Join Us in France Travel Podcast
Society & Culture:Places & Travel
In this episode, seasoned travelers Robin and Raymond take listeners on an exhilarating journey through the French Alps. With Robin's expertise as a middle school French teacher and Raymond's multiple visits to the area, they share invaluable tips for a 10-day trip that promises adventure and culture. Starting with a heart-pounding paragliding experience off Le Brévent, they emphasize the importance of safety and share their awe at the stunning views. Snowboarding on the glaciers of La Vallée Blanche is another highlight, where they stress the need for hiring guides and making advanced bookings.
The couple also dives into the local culture, enthusing over street music and the Poil O'Brass Band, an unexpected delight on a Saturday. For skiing or snowboarding, Robin and Raymond advocate for ICON and EPIC passes, sharing how their $60 upgrade reaped benefits worth hundreds of dollars. Foodies will appreciate their dining experience at Bivouac, where Chef Chris serves up both culinary delights and homemade wildflower liqueur.
A multicultural encounter on a gondola ride adds another layer to their adventure, and they cap off the episode with practical tips on border control, local etiquette, and busting myths about the cost of travel in France. Whether you're into thrills, food, or cultural experiences, this episode is a comprehensive guide to making the most of your trip to the French Alps.
Table of Contents for this Episode
Surviving Paris for Newbies, Episode 456
France for Bookworms, Episode 455
Adventures of a Solo Woman in Marseille, Episode 454
Why Life in France is Awful, Episode 453
Canadian WW2 Normandy Sites, Episode 452
Why Life in France Is Wonderful
From Bordeaux to Marseille via Andorra, Episode 450
Exploring the Aude Department, Episode 449
In Search of Joan of Arc in the Loire Valley, Episode 448
First Frame: The Revolutionary Lumière Brothers, Episode 447
Languedoc-Roussillon: A Journey Through One of France's Hidden Gem, Episode 446
France Bootcamp 2023 Report, Episode 445
D-Day Anniversary Visit to Normandy, Episode 444
Flight Path: Charting the History of Aviation in Toulouse, Episode 443
Mediterranean Cruise, a Trip Report
Jean Jaurès and Castres his Birthplace, Episode 441
Budget Family Travel in France, Episode 440
Revolutionary Feminist: Exploring the Life and Legacy of Olympe de Gouges
In Search of Josephine Baker in France, Episode 438
Baron Haussmann and the Transformation of Paris, Episode 437
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