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Join Us in France Travel Podcast

How to Plan for a Leisurely Trip to France

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

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

4.61K Ratings

🗓️ 23 March 2025

⏱️ 49 minutes

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Summary

Ever wondered how to plan a leisurely trip to France? In "How to Plan a Leisurely Trip to France with Carol Handel," host Annie Sargent explores the art of slow travel with guest Carol Handel from Sydney, Australia. Together, they dive into the joys of taking your time to explore France's charming destinations.

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Carol shares her journey from meticulous trip planning to creating her blog, French Views. She offers insights into selecting the perfect locations for a week-long stay, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in local culture. Discover tips for cycling through picturesque landscapes like Provence and the Pyrenees, and learn how to bring your own bike for a familiar, reliable ride.

Annie and Carol discuss the thrill of experiencing the Tour de France in person. Carol provides practical advice on finding the best viewing spots and enjoying local festivities. They also delve into the logistics of traveling with bikes, including renting a van and finding accommodations with essential amenities.

For those who love Paris, Carol reveals her favorite arrondissements and hidden gems. Her blog features detailed guides, offering a unique perspective on the city's allure. Throughout the episode, Annie and Carol emphasize the importance of slow travel, encouraging listeners to savor each experience and connect with France's culture and people.

Join Annie and Carol as they explore the hidden gems of France and the art of slow travel. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your first trip, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Subscribe to Join Us in France for more immersive travel experiences and tips on making the most of your French adventure.

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0:00.0

This is Join us in France, episode 538.

0:21.6

Hello, I'm Annie Sargent and join us in France, episode 538. 538.

0:28.3

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.

0:32.1

Today, I bring you a conversation with Carol Handel about how to plan a leisurely trip to France. Carol shares her

0:40.0

insights on starting a blog, selecting charming places to visit, and the joys of slow travel.

0:46.8

Whether you're curious about the best cycling routes, enjoying French markets or practical

0:51.9

tips for watching the Tour de France, this episode is packed

0:55.2

with valuable advice for planning your next French adventure. This podcast is supported by donors

1:01.5

and listeners who buy my tours and services, including my itinerary consult service, my GPS

1:07.7

self-guided tours of Paris on the voice map app,

1:11.5

or take a day trip with me around the southwest of France in my electric car.

1:15.9

You can browse all of that on my boutique.

1:18.0

Join us in France.com for slash boutique.

1:21.4

And remember, Patreon supporters get the podcast ad-free and as soon as it's ready.

1:26.7

Click on the link in the show notes to enjoy this Patreon reward for as little as $3 per month.

1:32.7

For the magazine part of the podcast, after my chat with Carol today, I'll discuss some fun walks you can take in Paris for those of you who like to roam.

1:52.1

Thank you. for those of you who like to roam. Bonjour, Carol Handel and welcome to join us in France.

1:56.1

And bonsoir, Annie, from Sydney.

1:59.1

It's 7 o'clock in the evening here. Very good. Lovely to talk to you today about your blog and about how to plan a leisurely trip in France. So tell me about this blog that you started and why you decided to start a blog about France?

2:19.1

Yeah, thank you, Annie.

2:20.3

So I guess back in 2009, my husband, Chris and I took a long trip to France.

2:27.2

And I spent a lot of time researching, planning out our trip that was going to take between three and six months.

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