17 episodes

All you ever wanted to know about France and all things French in a podcast. Annette Charlton, an Australian-French writer and creator of A French Collection website, takes you on a journey through Paris and across the countryside, meets guests and shares how she navigates life between hemispheres and her homes in Australia and Brittany. She brings the best of France to you from the tiny farming village she now calls home.

A French Collection Podcast Annette Charlton

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 5 Ratings

All you ever wanted to know about France and all things French in a podcast. Annette Charlton, an Australian-French writer and creator of A French Collection website, takes you on a journey through Paris and across the countryside, meets guests and shares how she navigates life between hemispheres and her homes in Australia and Brittany. She brings the best of France to you from the tiny farming village she now calls home.

    Mont Saint-Michel - 1000 Years Old

    Mont Saint-Michel - 1000 Years Old

    Mont Saint-Michel is breathtaking and inspiring and welcomes over 3 million visitors a year. This year (2023) the Mont celebrates its 1000 year old birthday. When I read in my local paper about its 1000 year milestone, I turned to my mum and said "Let's do it, how about I take you to Mont Saint-Michel and we stay over night?" She said "Yes", so we did.Listen to how the Abbey originated, how it got built, the areas of the Abbey and island that are best to visit and how you can get to Mont Sain...

    • 27 min
    Secrets of Paris No. 1 - The City's Secrets Revealed

    Secrets of Paris No. 1 - The City's Secrets Revealed

    Paris has lots of secrets to share if you just know how to unravel them. In the next few podcasts we'll expose the best places to go, the quirky history that makes Paris unique and how to make your time in the city truly special. From the very best creme puffs, the cheapest antiques, the most charming hidden vineyard and sweet pink buildings that you simply must see - you'll want to catch the next few podcasts. Don't miss our Secrets of Paris - What to do When Out & About in Paris series ...

    • 21 min
    Top 5 French Bloggers tell why they Love and Live in France

    Top 5 French Bloggers tell why they Love and Live in France

    Come and meet my favourite 5 French authors, bloggers, gîte owners and tour guides. Find out how they came to live in France, why they write books, publish magazines, run gîtes, conduct tours and how they share their love of France. Get to know them and their stories via my interviews, meet ups and online chats with them all.I know you'll love meeting them!Read show notes and see all photoshttps://www.afrenchcollection.com/5-top-french-bloggers-tell-why-they-love-franceJoin us: On Facebook ...

    • 21 min
    'All The Light We Cannot See' & Saint Malo: The book that has taken the world by storm

    'All The Light We Cannot See' & Saint Malo: The book that has taken the world by storm

    Called the jewel of Brittany, Saint Malo is stunning with its city walls, half timbered houses, beaches and a history of pirates, treasure and massive destruction in WWII. Saint Malo is also the setting for the best selling novel 'All The Light We Cannot See' which is about to be made into a movie. Find out more about this stunning city and the book that has captured the word by storm.Read podcast show notes and see all photoshttps://www.afrenchcollection.com/saint-malo-and-all-the-ligh...

    • 24 min
    Top Tips on How to Find the Best Antiques in France

    Top Tips on How to Find the Best Antiques in France

    Decorating with French antiques and vintage items brings true French style into your home and my practical tips and personal experience will help you create a beautiful home with unique and stunning items by knowing how and where to source them in France.Podcast show notes and all photos https://www.afrenchcollection.com/french-antiques-and-vintage-france/Join us: On Facebook On Twitter On Instagram On A French Collection's website On Pinterest Thanks for listening 🇫🇷

    • 28 min
    Why You Must Visit Jardin du Luxembourg When in Paris

    Why You Must Visit Jardin du Luxembourg When in Paris

    I particularly love Jardin du Luxembourg with its abundance of chairs and benches, stunning flower beds, pétanque fields, children's playground, carousel, tennis courts, large duck pond and hidden statues amongst formal gardens. And what about the little wooden sailing boats on the Grand Bassin pond - just spectacular! It is the garden for everyone. Make sure you know how to make the most of your visit to this stunning Parisian garden. Podcast show notes and all photos https://www...

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
5 Ratings

5 Ratings

KJnoname ,

French Collection Series 1

Great podcasts. Annette has entertaining stories about her life in France as well as very informative episodes about French Art & buying properties. These are a pleasure to listen to. Can’t wait for more episodes !!!

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