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Hi, I'm Kristin. I'm a content creator teaching English in southern France. I'm all about exploring new places, practicing my French and sharing blogging tips. Allez-viens!

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Marseille in the summer😍🔥 I’m often asked,

Marseille in the summer😍🔥 I’m often asked, “where are you traveling next?” And for good reason: This summer I’ve traveled to Prague, St. Tropez, Annecy, Albi and Gordes.

But my answer now is: I’m hanging here. And honestly, I’m happy to stay in Marseille for the next couple months. Marseille in the summer is unbelievably hot but filled with beach days (and nights), sunsets, Bastille Day fireworks, ice cream dates, picnics by the sea and apéros.

Never in my life did I think I’d be living my dreams in southern France in my early 20s. This year has been an absolute blast and blur at the same time. And I wouldn’t trade a single second🥰🥰 Marseille, I’m in love!

BEST THINGS TO DO IN ANNECY, FRANCE⛰️Heading t

BEST THINGS TO DO IN ANNECY, FRANCE⛰️Heading to Annecy for sunshine and a combo of lake + mountain views? Here's a few spots to add to your itinerary:

✅ @brasserie_saintmaurice // Tori and I strolled in all casual and asked for a table for 2. The host told us we were lucky because that’s all they had left since we hadn’t made reservations. And what a luck of the draw because not only was the ambience so summery and tranquil but also the food was fantastic. The charcuterie and cheese board was an art form itself and will reign at the top of my list as one of the best planches I’ve ever tasted.

✅ @palaisdesglacesannecy // I tried multiple ice cream shops in Annecy, but I’m only sharing Le Palais des Glaces because it truly blew me out of the park. Their homemade Snickers flavor made me drool, and the ice cream presentation is top-notch.

✅ Paddle boarding // What’s better than looking at the bluest lake on a sunny day? Getting out on it. Tori and I rented paddle boards for 15 euros an hour right along the shore, and it was magnificent. Photos cannot describe how awe-inspiring this nook of France is, sincerely. If paddle boarding isn’t your thing, there are a plethora of other types of boat rentals right along the shore that will be happy to offer you their services.

For 8 things to do in Annecy, bop over to link in bio with a full city guide😍

#annecy #annecyfrance #annecyfr #annecyguide #easternfrance #hautesavoie #lacdannecy #lakeannecy #expat #expats #expatlife #expatlifestyle #expatblog #expatblogger #expatwoman #expatdiary #expatadventure #tapif #assistantsdelangue #est #microinfluencer #bloggersunder2k #paddleboarding #exploreannecy

💭Where should we go? One of the amazing things

💭Where should we go? One of the amazing things about living in France is having the world at your fingertips. C’mon, thousands of noteworthy destinations within a stone’s throw. And add in having your college pal living in France with you? That means many girls’ weekends to be had.

🛤️So when my friend Tori and I decided we wanted to take another weekend trip, we started spitballing ideas and landed on Annecy, a town of 125,000 in eastern France. Personally, I don’t think you can go wrong with any destination in France, so when Tori made this suggestion, I said sure, let’s go.

☀️And friends, I fell in love with this lake-mountain town with the bluest water and amazing bikeability. Tori and I paddle boarded, ate some of best charcuterie and explored the most darling boutiques.

Link in bio has 8 things to do in Annecy💯

#expatlife #expat #expats #expatliving #expatlifestyle #annecy #annecyfr #annecyfrance #hautesavoie #lakeannecy #lacdannecy #expatdiary #expatdiaries #expatblog #expatbloggers #francetourisme #francetourism #americaninfrance #americansabroad #expatwoman #expatblogger #microinfluencer #cityguide #travelgram #lake

I've seen a heckuva lot of French churches, but if

I've seen a heckuva lot of French churches, but if I'm being honest, my favorite in all of Europe is St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague🙊The stained glass windows and gothic architecture take my breath away.

I spent the past week in Prague and visited this cathedral for the second time. And this trip was a sweet reminder of the power of place. My first time to Prague was in January 2019 on a study abroad trip with my journalism school.

✈️We bopped all over Europe: Prague, Brussels, Barcelona and Rome. (And I squeezed in a day trip to Paris just for kicks!) And it's overwhelming to think about where I was personally on that trip over two years ago. If I'm being honest, I was really insecure and not confident. Hard classes, strained friendships and a breakup had me wanting to just leave.

👋And I did. I left for three weeks, and exploring Europe was exactly what my heart and mind needed. I think we can all relate to those times in our lives where we've tried to be people we simply weren't. But when I'm traveling and exploring and seeking adventure, I feel like myself. Pure, raw, unedited me.

