"Back to the Source"

Most of France's rivers originate in Auvergne, a rough and lush volcanic plateau of rolling hills and jagged rock formations. Published in FranceGuide 2007, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (120 Kb).

"Brittany's Fruits de Mer"

Take a quick spin through some of Brittany's southern coastal towns, internationally known for their seafood. Published in FranceGuide 2007, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (123 Kb).

"To Eastern France in Quicker Time"

The new TGV Est means Eastern France's wine regions are within easy reach. Published in FranceGuide 2007, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (127 Kb).

"Western Loire Wine Country"

Take a road trip through the vineyards of the Loire Valley. Published in FranceGuide 2007, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (121 Kb).

"Family Tides"

A family-centered itinerary through Western France. Pulished in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (489 Kb).

"Taking a Hike"

An itinerary in the Alps, where ski resorts in summer provide easy access for footing in the backcountry. Published in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (488 Kb).

"Oceans Three"

Beyond its European borders, France falls across three seas as islands and territories in the Atlantic/Caribbean, Pacific, and Indian oceans. Published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (187 Kb).

"Day-Tripping"

Amiens, Lille, Caen, Tours and Dijon - perfect excursions for satisfying day-long trips from Paris. Published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (119 Kb).

BikeAbout-the Mediterranean in France

Ethan spent 11 days in France, from May 31 to June 10, 1998, as part of BikeAbout–the Mediterranean. To read about what happened, visit the BikeAbout in France pages of the BikeAbout–the Mediterranean website.

Ethan final-edited all of the travel dispatches from this destination, but wrote the following:

• BikeAbout–the Mediterranean in Marseille, France, on June 5, 1998
  Topics: cassoulet (food), langue d'oc versus langue d'ol, Association DIA, Marseille, history

upClose France

Ethan researched and wrote several chapter updates for the second edition of this guidebook of France (Fodor’s Travel Publications [out of print]).

"Freewheeling France"

Easy and enjoyable indulging of your senses in France from the saddle of a bicycle. Published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (112 Kb).

"A Biker’s Reverie: Cycling the French River Valleys"

A lesiurely Tour de France minus the rush, with historic river valleys, villages, varied terrain and oh what food, published on GORP.com. Registration may be required to view more than one page online; alternatively download a PDF file (1.722 Mb).

"Moving at the Speed of Life"

It’s Rail Europe’s 75th anniversary and taking the train has never looked so good. Published in FranceGuide 2007, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (268 Kb).

"Good Vibrations"

A look at the music festivals resonating across France throughout the year. Published in FranceGuide 2006, a magazine of the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (28 Kb).

"Couleur Cafe"

A look at how the cultural diversity of France is one of its most exciting assets. Published in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (876 Kb).

"Rapping with the Best: A Conversation with MC Solaar"

France's supreme poet-rapper speaks with Ethan and offers words of wisdom about life. Published in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (162 Kb).

"Urban Retreatments"

A wealth of wet retreats is a great relief in Paris and the Riviera. Published in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (441 Kb).

"Top Tips for Train Travel"

Considerations when taking trains in France. Published in FranceGuide 2005, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (30 Kb).

"A Buss Map"

Confused about how many cheeks to kiss? So was I—until the kissing code was cracked. Ghostwritten by Ethan and published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (320 Kb).

"Say Fromage"

Learn about the best of France's 500-plus cheeses in this mouthwatering overview for diehard turophiles! Published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (83 Kb).

"Bon Anniversaire"

Birthdays and commemorations in 2004—remembering Bartholdi, Matisse, Napoleon, Rimbaud, and Saint-Exupery. Published in FranceGuide 2004, a magazine edited by Ethan for the French Government Tourist Office / Maison de la France. Download a PDF file (43 Kb).