All consulates will provide information on obtaining visas and travel to France in general. The hours listed below are for visa concerns unless otherwise stated. Most consulates will receive inquiries ...more
Requirements Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and the US need valid passports to enter France and to re-enter their home countries. France does not allow entrance if the ...more
Check the currency converter on websites like www.xe.com or www.bloomberg.com for the latest exchange rates. As a general rule, it’s cheaper to convert money in France than at home. While currency ...more
Pack lightly: lay out only what you absolutely need, then take half the clothes and twice the money. The Travelite FAQ (www.travelite.org) is a good resource for tips on traveling light. The online Universal ...more
In any type of crisis, the most important thing to do is stay calm. Your country’s embassy abroad is usually your best resource in an emergency; registering with that embassy upon arrival in the country ...more
When it comes to airfare, a little effort can save you a bundle. Courier fares are the cheapest for those whose plans are flexible enough to deal with the restrictions. Tickets sold by consolidators ...more
Traveling by car, though more expensive, offers greater freedom to explore the countryside. In fact, many of the country’s most popular monuments are inconvenient or expensive to reach by public ...more
Internet access is readily available throughout France, and only the smallest towns lack Internet cafes. In larger towns, Internet cafes are widespread and well equipped—if expensive. Although in ...more
The Great Outdoor Recreation Page (www.gorp.com) provides excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or enjoying the outdoors. Leave No Trace. Let’s Go encourages ...more
As the number of travelers on the road rises, the detrimental effect they can have on natural environments is an increasing concern. Let’s Go promotes the philosophy of sustainable travel with this ...more
We try to cover all aspects of budget travel, but we can’t put everything in our guides. Listed below are books and websites that can serve as jumping-off points for your own research.
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