Rick Steves' Best of Travels In Europe: France.

DVD. Paris and Day Trips - Stroll among the Left Bank's cafes and bookstores and take in the nightlife of Montmartre. Admire the splendor of Saint-Chapelle, and the magnificent art collections at the Rodin Museum and Mus?e D'Orsay. The, relive the glory of imperial France at the Tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte in the Mus?e Militaire. Provence & the Loire Valley - Get swept away (but not too much) by the Renaissance grandeur of the Chambord and Chenonceau castles in the Loire Valley. See the Roman ruins at Arles and the wonderfully preserved Palace of the Popes at Avignon. Normandy & Brittany - Travel from the landing beaches used by the Allies during the D-Day invasion to Rouen, where Joan of Arc faced the trial for her life. See the famed Bayeux Tapestry; amble through pastoral landscapes,; then stop to sample such regional favorites as crepes, apply brandy and Camembert cheese. In Brittany, visit Fougeres Castle, a symbol of the Celtic struggle against France. Rick's Rear Entrance Travel Tips - Share some of Rick's savviest advice for travellers -- from day-planning and changing currency, to using public transportation and getting around language barriers. Rick's suggestions cover basic security, packing light, and the pros and cons of travelling independently (carry your own comfort station) or with a tour group. His recommendations will help any traveller plan their trips wisely, while preparing them to take the unexpected in stride. 3? hours DVD.