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Category: France

The Science Behind the Magic: Why South of France Wines Are Captivating the World

The Science Behind the Magic: Why South of France Wines Are Captivating the World South of France wines are captivating the world, and it’s easy

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Deborah Bine January 13, 2025

Elegant Dining In France Meets All-You-Can-Eat: Does Decadence Have No Boundaries?

Elegant dining in France meets all-you-can-eat in Narbonne. If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if French fine dining met the concept of an all-you-can-eat

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Deborah Bine January 3, 2025

Christmas Markets in the South of France: A Holiday Tour Near Uzès

The South of France is a wonderland during the holidays, with colorful markets transforming historic settings into scenes from fairytales. This year, I visited Christmas

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Deborah Bine December 24, 2024
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Why U.S. Retirees Prefer the South of France

When I first set foot in southern France, it felt like stepping into another world, steeped in rich traditions, a slower pace, and simple pleasures

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French Footsteps December 12, 2024

A Night at the Nice Opera House: Puccini’s Edgar Through the Artistic Lens of a Friend

If you’re traveling to the French Riviera and looking for cultural experiences, the Nice Opera House is a must-see destination. Recently, I attended Puccini’s Edgar,

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Deborah Bine December 5, 2024

A Second Chance in France: How One American Is Trying Again

While living in Uzès, I’ve met many people whose journeys in France have taken different paths. One is Sandra, a friend who is taking a

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French Footsteps November 30, 2024

Solo Travel for Women: A Story of Facing Fears and Finding Independence

Many of us—me included—have struggled with traveling alone. Solo travel for women can be complicated and scary. This is a story of how a Barefoot

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Deborah Bine November 27, 2024

French Healthcare for American Expats: What You Need to Know

Planning A Move to France? Here’s How the French Healthcare System Works Understanding French healthcare for American expats is essential if you are moving to

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French Footsteps November 21, 2024

My Extraordinary French Healthcare Experience: Why Americans Are Choosing To Retire In France

Why are Americans choosing to retire in France? For me, it’s all about my extraordinary French healthcare experience — affordable, efficient, and life-changing. The Heart

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Deborah Bine November 16, 2024

An American Journey into French Wine Culture

I’m almost reluctant to write about French wines, as I know enough to be dangerous but not trustworthy. Will you bear with me as I cross this threshold with a bit of trepidation?

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Ginny Blackwell November 8, 2024

Franco-Southern Fusion: Life in France With A Southern U.S. Twist

When Cultures Collide Moving from the Carolinas to the South of France was an adventure. But over ten years in, I’ve realized that I’ve created

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Deborah Bine November 2, 2024
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Here’s How Wine is Made in Southern France: Grape Harvest

The Grape Harvest Season in Southern France The grape harvest season, known as the vendanges in France, marks a crucial phase in winemaking. It is

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Deborah Bine October 24, 2024
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The Magic of Tango Nights in Uzès

Tango Nights in Uzès: Music, Movement, and Summer Magic Nothing prepared me for watching starlight tango nights in Uzès, but dancers at the Hôtel de

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Deborah Bine September 29, 2024

Where to Find the Next Best French Wines: A Wine Lover’s Guide to the South of France

France has long been celebrated for its iconic wine regions, such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Rhöne and Loire Valleys. But the question is: where

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Deborah Bine September 20, 2024

Coastal Charm and Red Hills of the Côte d’Azur Road Trip

Exploring the Coastal Charm and Red Hills of the Côte d’Azur As my travel buddy Heidi and I set out for the second day of

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Deborah Bine September 13, 2024
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