France Travel Planner

• Survivalist's French Language Course - Oh no! You are heading to France, and you don't know a word of French. No need to panic. With the aid of body language and a handy pad, you can get by if you memorize these ultra-basics during the plane ride over.
• France's Bad Side - You should be prepared for the bad, the ugly and the smelly before your visit, especially if you've never been to France. Here are all the gory and gruesome details about France's bad side.
• The French Schedule - If you arrive in France, you might be coping with more than jet lag when it comes to timing. You will also discover that dining, shopping and sightseeing must bend to the French schedule. Instead of fighting it, surrender to the French time-table.
• Wearing Sneakers in France - Find out if it is acceptible to wear sneakers in France, or whether you will just stand out as a tourist.
• Tipping in France - Sitting at the terrace of a sidewalk cafe in Paris and sipping on a Perrier while watching passers-by is a pleasure many travelers promise themselves to experience when they are in Paris. But with the check comes the question: to tip or not to tip?
• How to Order Coffee in France - French cafés serve some of the world's best coffee, but each of us has our own preferences and a language barrier could prevent you from ordering the right coffee on the menu. If you can't have caffeine, this could be even more crucial.

Index: France Travel Planner

1. Start Planning Your Trip to France
2. Where to Go in France
3. When to Go to France
4. Getting Around France
5. Where to Stay in France
6. Surviving Your Trip to France
7. France Budget Travel
8. Packing Tips