Practical Tips for Exploring France
Planning a trip to France and not sure what to expect? From real etiquette advice to local-approved itineraries, this blog shares tips that help you avoid confusion and experience France like a culturally fluent traveler.
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How to Get from CDG to Paris in 2026 (Every Option, Honestly Ranked)
The RoissyBus retired on March 1, 2026, and the CDG Express won't open until 2027. That leaves official taxis at the regulated €56/€65 flat rate, the RER B for confident light packers, the new 9517 bus through Saint-Denis Pleyel, and ride-hailing apps. This guide covers all four, including how to avoid unlicensed drivers, where to buy train tickets, and which option fits your situation.
France Strikes and Travel Disruptions in 2026: What You Need to Know Before You Go
If you're flying into Paris this summer, your airport train won't be running for three weeks. That's just one of several confirmed disruptions for 2026. We're tracking all of them, from ATC strike threats to station closures to the new biometric border system that could add hours at immigration.
Heads Up, Travelers: Taxi Protests Are Disrupting Paris Airports Today (June 11, 2025)
Travelers heading to or from Paris airports today (June 11) should brace for delays. Taxi protests are blocking access roads to CDG and Orly. Here’s what you need to know and how to avoid the worst of it.
New France Rail Strike Announced: Summer Disruptions Begin June 12
France’s Sud-Rail union just announced a summer-long train strike starting June 12. Here’s what travelers need to know to avoid delays and stay on track.
Paris CDG Airport Guide for Americans (2026)
CDG is massive, confusing, and constantly changing. Here's what American travelers actually need to know in 2026, from which terminal you'll land in to the new EU biometric border checks, connection timing, and getting into Paris.