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Dinner parties can be exciting but tiring. To come up with new ideas and foods that cater for everyone can be a challenge.

Use Christmas and holiday-themed song titles and lyrics to challenge students to practice translating French phrases and to encourage learning more French vocabulary.

Free classes in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Cantonese, and just about any other language you can think of are available online at no cost.

Skiers enjoy winter sports with a continental flair in the Eastern Townships, a French-speaking North American country with broad sking experiences close by.

Canada's largest and only majority French-speaking province, charms you with its European flare, cosmopolitan feel and general joie de vivre.

In the 1800s, the Creoles of New Orleans were composed of two groups, the Creoles and Afro-Creoles, who had different values, languages, occupations, and status of women.

Visitors to Belgium are familiar with Brussels, but how many have ventured beyond the capital? Visit Antwerp, Ghent, and Liège for a taste of a different Belgium.

Atwood's Surfacing takes readers below the surface as one woman re-visits her childhood home and the secrets of her past.

The attractive town of Etretat on the Normandy coast is well known for its spectacular white cliffs, and for the fictional gentleman thief, Arsene Lupin.

In the 17th-century many people crossed the Atlantic from France to settle in their new homeland, Acadia, now part of Canada's Maritime provinces. Ici on parle français.

The annual festival is held the last full week of April in downtown Lafayette, LA as a way to appreciate both differences and similarities of the world's cultures.

Visitors to the traditional Montreux Christmas market can shop on the shores of Lake Geneva, and visit to the medieval fair at the historic Château de Chillon.

Quebec is party city this year as it celebrates its 400th anniversary. So if you're going there to enjoy the fun here are a few suggestions as to where to stay.

The Battle of the Plains of Abraham, perhaps the most famous battle of the Seven Years War between England and France (1756 - 1763) cost the French the entire continent.

Shopping in France is easier with some knowledge of common French phrases. The use of proper manners and courtesies can overcome almost all language barriers.

"What the %^&* is this Puppet Up! thing?" you ask. Check out TBS' site to view clips from the show.

Award-winning actresses from all over the world and talented American newcomers are set to battle it out from January for the 2010 Best Actress Oscar.

The European Union, with 25 member nations, including economic giants like Germany, France, Luxemburg, is attracting a lot of attention from investors and businesses.

Braille200 is organizing events across Canada to raise awareness of the life and legacy of Louis Braille, whose raised-dot reading system brought literacy to the blind.

Santa Claus is a familiar name in North America but in Italy he is referred to as Babbo Natale or Sinter Klaas in Holland. Christmas Art Lesson on Portrait drawing.

Day Six of the Tour du Mont Blanc is a stroll through gorgeous Swiss countryside with a climb at the end up to Champex Lac, a beautiful spot for a rest day.

The Acadian population of New Brunswick suffered the same fate as their compatriots in Nova Scotia - They were expelled and scattered Today they are a peaceful community.

Low-cost airlines Ryanair and Wizz Air have cheap flights and discounted tickets on flights to South Brussels Charleroi Airport (CRL) in the Wallonia region of Belgium.

A brief overview of the early history of the Basque region of Spain, in the heart of the Pyrenees.

Whether at university or on a four week crash course, moving to France or elsewhere to pick up conversational and business French language skills is an effective move.

Montreal, Quebec, reveals a special spirit to visitors. Sightseeing at the French-speaking city's top landmarks provides a diverse and fun Montreal photography vacation.

Esox masquinogy is one of the two species of true pike found in Canada and North America. They are fresh-water ambush predators, and a favourite of sport-fishermen.

No trip to Paris is complete without a visit to Montmartre, an area known for its energetic nightlife.

Raclette is a delicious Swiss dish of melted cheese served over potatoes, pickles, and cocktail onions--a great idea for serving guests.

Vines of the Lavaux vineyards in Switzerland can be traced back to the 11th century, and many of the vineyards have been operated by the same families for generations.

Have you ever wondered where pancakes originated from and why? Or what is the reason for Pancake Day - well read on......

First-time cruisers often wonder who their fellow travellers will be. On a transatlantic voyage, more than any other, you can expect to meet people from all walks of life

Canadian missionaries working in the Canadian-United States border region often baptized Irish Catholics in New York and Vermont. Here are some of those records.

A beloved fall treat in the Swiss canton of Valais is a glass of wine, cider, or must with a plate of meats, cheeses, rye bread, pickles, fruit - and chestnuts.

The assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand is credited with starting WWI. However, nationalism, colonialism and economic rivalries were all causes of World War I.

As a young poet, Leonard Cohen was preoccupied with passion and mythic imagery. In "St. Catherine's Street" he examines how one diminishes the other.

Archaeologist Neil Oliver presents the real story of Scotland as he exposes many myths and legends in this exciting new documentary series.

It may be the summer vacation period, but there is no shortage of film festivals. Here are just some of the festivals coming up in August.

Bastille Days is a French themed festival at Cathedral Square in East Town of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Storm the Bastille, enjoy food, wine and entertainment.

Hikers on the multi-national GR-5 start at the North Sea in Holland, and cross parts of six European countries before ending at the Mediterranean Sea in Nice, France.

While French toast uses mostly sweet ingredients, it can also use savory ingredients. In this case, it makes use of both sweet and savory ingredients.

Belgian beer instead of Burgundy identifies this dish as distinct from Beef Bourguignon, but the similarity is no coincidence.

Life in Istanbul is nowhere better witnessed than on the major artery that offers great boutiques, theatres, cinemas, cafes, pubs, nightclubs and galleries.

Beginning language students can have fun and learn French vocabulary by focusing on words and phrases associated with the Christmas holiday.

The Michelin Belgium and Luxembourg Red Guide lists the best star restaurants and hotels as well as bib establishments offering excellent quality and value for money.

Originally published in 2005 in French, the Canadian author Nicolas Dickner's debut novel "Nikolski" earned rave reviews in Quebec. The US edition came out in 2009.

Taxation was the political issue after the French & Indian War. American revolutionary rebels say The Proclamation Line, The Quartering Act and The Quebec Act mean war!

During an Old Montreal summer vacation, walk and relax in the parks and public spaces of this French-speaking city.

The 21st edition of the 'Journées du Patrimoine en Wallonie' highlights Art Nouveau to 21st century architectural concepts.

The Santa Claus Express cog-wheel train takes visitors to see Father Christmas at the top of Rochers-de-Naye Alpine peak above Montreux and Lake Geneva in Switzerland.