Seine at night
- Marche aux Puces
- Hardware Societe
- Place du Tertre
- Sacre Coeur
- Cocorico restaurant
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/361

16 Differences Between a Traveler and a Tourist, Episode 360
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10/24/21 • 62 min
What's the difference between a traveler and a tourist? In this episode of the podcast we discuss 16 tips to make your vacation better and how you can become a better traveler. You don't need to be fluent in French and you don't need to spend months in France before you can feel like you belong there, but you do have to try a few things. Let's talk about it! #joinusinfrance #tourism #france #belonging
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/360

The Martyred Village of Oradour-sur-Glane, Episode 359
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10/17/21 • 65 min
This episode recounts the history of the martyred village of Oradour-sur-Glane near Limoges. What happened? Do we know why?
We like to think things like that can never happen again because the Second World War is far behind us now. But it's never a given and there are senseless massacres going on today still. Let's talk about it and why parents and leaders should never teach hate #joinusinfrance #WW2 #podcast
This episode features my frequent guest Elyse Rivin. You can book a tour with her through her website and you can also support her on Patreon.
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/359

First Time in Paris Trip Report, Episode 358
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10/10/21 • 67 min
For this first time in Paris trip report, Annie Sargent talks to Joni and Steve Goldin. They had booked an itinerary review with Annie, so they were better prepared than most. But they still made a few minor mistakes as we discuss.
Annie was a guest on the podcast FranceFormation, a show for people who want to move to France. Take a listen!
Hotel RecommendationThey chose the Da Vinci Hotel. A little boutique hotel in Saint Germain on Rue des Saint Pères that they recommend.
Generally they went back to their hotel in the middle of the day to rest up a little which allowed them to stay up later and eat later. This is a good strategy if your hotel (like theirs) is centrally located.
Annie's VoiceMap Tours they TookIle de la Cité on their first day, Saint Germain des Prés a few days later and Montmartre towards the end. Podcast listeners can buy these tours at an amazing low price here.
Restaurant Recommendations- Les Antiquaires, great Parisian café for sitting outside and people-watching.
- La Place Royale on Place des Vosges.
- Bouillon Racine on rue Racine.
- Robert & Louise in the Marais (Joni loved the honey roasted duck breast)
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/358

Famous Painters in Nice, Episode 357
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10/03/21 • 68 min
There were always at least a few dozen famous painters in Nice on the French Riviera in the 1900s. Today Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin talk about three of them in some detail: Matisse, Chagall and Yves Klein.
Why did they love Provence so much? Was it because painters and photographers are always in search of great light? Whatever the reason, painting on the French Riviera and Provence in general was really popular.
Click on Show Notes below to read Elyse's complete historical outline. Visit our Instagram account to see Annie's photos of Chagall, Matisse, and the MAMAC.
Useful link: the price of a taxi between the airport and Paris city center.
Discussed in this Episode- The School of Nice
- Matisse
- Chagall
- Musée Matisse in Nice
- Musée National Marc Chagall
- Musée d'Art Moderne et d'Art Contemporain de Nice (MAMAC)
- Musée Massena
- The French expression "yakafokon"
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/357

Moving to France with Children, Episode 356
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09/26/21 • 70 min
Moving internationally can really difficult for children but is it worth it? Will the kids adjust to their new life in France? How long does it take to learn French for kids? What are some things parents can do to make the process easier? Annie's daughter, Marianne moved to France at age 7 shares her experience adjusting to France in this episode of the podcast.
Discussed in this Episode- What was it like moving to France as a 7 year-old?
- Starting school in France with zero French
- Some differences between American and French school
- How long does it take to get comfortable with the new routine and new language?
- How did French children react to the new American kid?
- The nature of school in France: very serious and too competitive
- Doing activities in English like Girl Guides
- How to maintain reading and writing skills in English while learning French
- The mandate to take English at school even though the child is already fluent in English
- Doing sports and after school activities in France
- Grades in French schools
- Graduating from College in France
- The cost of studying in France
- International students in France
- Part time jobs for students in France

