Clearly the time had come. The people of France had grown weary of an increasingly repressive monarchy that had stood for more than a thousand years. Winds of change were in the air and buoyed … more
When we imagine the area of Provence, France, we think of a panorama of vineyards and peaceful surroundings. The narrator of this coming of age novel, Christian Aragan, is seventeen … more
Chateau de Villandry is a beauty in its own right. Its specialty lies in the well crafted gardens in the chateau. A walk around the chateau is a definite must for the romantic!
The most beautiful and elegant chateau in the entire Loire Valley. If you're in Paris, take the 1 hour speed train to Tours and then stay a night or two (I stayed 4 nights) to visit some of the best … more
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Penelope11 posted a Quick Tip about Le Métropolitain.
April 13, 2011
My husband and I have been fortunate enough to have made several visits to Paris. There is so much that is wonderful about the city, but I think my absolutely favorite place is the Musee National du Moyen … more
Written by an Irishman, set in the wine-country of 1920s France, The Last Estate by Conor Bowman combines the darkness and depth of Irish story-telling with the beauty of a French village, the mystique … more
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Beasimer posted a Quick Tip about Paris, France.
August 17, 2010
Open Café is a great place to unwind with a cool beer and enjoy the scenery. 17 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris, France 01 42 72 26 18 http://www.opencafe.fr
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Beasimer posted a Quick Tip about Paris, France.
August 17, 2010
Paraidis crepes are a bargain, and an amazing treat. Our favorite late night snack is the banana Nutella crepes. 64 Rue Mouffetard, 75005 Paris, France 01 43 36 95 56
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Beasimer posted a Quick Tip about Paris, France.
August 17, 2010
The Scarlet Pimpernel by Barones Emmuska Orczy is her best work, and one of the greatest works of literature I have had the privelege to read. While incorporating elements of all gneres--action/adventure, … more
This book has been my favorite since I first cracked it open as a young teen. The emotions are varied, there's excitment, drama, romance, action, adventure … more
Beautiful book. It breaks a little bit that culture of the princess with a perfect prince. Sometimes is with a frog that you discover a real prince, but here is a monster.
How much readers enjoyed this 1905 adventure can be judged by the fact that Orzy wrote thirteen more books about the Scarlet Pimpernel from 1906-1936 and by the more than several films and TV shows made … more
An excellent, crunchy and super delicious French biscuit! Great on its own as well as with tea, coffee or even champagne! I love to take the individually packed biscuit on the plane. Makes me feel like … more
I love the message of this story, you can look past the material and the visual, that true beauty is within. What better message for the world, especially today in our materialistic mindset?
This fairy tale has it all. It is set back in time when ships carried all kinds of precious cargo, gold coins, jewels, beautiful clothes and more. There was a wealthy merchant … more
Quite an interesting book - made into a movie with Dustin Hoffman. i have my doubts as to the validity of all this man's adventures, but it does make a good read.
France has been thoroughly disappointing so far this World Cup. They have been a favorite of mine for the past several FIFA events. Hoping they can come together and get a result in the final match versus … more