Getting ready to travel to France?

If you're planning to travel to France this year, there is no better way to enhance the experience than to speak the French language as well as possible. Not only does it make travel easier and less stressful, it makes it more fun. You can really get to talk to ordinary people and exchange stories and ideas, get directions or properly order in your favorite restaurants and cafes.

But don't let a lack of language prowess deter you from enjoying your travels...
As an example, on your first trip to Paris, you probably knew only the bare minimum of the French language. Savvy travelers have found that trying to speak the native tongue seemed to bring out the friendly best in people. You will find everywhere you go; people will try to help you out. That's part of the reason you'll want to learn conversational French for travelers from  French4marin.

In major towns and cities there's a fair chance you'll meet someone who can speak some English, but not so much out in the countryside, it's quite uncommon. Anywhere you go, the person is likely to be as shy about trying a bit of Anglais, as we might be about speaking to a visitor from abroad. In any case, do what you can to learn as much of the French language as possible before you travel, it makes a big difference.

French4Marin is a great resource for learning conversational French from a true native speaker. Part of what's enjoyable about French is the sound of the language, and the more fluent you are, the more enjoyable your trip to France will be. Be assured Josette is the best tutor to help you become an improved French speaker. Practicing everyday on your situational dialogue and working one on one, you will be sure to improve your overall comprehension and pronunciation.

Are you planning your next trip to France? Josette who was born and raised in Paris, can help you plan your itinerary. She is a great resource and knows about insider points of interest and how to get you walking through Paris like a local. Josette has a wonderful take on popular French culture and will also incorporate an overview on French art history, geography and literature. She encourages all to feel excited and comfortable when exploring the City of Light while of course having the time of your life!

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Phrases for travelers                          Le temps d'un Paris

There are some phrases that are particularly helpful to international travelers. Below are several phrases that might come in handy during your stay in a French-speaking country.

• Je ne comprends pas. (I don’t understand.)
• Pouvez-vous répéter s'il vous plaît? (Can you repeat that?) 
• Pouvez-vous parler plus lentement? (Could you speak slower?)
• Je ne parle pas bien français. (I don’t speak French very well.
• Où est la station de métro la plus proche?
• Parlez-vous anglais? (Do you speak English?)
• Oui, je parle anglais. (Yes, I speak English.)
• Pouvez-vous m'aider?(Can you please help me?
• Oui, merci. (Yes, thank you.)
• De quoi avez-vous besoin? (What do you need?)
• J’ai besoin de renseignements. (I need some information.)
• Je suis perdu. (I’m lost.)
• Où est l’hôtel? (Where is the hotel?)
• Où allez-vous? (Where are you going?)
• Je ne sais pas. (I don’t know.)
• Je voudrais un café. (I would like some coffee.)
• Avec plaisir. (With pleasure.)
• Quel temps fait-il? (What’s the weather like?)
• Il fait chaud. (It’s hot.)
• Je rentre. (I’m going home.)
• Les toilettes sont à votre droite. (The restroom is on your right.)
• Ces places-là sont prises. (Those seats are taken.)