France

I have subscribed to this magazine two different times in the past few years. I miss it every time my subscription ends. I am now going to subscribe to it a third time since I miss it so much!
As a French teacher who organizes student and adult trips to discover this beautiful country, I find this magazine to be a fantastic tool. It highlights different areas in detail and provides lots of variety and incredible photography. I am very familiar with some of the locations they write about, and their information is correct. Their cultural pieces are authentic and up-to-date. The only part that is annoying is that it is expensive.
My husband and I have saved every single issue we have received and regularly refer back to them to look over new areas we are planning to introduce to new groups of students and adults. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Makes a unique gift to any Francophile and could maybe convert Francophobes to the better side...

I first ordered this magazine as a Christmas gift in 2005 for a friend. She loves it, and I'll definitely renew it for her when the time comes. This Christmas (2006) I just bought another subscription to this magazine for relatives who are very familar with France and enjoy its language and culture. I'm sure they'll be pleased.

As a certified Francofreak I can assure you this is a great little mag. This magazine goes WAY beyond the Paris and Provence cliches of a France travel magazines or books.I've read it cover to cover and still can't get enough so I am going to subscribe to the sister mag "Living in France" right now.

Pluses:
-extremely fast subscription start-up time
-covers history, food, culture, real estate, travel etc. etc..
-thourough, in depth, lots of color photos

Needs to work on:
-color plates are a little washed out
-needs more detailed maps
...that's it

I subscribed to this magazine because I am teaching myself French,and intend to visit France someday.This magazine really makes you want to get there.The photos are beautiful,and the articles are well-written and very informative.I particularly loved the page-by-page journey through very small hamlets and villages.
I am learning a lot of different things about France.I intended to only visit Paris,but the descriptions and pictures of other areas of France have convinced me to make it an extended trip when I do go.Those little villages have so much history to show us.
I can't recommend this magazine enough.For any Francophiles out there,this is the magazine for you!!

For those of you who love France, the food, the culture, the art & architecture, etc., this magazine is definitely for you! Great photos, well-written articles that make you feel like you're there! A pleasure to get every two months. Only complaint: I wish it were Monthly!...