Destination: Fécamp, France

During my first year as an assistante, I did a considerable amount of traveling not just throughout Europe, but within France itself. More specifically, I spent the first two months traveling extensively throughout the Upper Normandy region, where I was based. From cities to villages, I saw as much as I could, all the while taking in … Continue reading Destination: Fécamp, France

Destination: Lyon, France (OFII edition)

Bonjour! Situated in central-east France, Lyon is a lively, thriving city of some 500,000 people and amazing scenery along its two rivers, the Saône and Rhône. The third-largest city in France behind Paris and Marseille, the city of Lyon is famous for its gastronomy and numerous sites and monuments that are sure to keep you … Continue reading Destination: Lyon, France (OFII edition)

Destination: Vernon, France

Upon hearing of Vernon, you might wonder just where this place is. Or maybe you've heard of it in-passing, since its train station is a popular stop for tourists on their way to Giverny, located about five kilometers away, for a visit to Monet's house and gardens as a day trip from Paris. Whichever way … Continue reading Destination: Vernon, France