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.
Why Traveling Abroad After 55 is a Must—Before It’s “Too Late” I first traveled abroad the summer before my senior year at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. “Europe-on-$5-a-Day” was the rage with college students
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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Before “lockdown,” IS Aix-en-Provence French language classes and Cook’n with Class Uzès quickly filled their summer spaces. Now, you can join these French class favorites from
I’m off ! With my son driving and my daughter-in-law in the front seat, I’m making yet another trip back and forth to my new
Saint Jean du Gard I’ve never visited the Cevennes other than in Autumn, but it’s definitely the time and the place to go, especially on
Lyon, France is famous for its bouchon restaurants. In the States we might call the fare "home cooking."
Why Americans are choosing to retire in France is a question that is getting a lot of attention. I can give you my #1 reason:
Passing through Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris can be a daunting experience for even the most seasoned traveler. On my last trip, I noted
There’s nothing like going to Nice for your birthday and finding out there’s a party going on! Welcome to the
“Art Imitates Life” in France
Yesterday I left for Nice from Uzès for the 2019 Memories Tour of the south of France. Patricia Sands beat
The red hills of Roussillon are an inspiration for artists, but I had no idea how many famous authors came
