A guidebook can show you where to go, a language guide what to say when you get there. But only ” Speak the Culture: France” will lead you to a nation`s soul. This easy to use cultural companion considers how it feels to have grown up with Flaubert, Cezanne & Bardot; it captures the flavours of French regional cuisine, paints the colour of festival life & delves deep into the Gallic psyche. Through exploring the people, movements & the lifestyles that have shaped the French experience, you will come to an intimate understanding of France & the French. This is not a travel guide or a manual on living in France. It`s a superbly designed, informed & engaging insight into French life & culture & who the French really are. ...

France in the Unusual Hotels series by Jonglez is a mesmerizing showcase of unconventional accommodations for all budgets that will make your stay a truly memorable one. The selection presented in this guide ranges from a tents hanging from a tree, an igloo & a lighthouse to a glass pyramids, a gypsy caravan, a red cube in the middle of the countryside & much more. The fully illustrated book offers & introduction to the place highlighting what is special about it & what not to miss. Price range & contact details are included as well as a few suggestions on what to do in the area, all accompanied by reference road maps. All budgets & styles are covered, from a 14th Century watchtower converted into a self-catering flat, a stay in an exceptional historic monument or a troglodyte accommodation to a leap into the past with a charming 1930s barge or a Renaissance guest chamber. Colour photographs feature for each entry making this book not only an informative read but also a great armchair journey around the France & its countryside to discover the most unusual & amazing places. ...

France: Ways of St James to Compostela Map from the IGN presents an overview of all the routes across France taken by pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela & the tomb of the apostle St James
- the greatest of all goals for thousands of pilgrims in Europe during the Middle Ages. The map was prepared by the IGN & the Association de Coopération Interrégionale “ Les chemins de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle”. The routes are clearly marked on a base which uses IGN’s general road map of the country. The overprint differentiates between main & alternative pilgrimage routes, & indicates principal starting points such as Vézeley, Le Puy or Arles, as well as important crossroads. Colour-coded symbols, cross-referenced to lists provided in the accompanying information, mark locations of various churches & other cultural heritage linked to the Compostela theme, including UNESCO World Heritage sites, places mentioned by Aymeri Picaud in the 12th century, etc. Map legend for the road map & the overprint

Includes:: English. The map also

Includes:: panels showing the Camino de Santiago routes across northern Spain & Portugal as well as in the whole of Europe, lists of sites highlighted on the map, plus extensive additional text on the history of pilgrimages, etc. All the text here is in French. Current edition of this title was published in June 2013. To see the list of currently available titles in this series please click on the series link.




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France in Cadogan’s Working & Living guide series; targeted at those who are moving abroad to live & work. The guides provide an unrivalled wealth of expert legal & financial advice & guidance on tackling red tape. They examine & recommend the best places to live & work, incorporating both places in the city & in the countryside, in addition to discussing the benefits & pitfalls of employment, going freelance or starting your own business. Written by authors who have lived & worked in each country, they also offer the personal experiences of people who have already overcome the challenges of emigrating. Individual titles have the same structure guiding readers through the emigration process. Extensive introductory chapters help acquaint readers with the country, with information such as climate, geography & history in addition to comprehensive profiles of each region. A Chapter on the country ‘today’ illuminates issues such as the major political parties, religion, major media & food & wine. There are also dedicated chapters on First Steps – including the reasons for emigrating to the country & how to get there – & Red Tape, covering issues such as visas, permits & paperwork, tax, residency requirements, administrative departments & citizenship. ...

France 1626 Replica Map by the Old Map Company is a reproduction of the map created for the famous atlas of the period by the master map maker John Speede Esq. The Old Map Company has recreated the antique maps of British counties, European cities & World countries originally crafted by master map maker John Speede Esq. whose work had accuracy & quality not surpassed for centuries. Each map is treated & presented on specially crafted paper then h&-treated giving it texture & an aged appearance before being beautifully engraved & detailed. ...

France road map at 1:1, 100, 000, double-sided & printed on paper. The map is one of the four annually updated road maps of France from the IGN providing the clearest distinction between charge-free & toll motorways. Presentation is designed to highlight the motorway network, shown with junction numbers indicating full or partial interchanges & toll barriers. Other roads are graded according to their width & the number of lanes. Driving distances are indicated throughout. Topography is shown by relief shading, with main peaks & mountain passes, plus the boundaries of national/regional parks. The maps have latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 1 ...

France road map at 1:1, 100, 000, double-sided & printed on waterproof & tear-resistant plastic. The map is one of the four annually updated road maps of France from the IGN providing the clearest distinction between charge-free & toll motorways. Presentation is designed to highlight the motorway network, shown with junction numbers indicating full or partial interchanges & toll barriers. Other roads are graded according to their width & the number of lanes. Driving distances are indicated throughout. Topography is shown by relief shading, with main peaks & mountain passes, plus the boundaries of national/regional parks. The maps have latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 1 ...

France road map at 1:1, 000, 000, showing the whole country on one side & printed on paper. The map is one of the four annually updated road maps of France from the IGN providing the clearest distinction between charge-free & toll motorways. Presentation is designed to highlight the motorway network, shown with junction numbers indicating full or partial interchanges & toll barriers. Other roads are graded according to their width & the number of lanes. Driving distances are indicated throughout. Topography is shown by relief shading, with main peaks & mountain passes, plus the boundaries of national/regional parks. The maps have latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 1 ...

France road map at 1:1, 000, 000, showing the whole country on one side & printed on waterproof & tear-resistant plastic. The map is one of the four annually updated road maps of France from the IGN providing the clearest distinction between charge-free & toll motorways. Presentation is designed to highlight the motorway network, shown with junction numbers indicating full or partial interchanges & toll barriers. Other roads are graded according to their width & the number of lanes. Driving distances are indicated throughout. Topography is shown by relief shading, with main peaks & mountain passes, plus the boundaries of national/regional parks. The maps have latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 1 ...

Covering the worlds of culture & history, the dernier cri in fashion & cuisine, what's hot/what's not, day trips, night life, & all the memorable sites--from gay Paree to Mont-St-Michel--that has made, & keeps, France as one of Europe's most popular destination, this edition delivers non-fail super-trips to France-bound travelers, whether beginner or veteran.
Expanded Coverage: With its eternally upbeat tempo, Paris is dedicated to change--and this is especially reflected in the wide array of new reviews we've included for dining, shops, & clubs.
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Features: As the most picturesque country in Europe, France deserves an album of perfect pictures & our updated guide offers 12 thrillingly cinematique

Features: Versailles' splendors, Provence's Lavender Route, the wine cellars of Champagne, Mont-St-Michel's medieval glory, Lyon's top restaurants, the Loire Valley's fabled chateaux, Burgundy's top vineyards, a mini-guide to culinary Riviera, plus another 4 special photo sections.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: For both practical expertise & cultural background Fodor's France fits the bill, from hands-on, detail-packed Getting Here & Around sections (all about traveling by car, bus, & train) to in-depth Eating & Drinking Well spotlights that bring readers up to speed on the best in food & wine.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's France offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth"es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
PULLOUT MAP: A handy take-along map of Paris provides added value, giving travelers essential information about top attractions, walking tours, & nearby dining so they can travel with complete confidence.
Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their France stay with complete confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.









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