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Night at the Museums

Three museums in four hours?  And all for free?  Oh yeah, baby!  It hadn’t even been a week of living in Europe, but I hit up La Nuit des Musées (Night at the Museums) with several friends.  On this night hundreds of museums open for free in France and several other countries, and this day only comes once a year.  And I’ve never experienced anything quite like it! Musée des Augustins Step into a world from centuries ago with its medieval, chateau-like architecture.  This museum showcases statues, sculptures and a beautiful courtyard.  Swantje, Caroline and I enjoyed the craft set...

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How to Pack for a Summer in France

It’s only three months, but at the same time, it’s three freakin’ months!  Packing for a summer abroad can be both harder and easier than just a week-long vacation.  What can I buy once I arrive?  What can I not live without for three months?  Will I even know where to buy nail polish remover once I get there?  The most important thing is to start early so you have time to make several trips to the store and figure out what can stay and what can go.  I’m living in France this summer and want to share how...

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A Brief Guide to PARIS

After spending several days in Paris, I absolutely fell in the love with the city, the atmosphere, the culture, and the language.  However, in a huge city with millions of people, it can be quite overwhelming to visit.  Here is one of the most concise guides to Paris you’ll find: Food & Drink On my detour to Versailles, I jumped out of my comfort zone and tried some escargots.  My eyes betrayed me; their bizarre green appearance scared me a bit, but I actually enjoyed them.  I even tried them again while in Paris the next day!  Also while...

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Hey there, I'm Kristin, a Missouri girl living and working in southern France. I love planning weekend trips, sharing my best expat tips and sipping iced coffee.

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