"Bienvenue en France" France by Elainehead

France Travel Guide: 68,504 reviews and 147,929 photos

I've never thought I'd ever come to France, but then...I'm here now! I had a terrible idea of French people with all those stereotypes...and I opened my mind when I finally met one in person.

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Intro Written Jan 24, 2003
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Say: Cheese! Local Customs (8)

When people take a photo in France, they say "ouistiti" (pronounce "wistiti") Ouistiti = marmoset. more travel advice

Beach Life Local Customs (8)

Topless sunbathing is considered acceptable on the beaches of France. Even though a lot of French women frequently... more travel advice

Labor Day Tradition Local Customs (8)

On May 1st, people buy bunches of muguet (Lily of the Valley) from street vendors (exceptionally on this day, vendors... more travel advice

Yellow and White Pages in France Favorites (3)

Yellow Pages = Pages Jaunes White Pages = Pages Blanches In English: http://www.pagesjaunes.fr/pj.cgi?lang=en In... more travel advice

Comments (4)

rwlittle May 2, 2004 at 5:10 PM Report Abuse

Great tips for France, I've noted a few of them down in preparation for our upcoming visit! :)
chrishc Nov 14, 2003 at 4:40 AM Report Abuse

Nice start, are you a cleaning fiend?
1Lud Nov 14, 2003 at 4:36 AM Report Abuse

Thanks You !! I had take a shower this morning :) see you soon in our country
barryg23 Jan 24, 2003 at 8:33 AM Report Abuse

Very accurate tips - nice start