What are common customs an American should know of when traveling to Paris, France?

In about a month, I will be traveling to Paris for about 10 days. I know basic French from a class I took, and I’ll definitely make sure to make communication as easy as possible, but I’m more interested in things like etiquette, hand gestures, etc. What should I avoid doing so as not to [...]

What is the most economical way to get from Marseille to Paris?

I am traveling from Marseille to Lille to Paris to Turin to Venice to Florence to Rome.

How do you read a street address in france?

I am traveling to France soon and will be using a GPS unit to find my way around but confused by their addresses. What is the format for proper entry of information to a GPS unit. Here in the US it is easy but I just do not know how to read their addresses!

What is the best way to rent a mobile phone that will work in France/Spain?

I’m going to be traveling in the south of France and into Spain in September and would like to have a mobile phone (I’m traveling from the United States). I would probably need the phone only for 8 days or so. It would need to work in both countries. Any suggestions?

What are the top ten fun items to bring to Paris?

My friend is traveling to Paris over spring break and before she leaves I want to make her a little survival kit of sorts of "things you should have when in paris." For example, When traveling in paris it is important to have the classic little black dress; a disposable camera; etc… Any ideas?

How can I make my trip to Paris memorable?

I am traveling to Paris in 2 days. Is there anything, anyone has to recommend me to do that might make the trip more memorable?

How does a US citizen get a visa to France for a short trip?

At the beginning of June, I will be traveling to Paris, France for 5 days. My passport has been valid/issued since July 2009, however I have never been out of the country yet. Is a visa required to enter France, and if so, how/where do I get one? I did not plan trip with any [...]

What are the easy ways to travel from Nice to Lille in France?

We would be visiting France as a group of Indian students. We need to travel from Nice to Lille. Is there any other economic ways of traveling except by air?

What are the best music festivals in Paris over the summer?

Looking at traveling to Paris for a short time June-August time. Just wondered if anyone knew of some good music festivals? Preferably lasting a few days?

What is the cheapest and most convienent method of public transportation in France?

I am traveling To Paris, Nice, and Lyon. (Only in France) What is a cheap (emphasis on the cheap) way to travel. What are SPECIFIC methods of transportation, (e.g. Eurorail, Europass, Francerail, ) or if busses what types of busses? i need wesites and specific details people!

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