Tag: Paris
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Moret-sur-Loing: The Impressionist Town an Hour from Paris
Moret-sur-Loing, just over an hour from Paris, is one of the most intact medieval towns in the Île-de-France. Here is what to see, how to get there, and why Alfred Sisley painted it more than 400 times.
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The Eiffel Tower at Golden Hour: A Practical Guide
Few sights in Paris match the Eiffel Tower from the banks of the Seine at golden hour. Here is exactly when to go, where to stand, and how to make the most of it.
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Why Monet Painted Étretat’s Cliffs Over 50 Times
The chalk cliffs of Étretat in Normandy inspired Monet to paint them more than 50 times. Here is what to see, how to get there, and when to visit.
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What Really Happens in France on Bastille Day
What France really does on 14 July — from firemen’s balls to village feasts and 30,000 fireworks — plus get free France stories in our newsletter.
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Best Towns and Villages to Retire in France for Americans (2026)
Discover the best towns to retire in France for Americans — from affordable Dordogne villages to sunny Languedoc cities with excellent healthcare.
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Banking in France for Americans: How to Open an Account and Manage Your Money (2026)
A practical guide for Americans on opening a bank account in France, transferring money, understanding FATCA, and choosing the right bank in 2026.
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How the French Spend Sunday: A National Ritual
Sunday in France is different. Quieter streets, slower mornings, shops with their shutters down. The French don’t treat Sunday as a day to catch up on errands. They treat it as a day to live well. Across France, millions of people observe the same weekly rituals. These aren’t old-fashioned habits. They are a living tradition…
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How to Travel France by Train: A Practical Planning Guide
Learn how to travel France by train — from TGV routes and booking tips to Paris stations and scenic journeys. A practical guide for visitors.
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What the French Are Really Doing When They Sit at a Café for Two Hours
Discover what French people really do when they sit at a café for hours — the unspoken rules of the terrasse, the art of watching, and why lingering is never wasted time — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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Why Paris Has Had the Same Booksellers Along the Seine for Five Hundred Years
Discover the ancient green-box booksellers who have lined the Seine for 500 years, survived every ban, and earned UNESCO status — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.