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  • A woman with long hair and a navy raincoat sits on a rocky hillside overlooking the hilltop village of Gordes in Provence, France, with stone buildings and greenery cascading down the slope.
  • A woman in a red dress walks down an empty cobblestone street lined with traditional Basque buildings, featuring red and green shutters and festive bunting overhead.
  • A woman in a striped dress and wide-brimmed hat sits on a stone wall with a scenic view of the medieval village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence and the Mediterranean Sea in the background.
  • Interior view of the Louvre Museum's sculpture hall under a glass ceiling, showcasing classical statues and visitors exploring the gallery's symmetrical layout.
  • A woman in a colorful dress paddles a red kayak down a calm river in Dordogne, France, with a fairytale-like castle perched on a rocky hill in the background.
  • A couple poses happily in front of the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a grand stone castle with conical towers and manicured green lawns.
  • Close-up view of the Basilica of Saint-Sernin's brick bell tower in Toulouse, France, framed against a bright blue sky with a playful white outline around the structure.
  • A man in a white shirt and hat rides a bicycle down a sunlit, tree-lined country road with mountains in the distance, evoking a peaceful European countryside escape.
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Hello, I am Ersilia​

a Romanian who now calls the beautiful city of Toulouse home.

Through my travel blog, I guide English speakers to discover the authentic France without the language barrier.

I share insider tips, cultural insights, and practical advice to help you plan your dream French adventure with confidence.

Whether you’re planning a trip to France or dreaming about exploring Europe’s lesser-known corners, I’m here to share both local insights and traveler’s perspectives that you won’t find in typical guidebooks.

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FREE France Travel Guide

Plan your dream trip with ease!

This starter kit includes 3 slow travel itineraries, boutique hotel recommendations, and insider tips for Provence, the Dordogne, and the Loire Valley.

Perfect for travelers who want authentic, unforgettable experiences—without the overwhelm.

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FREE Paris Restaurants Map

Ditch the tourist traps and eat like a local!

My curated Google Map features 50+ hand-picked restaurants, cafés, bakeries, wine bars, and hidden gems across Paris.

Sorted by cuisine and budget, it’s your ultimate foodie passport to the city.

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