Corsica Revealed: Rich Culture, Cuisine, and Stunning Landscapes

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

History, Art, Lifestyle, Travel, Paris, Places & Travel, Culture, Tour, Language, Monuments, Society & Culture, Visit, France

4.6 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 13 April 2025

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

Thinking of exploring a French island that's wild, beautiful, and full of surprises? In this episode of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast, titled Corsica Revealed: Rich Culture, Cuisine, and Stunning Landscapes, host Annie Sargent chats with tour guide Jean-François Sénéchal about his favorite island—Corsica.

Jean-François lives in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, near Nice, but he has deep Corsican roots. His mother was born on the island, and his grandmother ran a hotel in Calvi. Today, he takes visitors on immersive, small-group tours around Corsica. In this episode, he shares what makes Corsica so unique, from its wild coastline and pristine beaches to its hilltop villages and proud local culture.

Want to know the best time to visit Corsica? What to eat and drink? Where to go for the most scenic drives, wine tastings, or quiet moments? This conversation has you covered. Annie and Jean-François discuss Corsican history, Corsican independence, why the locals are famously prickly, and why you absolutely need a car to enjoy the island.

They talk about stops like Calvi, Corte, Ajaccio, Bonifacio, and the Cap Corse. You'll also hear about local specialties like brocciu cheese, figatellu sausage, and cédrat liqueur.

If you're dreaming of a trip to Corsica, or just want to hear about one of France's most fascinating regions, this episode is for you.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. Whether you're planning your first trip to France or your tenth, Join Us in France brings you expert advice, local insights, and engaging stories every week.

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0:00.0	This is Join Us in France, episode 541. 541.
0:21.8	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent, and join us in France is the podcast where we take a conversational journey through the beauty, culture and flavors of France.
0:31.0	Today I bring you a conversation with Jean-Francois-Sinichal about the enchanting island of Corsica,
0:38.7	discover the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes,
0:42.2	and hidden gems of this Mediterranean paradise
0:45.2	through the eyes of a seasoned tour guide.
0:48.2	From ancient history to mouth-watering cuisine,
0:52.3	you won't want to miss the insider stories and travel tips that make
0:55.8	Corsica a must-visit destination.
0:59.0	This podcast is supported by donors and listeners who buy my tours and services, including my
1:04.3	itinerary consult service, my GPS self-guided tours of Paris on the Voice map app or take a day trip with me around the
1:12.8	southwest of France in my electric car. You can browse all of that at my boutique.
1:17.4	Join us in France.com forward slash boutique. And remember, Patreon supporters get the podcast ad-free
1:25.3	and as soon as it's ready.
1:33.6	Click on the link in the show notes to enjoy this Patreon reward for as little as $3 a month.
1:39.1	For the magazine part of the podcast, after my chat with Jean-François today, I'll discuss la foire du tron.
1:41.6	The fair of the throne, you say?
1:44.2	Yes, I will explain.
1:46.0	And also, let's talk about the holidays coming up in May in France,
1:50.7	and also a voice map review that makes me a little sad.
1:55.3	Thank you. Hello, Jean-Francois Seneschal, and welcome to join us in France.
2:09.6	Hello, Annie.
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