Author: Love France
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The Filles du Roi: The 800 French Women Who Built Canada
The Filles du Roi were 800 women sent by King Louis XIV to New France between 1663 and 1673. Almost every French-Canadian today descends from one of them. Discover who they were, where in France they came from, and how to find your own Fille du Roi ancestor.
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French Words That Perfectly Capture Life in France
From dépaysement to apéro, these are the French words and phrases that visitors remember long after they leave. Here is what they mean and why they matter when you visit France.
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Paris vs Provence: Which Part of France Should You Visit First?
Paris or Provence — which part of France should you visit first? A practical guide to help you choose between city grandeur and rural bliss.
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French Surnames of Anjou and Perche: The Provinces That Built New France
Discover the origins and meanings of French surnames from Anjou and Perche — the historic provinces that sent thousands of settlers to New France and Quebec.
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When France Stops Being a Holiday and Starts Being Home
There is a moment when France shifts from a place you visit to a place that lives inside you. Here is what creates that feeling, and which corners of France leave people most unable to let go.
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Colmar, France Travel Guide: What to See, Do and Eat in Alsace’s Prettiest Town
Plan your visit to Colmar, Alsace with this complete travel guide. What to see, eat, and do in one of France’s most beautiful small towns, including Petite Venise and the Unterlinden Museum.
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French Surnames of Île-de-France: Origins, Meanings and Family Heritage
Discover the most common French surnames from Île-de-France and Paris — their meanings, origins, and how they travelled to Canada and Louisiana. A guide for anyone tracing French ancestry.
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Normandy, France: The Complete Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
Plan your Normandy trip with this complete travel guide covering the D-Day beaches, Étretat chalk cliffs, Bayeux Tapestry, Mont-Saint-Michel, local food, and best time to visit.
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The Loire Valley Châteaux: How France’s Kings Built a Royal Playground
For 200 years, France’s kings built their palaces in the Loire Valley. Discover the story of Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise, and the women who shaped them.
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The French Alps Travel Guide: Chamonix, Annecy and Mont Blanc
Plan your French Alps holiday with this complete travel guide. Chamonix, Annecy, Mont Blanc, best times to visit, and practical tips for American travellers.
