Jul 30, 2023
In this episode of the podcast with my guest Terri Brault, we discuss Canadian WW2 Normandy sites you can visit. Canadian forces were heavily involved in the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, which marked the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany.
The Canadian 3rd Infantry Division, along with the 2nd Armoured Brigade,...
Jul 23, 2023
In today's episode of the podcast, Why Life in France is Wonderful, Annie and Elyse discuss the 20 things that make life in France unique and attractive. We don't think France is perfect, but it's wonderful and we share why we think so. Fear not, we will also publish an episode in a couple of weeks about why life in...
Jul 16, 2023
This episode with Bernadette and Steven Fernandes is all about letting the day happen and taking the back roads. They've been visiting France for years and mostly avoid big cities because they like the small things that give flavor to the experience. We share a few laughs and talk about cannelés, rillettes, going to...
Jul 9, 2023
The Aude department, located in the Occitanie region of France, offers a diverse and captivating landscape. It is home to notable sites such as the medieval village of Lagrasse, known for its historic charm and association with viticulture. The Lastours Castles, perched atop rocky spurs, bear witness to the...
Jul 2, 2023
In this trip report, you'll hear how Kim Loftus embarked on a captivating treasure hunt in the Loire Valley, tracing the footsteps of Joan of Arc. The journey took her to Chinon, where Joan met Charles VII, and Loches and where she was imprisoned. The Château de Loches stands as a testament to her unwavering...