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    Rochefort-en-Terre: A Gem in the Heart of Brittany

    November 30, 2024 /

    Nestled in the heart of Brittany, Rochefort-en-Terre is one of France’s most enchanting villages, known for its cobblestone streets, floral displays, and medieval charm. Recognized as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France," it offers visitors a magical blend of history, culture, and gastronomy.

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    A Visit to Saint Suliac, Bretagne, France

    August 1, 2021
  • Destinations,  What to See

    A Visit to Le Nessay and St Briac sur Mer, Brittany, France

    March 10, 2024 /

    I have had the opportunity to explore the breathtaking coastline of Brittany, France over the last several years. Each experience has been its own kind of wonderful, from hikes that left me in awe at every turn, to forests that had me thinking giants really do exist (see my post on Huelgoat forest). If you are visiting the area and want to know where to eat and relax and perhaps watch a fantastic sunset, read on … Where Should I Eat in St Briac? Recently, some friends and I visited Le Nessay, a lovely hotel and restaurant set on a picturesque peninsula, its sandy beach and clear blue waters beckoning…

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    A Weekend in Vannes: Exploring Brittany’s Medieval Gem

    March 3, 2025

    Why Visit La Gacilly, Brittany, France?

    November 24, 2023

    Best of Brittany 2022: Part 2

    February 19, 2023
  • Destinations,  What to See

    Why Visit La Gacilly, Brittany, France?

    November 24, 2023 /

    If you love charming French towns, with granite houses, twisty side streets, and a bit of eccentricity thrown in, then La Gacilly is for you!

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    How to Spend a Day in Roscoff, Brittany, France

    August 13, 2024

    Best of Brittany 2022: Part 2

    February 19, 2023

    A Visit to Le Nessay and St Briac sur Mer, Brittany, France

    March 10, 2024
  • Destinations

    Best of Brittany 2022: Part 2

    February 19, 2023 /

    Following up on my last post on The Best of 2022: Part One, below is a summary of the adventures I had in the second quarter of last year. (Again, apologies for not keeping you up-to-date as the year went on, but settling into life and work and all that French life as an Expat implies, I needed a minute … or a year.) April in Brittany was lovely. The days were becoming noticeably longer, the weather warmer, and new plants were springing up everywhere. We are so blessed to see greenery throughout the year here – vastly different than my home state of Michigan, which generally lies under a…

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    Why You Should Visit the Pink Granite Coast in Brittany, France

    September 8, 2024

    A Visit to Saint Suliac, Bretagne, France

    August 1, 2021

    A Visit to Locronan and Quimper, France

    June 7, 2020
  • Destinations,  Packing,  Travel Tips

    Best of Brittany, France in 2022 Part 1

    February 5, 2023 /

    If you have been asking yourself “What Should I See and Do in Brittany, France in 2023?” look no further. In today’s post, I will share my 2022 Highlights to give you some ideas for your upcoming trip. See something in particular that catches your eye? Please leave a comment and I will be sure to cover that area in more detail in an upcoming post. Please also use the Search function to see if I have already written about that area or town. I have been blessed with a few wonderful clients who kept me quite busy in 2022 (and into 2023, thankfully), but I took full advantage of…

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    A Visit to Locronan and Quimper, France

    June 7, 2020

    A Weekend in Vannes: Exploring Brittany’s Medieval Gem

    March 3, 2025

    A Visit to Le Nessay and St Briac sur Mer, Brittany, France

    March 10, 2024
  • Destinations,  What to See

    A Visit to Combourg, Brittany, France

    July 24, 2022 /

    Combourg is a quaint town located in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany. It has been given the title petite cité de caractère which means, according to Petitecitedecaractere.com, that they have taken it upon themselves to “maintain, restore, safeguard and publicize that heritage, thereby contributing to the economic development of the region.” Combourg lies between the cities of Rennes and St. Malo. It has a population of roughly 6,000 people. The town served as inspiration for the writer François René de Châteaubriand, considered one of France’s most cherished Romantic novelists. Strolling about the castle and surrounding gardens, it is easy to see why. While I found the château lovely, it was…

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    A Visit to Saint Suliac, Bretagne, France

    August 1, 2021

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    March 10, 2024

    Why Visit La Gacilly, Brittany, France?

    November 24, 2023
  • Destinations,  What to See

    Why is Dinan, France the Ideal Home Base ?

    April 10, 2022 /

    It is no secret that I think Brittany is the most beautiful region in France. To me, it is sheer perfection. Here, one finds emerald green waters, sandy beaches, rugged coastlines, the GR34 hiking trail, charming Breton villages and bustling cities, magical forests and enchanting castles, delicious cuisine, and friendly people. There is literally something for everyone here. If I haven’t been able to tempt you to come and visit, I will endeavor to persevere. If you have decided to come, congratulations! Now it is time to find a home base and I have just the spot for you: Dinan. While there are a plethora of delightful villages here –…

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    How to Spend a Day in Roscoff, Brittany, France

    August 13, 2024

    Why You Should Visit the Pink Granite Coast in Brittany, France

    September 8, 2024

    Best of Brittany 2022: Part 2

    February 19, 2023
  • Uncategorized

    Life in Brittany, France : An Update

    April 1, 2022 /

    This morning, I was reviewing a few draft posts that I had created but not published. I came upon the one below and read through it. I almost hit the “delete” button, but reconsidered. You see, it’s easy to look at someone’s life on Instagram or Facebook – or even here in this blog – and think “Oh, she’s so lucky to be living in this charming town in France.” Yes, I do feel blessed to be here. I do. It took a LOT of work and a good number of tears to get where I am. I thought that I would share this in the hopes that if people…

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    How to Spend a Day in Roscoff, Brittany, France

    August 13, 2024

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    September 8, 2024

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    January 1, 2025
  • Uncategorized

    An Evening in St Jacut de la Mer, Bretagne

    November 13, 2021 /

    I am seated on the beach with my dear friends. It is August and I will be leaving for the U.S. in a few weeks’ time. Tonight, we have come to a beach that is located in our beloved Côtes-d’Armor department. I gaze our at the vast waters and the clear blue sky. I then look down at the mountains of sand that hold my feet, long buried in the sand. There are two much smaller mounds next to mine, that of my 5 year-old best buddy. He is telling me all of the things that he plans to do this evening, a few of which which include riding his…

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  • Delicious Eats,  Destinations

    Saint Malo and les Rochers Sculptés de Rothéneuf

    August 17, 2021 /

    When I want to spend a day immersing myself in French history and culture and maybe run into a pirate or two, I head to St Malo. The views from the ramparts (some dating back to the 12th century) are worth the trip alone. For sun worshipers, its sandy beaches are simply stunning. If all that weren’t enough, there is a wide variety of restaurants offering scrumptious dishes and a plethora of shops perfect for browsing or buying. St Malo is une ville made for strolling, and I appreciate its interesting and varied architecture. Sadly, the majority of the city – 80% to be exact – was devastated by bombings…

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    A Visit to Saint Suliac, Bretagne, France

    August 1, 2021
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