The Importance of Saying Bonjour: A Guide to Speaking French in France

If you’re contemplating a school trip to France anytime soon, there are a few key phrases you should probably learn. ‘Bonjour’, ‘merci’ and ‘un café...

The Art of Cheese: A Guide for Teachers and Students

Is there anything quite so varied and wonderful as cheese to delight a food-loving visitor to Europe? French cheese, in particular, is like a melody...

On Sketching

Traveling in a new place can be an overwhelming experience. I was reminded of this fact on a recent holiday in Andalusia. When you see...

Slow-Cooker Poulet Basquaise [Recipe]

I have never seen a slow-cooker sold in France, which is why I hold on to mine like a little treasure. It seems like such...

Paris for Art Lovers

If you’re a real lover of art, whether you’ve been to Paris before or not, it can be hard to know just how to see...

The Ghosts of Venice Past

It’s not only during Carnival season that the magic of Venice’s past comes alive before our eyes. For those who know how to listen, stories...

Discovering Andalusia

Although Tour Managers are usually the experts, sometimes we too travel into unfamiliar territory and get to feel the delight of discovering a place for...

Eating Out in France – A Guide for Students and Teachers

More than just a national pastime, eating in France is also a skill. More specifically, choosing a restaurant based on the menu displayed outside and...

Holiday Traditions in France: A Merry French Christmas

Una Dimitrijevic is an ACIS Tour Manager that lives in Lille, France. She holds degrees from The University of Cambridge and Sciences Po Paris, and when she's...