Adorable and Accomplished Sophie Marceau

When it comes to theater, the French would not allow themselves to be left behind by their US partners. Last week, my wonderful friend lent me his newly taken DVD of this French movie entitled "A Ce Soir." When I watched the film, I instantly recognized the adorable and accomplished actress playing the lead. It was the French femme fatale named Sophie Marceau, whom I'm sure many of you have seen in plenty Hollywood movies. I swear I never knew she was French because as I have seen her in plenty of her English-language movies, she speaks fluent English.

After making a slew of movies in the local French scene and earning the admiration of French movie critics and award-giving bodies, Sophie charmed the world when Hollywood A-lister Mel Gibson casted her to play Princess Isabelle for the Oscar-winning epic, "Braveheart." The success of the film catapulted the face and talent of Sophie to Hollywood admiration, hence being chosen to play Elektra King, the villainous Bond girl of "The World Is Not Enough," opposite Pierce Brosnan. Sophie's other notable English-language films include the movie adaptation of the Shakespeare classic "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and the endearing comedy "Alex & Emma." Currently, Sophie is involved in plenty film productions in her hometown in Paris while being a mother to two sweet kids.

Make France More Pleasing For Disabled Explorers

France is a favorite place of numerous explorers like me. I can say that France have cozy hotels where a explorer can stay, and it is where restaurants that serve mouthwatering foods thrive. In addition to these, France is also recognized for its countless places where people can visit and enjoy their stay in the country.

I like visiting France, because there are innumerable things that a explorer can do there. However, if a disabled explorer will go to France, I don't think he or she will like the spot. France does not have a reputation for having the services for handicapped explorers. Public toilets that are accessible for handicapped are atypical, and stepped village avenues, and some parking habits are very hazardous for the disabled. Although some trains have ramps for wheelchairs and a few coastal resorts and principal cities have services for the handicapped, I think the efforts to make France visitor-friendly for the disabled is insufficient.

I believe that the French government should develop their projects about handicap accessibility and create more lists to help the disabled to travel safely and comfortably. Distinctive discounts and privileges must also be given to the handicapped to make them feel special and welcome whenever they explore France. In this way, the land will not only be visited by normal people, but it will also be loved by those who ask special assistance in going to places.

Exquisite Details in French Course

Despite quick-saving tips and latest innovation in food delivery, French locals can only be more serious about their recipes. Each region has a celebrated course to boast of or at least, a fresh ingredient to offer. To serve the best recipe, they don't just pick out any item from the grocery, when most of the time, they could only be more particular where to get their extraordinary blends. Unlike in America, when metro living also means faster cooking or instant deliveries, France was able to retain its belief for fine details and passion in food preparation. There are no shortcuts but a culmination of great cooking techniques for the finest blend of sumptuous recipes.

Cooking for the celebrated French cuisine is most similar to an art, which requires time, passion, and cautious efforts to come up with a culinary masterpiece. As daunting as it may seem, French locals pride themselves of their ingenuity for each serving of the French course. What actually looks so tempting and delicate on a plate may be of exotic variety that includes blood sauce, kidney, sweetbreads, brain, sheep's foot and tongue as well as intestines and tripe, which may all be part of an outstanding recipe. When it comes to food, presentation is everything without any inhibition from French locals, even when it comes to their choice of ingredients and menu always served with excellent bottles of wine.

Pleasing Little French Tavern

I have never sampled a single star tavern before in the past, in fact, never in my entire life. I am very fussy when it comes to places where I would spend my priceless time. I want to experience the optimum of the locale I am going to visit. I did not mind splurging more than enough for a tavern as long as I could get the best service the hotel has to offer.

That is why it has become a hobby for me to read several assessment of places and hotels. I would allocate a day or two understanding reviews on travel magazines or online. Therefore it became a surprise for me to find out that Nice in France is holding a single star tavern that ranks number one among all hotels in Nice. Encouraged by what I have unmasked, I gave Hotel Rex a try during one of my visits in Nice. I was not expecting so much from the tavern, but I had no grief as well.

Well, it turned out that Hotel Rex was a fine undersized hotel in Nice. It certainly got my two thumbs up because aside from great service, airy rooms, relaxing beds, and perfectly cleaned areas, the owner was so hospitable and friendly. I even got the chance to talk to him and got to know the rest of his family - so much from what I have anticipated from a single star tavern.

Leather Devotion in the Fantastic Kelly and Birkin Bags by Hermes

The last time I went to France, I promised a friend that I'd bring home a super peachy bag she's always loved. When I finally gave it to her, she bowed down and jokingly recited a psalm of worship -- I'd like to think she was doing it for me and not just the glorious bag.

Although Hermes is accessible in most of the major cities worldwide, there's absolutely nothing like shopping at a local chain in Paris. Thierry Hermes was the builder of this insanely costly brand. Since 1837, Hermes, now famously known as a first-class leather-goods label, has caused a fashion revolution for silk scarves, bags, jewelry, clothes, home decor, luggage, saddles, and other accessories.

An Hermes tote might as well cost you a leg and a foot but, as my friend would always say, it is certainly worth any body part that you can huckster. Some people would ask, what's with all the excitement about Hermes? The Kelly and Birkin totes are classic Hermes designs that mod women constantly lust for. They were named after Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin, both renowned actresses and fashion idols of their time. Who wouldn't want to boogie down the street with these totes on their arms?