Not to Miss in Bergerac and Monbazillac, Episode 355
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09/19/21 • 64 min
Do you love medieval streets, beautiful literature and sweet wine? Then it's possible you're destined to visit Bergerac and Monbazillac! This episode of the podcast is full of our recommendations for a fun week-end in French wine country. Press play and get ready for some fun in the southwest of France!
Bergerac and Monbazillac are neighboring towns in the Dordogne department and an area called Perigord Pourpre (Purple Périgord). The Dordogne is part of the Aquitaine Region. The historical center of Bergerac is pretty small, but if you're going to visit Monbazillac as well, you'll need one or two nights.
Hotel RecommendationAnnie and her husband stayed at the Hotel de France, a short walk away from the medieval city center. It was easy to park, an easy walk to all the restaurants, the bed was comfortable, breakfast was great. A nice value for the price.
What to Do in Bergerac- Walk around the historical city center. If you just drive around Bergerac you won't find it all that special. You have to park and go into the medieval pedestrian streets.
- Go to the tourist office. It's right by the river in a lovely area. The tourist office often hosts local wine makers who will ask your questions and do a mini wine tasting. The one who was there that day was very friendly and knowledgeable.
- Rent a bike at the tourist office to ride along the Dordogne river, it's lovely.
- Take a boat ride in a Gabarre. There are lots of birds on the banks of the Dordogne because they keep the river as wild as possible.
- You should go to Monbazillar because it's not far at all. The wine tasting was nice but they only do it at set times. Otherwise you can proceed to the wine store where you can taste and buy.
- Monflanquin and Villeréal are about half an hour away, both worth a stop.
- You could also visit the nearby village of Yemet that French people in the area call "the English village" because there are so many British people who live there.
Elyse gives a great summary of the history of this area. Her explanation starts around 25 minutes into our conversation. You can also read her notes by clicking on Show Notes below. But for the purposes of this summary let's just say this.
Bergerac was generally a wealthy area because of its wines and agricultural production. It was raided many times and recovered. Much later it became a stronghold of Protestantism who chased the Catholics away. The chateau of Monbazillac went back and forth between the two denominations causing much loss of life and emotional turmoil.
Cyrano de BergeracOnce upon a time (in 1897) there was a young playwright who had one play performed in Paris. He was poor and desperately wanted to find more success. This was the time when dramatic realism was taking hold in the art world. Popular plays were dark and full of tortured souls. Edmond Rostand didn't want to make a burlesque play or a somber play. Rostand was a romantic and going through a terrible bout of depression himself.
That's when he remembered reading about a poet called Savinien de Cyrano de Bergerac in the 1600s. This man had been rejected by his lover and had spent his life trying to get her attention. Edmond Rostand made the story better and he wrote the play in alexendrin. Everyone said it would be a total failure, but Rostand had persuaded a great actor to premiere it and it's been a huge hit ever since.
Intro for the episode
This episode features my frequent guest Elyse Rivin. You can book a tour with her through her website and you can also support her on Patreon.
Full show notes for this episode are here:

What's Special About Moissac, France? Episode 354
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09/12/21 • 64 min
Moissac is "only" a minor city in the southwest of France, but if you're interested in the Saint Jacques de Compostelle pilgrimage or the churches connected to it, you must make it one of your stops! In this episode of the podcast, tour guide Elyse Rivin explains how Moissac became so prominent, how it is a Unesco World Heritage Site and a great place to visit today!
#joinusinfrance #unesco #camino
Discussed in this Episode- Saint Jacques de Compostelle
- The largest library in France and a major scriptorium
- The golden age of Moissac
- Moissac during the war against the Cathar heresy
- Moissac during the French Revolution
- The Abbey of Moissac becoming a historic monument
- Moissac protecting Jewish children during WW2
- Visiting the abbey today: the remarkable architecture of the doorway
- Church and cloister
- The cloister of Moissac: the first capitals that tell stories
- Walk around the capitals with the list in hand
- The romanesque doorway
- The tympanum of the Moissac cathedral
- A gothic church in the south of France
- Visiting Moissac and local gastronomy
- How life in France can resume thanks to the French Health Pass
- New travel rules are implemented in September 2021 but vaccinated visitors still welcome in France
This episode features my frequent guest Elyse Rivin. You can book a tour with her through her website and you can also support her on Patreon.
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/354

Lafayette, the Hermione and the Arsenal of Rochefort, Episode 363
Join Us in France Travel Podcast
11/14/21 • 58 min
Today's episode with Elyse Rivin is all about Lafayette, the Hermione and the arsenal of Rochefort in the West of France.
The newest way to get a Passe Sanitaire for visitors to France is outlined in this document. More about this on Annie's newsletter.
The permanent home of the Hermione is in Rochefort, at the Arsenal de Rochefort 35 miles south of La Rochelle. There is also a lovely resort town on the Atlantic called Royan nearby.
The town of Rochefort is similar in style to La Rochelle, but it was built from scratch to be an arsenal town by Louis XIV. It soon became very important strategically.
#joinusinfrance #podcast #rochefort #hermione #history #france
Full show notes for this episode are here: https://joinusinfrance.com/363
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Join Us in France Travel Podcast currently has 451 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Culture, Language, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Art, History, Lifestyle, Podcasts, France, Tour and Travel.
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