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France
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The History of Versailles – History’s Most Opulent Palace
Published on 09.21.22Palaces and castles are synonymous with nobility and wealth. For hundreds of years, the nobles and royals throughout Europe constructed some of the most lavish...
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The History of the Crepe
Published on 06.29.22Nearly every culture seems to lay a claim on the invention of some kind of pancake, a meal made from a liquid batter that is...
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Celebrating the Most Famous Cheeses in France
Published on 06.01.22June 4th is National Cheese Day! Cheese is one of the most popular foods in the world – here in America, we consumed about 40...
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France’s Most Popular Wine Regions
Published on 03.23.22Winemaking in Europe goes back thousands of years and has been part of popular culture since the time of the ancient Greeks! Of all the...
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Stone Circles and Druidic Traditions
Published on 10.13.21Throughout Europe, but especially in the UK and Ireland, mysterious stone circles of various sizes can be found. Many of these can be traced back...
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French Pastries to Sink Your Teeth Into
Published on 08.18.21With patisseries and cafes seemingly everywhere, you’re never too far away from a tasty French pastry when traveling in France! Pastries have been a part...
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The Fragonard Perfume Museum in Paris
Published on 02.17.21Perfumes and fragrances have been a part of human culture since ancient times. These days, however, some of the most famous perfume brands hail from...
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Visiting Nice – Jewel of the French Riviera
Published on 02.03.21With sunshine and mild weather year-round, it is said that Nice is to Paris what Los Angeles is to New York City. This extends to...
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Travel Movies to Keep the Wanderlust Spirit Alive
Published on 01.13.21What does it mean to have the wanderlust spirit? Wanderlust is often used to describe the overwhelming urge some people get to travel. It’s a...
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