In Love with the French Alps, Episode 464

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

Places & Travel, Society & Culture, History

4.8 • 1.1K Ratings

🗓️ 22 October 2023

⏱️ 66 minutes

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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.

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0:00.0	And the This is, join us in France, episode 464.
0:17.0	464.
0:21.0	484.
0:22.0	4 4. Bonjure, I'm Annie. 64. 4thous Saint Joac Saint-Quaix.
0:23.0	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sergeant and join us in France is the podcast where we talk about France.
0:29.0	Everyday life in France, great places to visit in France, French culture, history,
0:35.0	castronomy and news related to travel to France.
0:38.6	Today I bring you a trip report with Robin and Raymond
0:42.4	about their love for the French Alps.
0:45.2	They love an adventure and the Alps deliver.
0:49.2	Their favorite thing on this trip was parasailing. They explain why to them? Snowboarding is better in the Alps
0:56.9	than anywhere else they've tried and they've tried a lot of places. But if you don't parasail sale or a snowboard, you should listen anyway because they have wonderful tips about visiting that part of France in general and they have so much energy.
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1:36.0	I want to confirm that there will be a 2024 boot camp in Toulouse.
1:40.8	It will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 11th, 2024 next year and will end at 9.30 p.m. on Sunday, May 19th. So if you'd like to participate, you should be in to lose between May 10th and May 20th.
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