Difficulty: Intermediate
France
You can get away from it all just an hour away from Paris by visiting Sandra's alternative accommodation in Arbonne-la-Forêt. You can choose between a tree house or a cottage in the heart of the forest and enjoy the wildlife. There's no public lighting, so the animals won't be disturbed.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Sarah takes us to some little hidden gems in the heart of Paris with streets tucked in quiet, charming neighborhoods that feel like the countryside. It's possible to enjoy a corner of paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the capital without ever leaving the city.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sarah presents the Victor Hugo House on the Rue des Vosges in Paris. This prolific writer, playwright, and poet spent time there before being exiled to the Channel Island of Guernsey.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Serge Amoruso is an artisan extraordinaire who makes exquisite leather goods, from high-end bags to more artistic objects. Each piece is unique and takes anywhere from six months to two years to make.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Simon and Alice are fighting about the household chores. Who is doing what? That's a good question!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
France
Simon and his mother are making pain perdu (literally "lost bread") or French toast. Listen to their conversation as they putter around the kitchen. In the process, you will learn a wealth of kitchen-related vocabulary.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Meet Tsuki, an adorable, playful dog who loves to play with the cats, even though the feeling isn't always mutual...
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Simon and his mother continue their chat about dogs. They get annoyed with irresponsible dog owners and are pleased with the fact that dogs are now allowed in some stores.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
It's a beautiful day out, so Simon and Marion decide to go for a long walk. As they live in Paris, there's no shortage of things they can do along the way.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Simon and Marion want to visit a museum and are trying to figure out the best option. Which one will they choose?
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Slimane declares his love for the person who makes his heart beat faster, hoping to convince her that the difficulties in their relationship pale in comparison to the intensity of his feelings.
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sophie-SongJa Lévy takes us into her music workshop, SongJa Flûtes. She is a transverse flute (concert flute) specialist who will show you the different parts of the instrument and teach you a few technical terms.
Difficulty: Newbie
France
Sophie and Edmée discuss what they like and dislike about bananas.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Sophie and Edmée are studying medicine together. They share their thoughts on what led them down that path and what lies ahead for them.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Sophie and Edmée tell us what they have for breakfast besides the traditional croissant or pain au chocolat.
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Sophie and Edmée didn't do much last night but are both very tired. Let's find out why!
Difficulty: Newbie
France
Sophie and Edmée are comparing their experience with cell phone addiction. Edmée's dad is even worse than she is!
Difficulty: Beginner
France
Sophie and Edmée talk about welcoming the first days of spring and the promise of warmer days that brighten people's moods.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
France
In this video, Patrice and Sophie pretend to be a realtor and prospective tenant looking at an apartment in Montmartre. Before they go up to the apartment, Patrice tells Sophie about the neighborhood, which she doesn't know very well.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
France
Patrice is feeling down because he lost his job under difficult and unfair circumstances. He discusses his options with Sophie, who tries her best to cheer him up.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice share their impressions of Paris under a gray sky. They say that the multiple shades of gray make Paris all the more beautiful. Even the old buildings blackened by years of grime add texture and beauty, but they concede that a good clean-up is sometimes necessary.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice discuss the weather as they shop at the market on a miserable winter day. Sophie detests the cold and the rain whereas Patrice doesn't mind at all!
Difficulty: Intermediate
France
Sophie and Patrice talk about growing old in Paris. They both agree that it's tough for the elderly in Paris and that they would rather spend their golden years somewhere else.
Difficulty: Advanced
France
Patrice and Sophie have a conversation in one of the many little parks that dot the Paris landscape.
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