💕And that trip was a sweet reminder of who I've been created to be: brave, daring, curious, social.

🔔And coming back to Prague this past week set off a little bell in my head to celebrate the personal growth that's happened in the past two or three years. And also all the crazy life changes called finishing college, working for some super cool magazines, moving abroad during a pandemic, running around southern France like there's no tomorrow.

I can't say that I know what the future holds. But I'm taking it a day at a time and celebrating what has already been done in my heart and life thus far. Here's to many, many more adventures in this life☀️

#expat #expats #expatliving #expatlifestyle #expatinfrance #expatrié #expatblog #expatblogger #prague #stvitus #stvituscathedral #prague #praguetourism #praguecz #czechrepublic #pragueworld #praguetoday #praguecastle #praguestagram

Helloooooo party people🤘🏼 I wanted to take a

Helloooooo party people🤘🏼 I wanted to take a sec to reintroduce myself to my new insta pals:

👋🏼 my name is Kristin, and I’m an American living in southern France.

👧🏻I taught elementary school English and am now au pairing.

📚I was yearbook co-editor-in-chief for two years in high school.

🤓The first class I didn’t get an A in was a science class all about volcanoes. Still salty about it🌋

💻I started my blog on a snow day during my junior year of high school because my sister’s friend said it was a good idea.

✏️I’m an avid journaler. I start my mornings with reading, meditation and prayer journaling. I love rereading my entries from years ago to see how much I’ve grown and to get a good laugh.

Your turn! Tell me something about your high school self🥰🥰

🚗BEST DAY TRIPS FROM ALBI: Cordes-sur-Ciel

🏰With a population of about 1,000, Cordes-sur-Ciel is sure to charm you with its cobblestone paths and medieval architecture — even the French agree! In 2014, Cordes-sur-Ciel was named Le Village Préféré des Français, or the French’s favorite village.

🚘This village is a short 30-minute drive from Albi, making it an easy day trip. Head up to Les Halles to explore the restaurants around this covered, medieval square. We enjoyed strolling along the streets and poking around the boutiques with handmade jewelry.

👀Get the best views near Place Saint-Michel, where there’s a square that overlooks the sweeping valley. And satisfy your sweet tooth at chocolatier @chocolatsthuries 🍫

For things to do in Albi + best day trips from Albi, bop over to link in bio😎

#albifr #albi #albifrance #cordessurciel #tarn #occitanie #tarntourism #tarntourisme @cordessurcielcitesmedievales #placesaintmichel #cordessurcielfr #cordessurcieltourisme #cordessurcielcitesmedievales #cordessurcieltarn #toulouse #toulousefr #moto #scooter #expatlife #expatlifestyle #expat #expats #expatwoman #expatinfrance #americansabroad #microinfluencer #lightroompresets #adobelightroom

Listen👏 I love all the hustle and bustle that F

Listen👏 I love all the hustle and bustle that French cities have to offer, but hear me out: French villages make my heart flutter. And Albi is no exception.

My friend @kellydrislane lives in this southwestern French village about an hour outside of Toulouse. And I've had the sweet privilege of exploring her new home with her. Here are 3️⃣ stops you don't want to miss on your voyage to Albi:

📌 @lepontiealbi When my friend’s French boyfriend recommended the magret de canard with potatoes at Le Pontié, I obliged. And friends, this duck dish is truly one of the best meals I have ever consumed in France. This regional specialty was cooked the perfection: crusty exterior with a juicy inside. The service was impeccable, and this restaurant sits on a lively square.

📌Cathédrale Saint-Cécile d’Albi. This is the largest brick cathedral in existence. This spot is also Europe’s biggest painted cathedral with nearly 200,000 square feet of frescos and illustrations. I mean, talk about bragging rights.

📌Berbie Palace. Maybe the romance of southwestern France and the princess-medieval vibes were getting to me👸 But all I could think when I visited the Berbie Palace was, This would be the perfect place for a wedding. In any case, these perfectly manicured gardens and red brick buildings made me swoon. This @UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 1200s once served as the bishops’ palace.

Bop over to link in bio for even more things to do in Albi, plus the best day trips from this village.

#albi #albifrance #albifr #lepontie #lepontiealbi #canard #magretdecanard #frenchcuisine #occitanie #tarn #tarntourism #tarntourisme #berbiepalace #unesco #unescoworldheritage #unescoworldheritagesite @france_unesco @unesco_fr #cathedral #cathedrale #occitanietourism #travelblogger #expatliving #expatlifestyle #expatwoman #expatinfrance #expat #expats

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