by John Elkhoury | Sep 11, 2014 | Life in France, Paris
You don’t fool Parisians when you walk around Paris with a huge camera slung around your neck, consulting your map every five seconds. We know you’re lost, we know you don’t belong. I’ll be honest, tourists are treated differently in Paris –...
by John Elkhoury | Jun 12, 2014 | Life in France
The best way to practice your French and experience French culture is to venture abroad and see the beautiful country in person. However I’ve heard of people who spent THOUSANDS to visit France for a meager 7 to 10 day period. Ridiculous. Here’s how to...
by John Elkhoury | Jan 4, 2014 | French Culture, Life in France
Take some time and think about the stereotypical French person. He’s a rude Parisian with a thick mustache donning a striped tee-shirt and beret. He’s smoking a cigarette while sitting at a café. His long baguette remains close-by so he could sample the...
by John Elkhoury | Aug 5, 2012 | French Culture, Life in France, Paris, Visit Paris
Is Paris overrated? Paris is often known for its history, art and culture, French gastronomy, famous monuments, and love. I know this is a French based website which promotes the French language, however, I do dare pose the question : is Paris overrated? Just so you...
by John Elkhoury | Jun 20, 2012 | Life in France
French (political) geography is a subject matter in which many students fall flat on. It’s truly a shame when I talk to another French learner and share my experiences about where I’ve been only to witness a blank expression on their face… This...
