Adventures of the Barefoot blogger
Welcome! I’m Deborah, an American expat who has called the charming town of Uzès, France, home for nearly a decade. Through this website, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey as I share my experiences and insights from this beautiful corner of the world.
Navigating Charles de Gaulle Airport can feel overwhelming—even for experienced travelers. These 8 Charles de Gaulle Airport tips (aka CDG Airport tips) will help you breeze through CDG with ease and confidence. Tip #1: Stopover
The Barefoot Blogger shares over 10 years of inspiring personal stories and enriching experiences across France. Exploring both renowned landmarks and hidden treasures through the eyes of an American expat who has embraced life in this captivating country. Be prepared to fall in love with France all over again.
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Lyon hides some of its best features out of sight, behind closed doors.
Autumn South of France How do you spend an autumn South of France? I visit Les Beaux Villages, browse through brocante stores and outdoor markets,
I love it for someone who has never spent much time in Marseille! I jumped to join a cooking class in Marseille with Gilles Conchy
With all the cold, rainy weather in winter, I enjoy looking back at some of summer's favorite places. Enjoy the city side of Nice and think about sunny days
There’s nothing like going to Nice to find out there’s a party going on! Welcome to the World of Carnaval in Nice Nice is where
The first time I saw lavender fields in the South of France, I wasn’t prepared for my reaction. I pulled my car to the side
My first house guest came to visit recently. During her two-day stay, my college-aged friend and I saw some of
My French life doesn’t always go as planned. I thought I would take a short visit to the States, Now
Looks like lots of folks are thinking about moving to France. First, the visa. This post was #1 among blog
This summer I was invited to a bullfight in Nimes. Visions of bulls, matadors and swinging red capes have been
