Antoinette (Tana) Tornquist

Each neighborhood in Paris has a unique ambiance, history and importance. CIEE students took a walking tour the first week of the program to aquaint themselves with two very special... keep reading

Summertime in Toulouse! There are plenty of activities to do outside in this beautiful city. A main feature of Toulouse is the Garonne River which has been an important part... keep reading

The students here in Toulouse experience many things. They learn French not only in the classroom but also with their host families, program leaders and experiences in the community. When... keep reading

As we descended the stairs twenty meters below Paris, student's anticipation grew. What would I see? Will I be scared? Will it be creepy???? The Catacombs of Paris has become... keep reading

As in the famous song “Aux Champs-Elysées” by Joe Dassin, the students strolled along this famous boulevard “Au soleil et sous la pluie » (in the sun and the rain)... keep reading

After two busy weeks of museums, pétanque and walking tours, students traveled to Normandy for a little fresh air and cool breezes. We left Paris Friday afternoon and arrived at... keep reading

After one full week in "la grande ville de Paris", we headed to a small town to breathe in the fresh air and stroll around the gardens of the chateau... keep reading

We all know the famous parks in Paris such as the Jardin du Luxembourg, Le Palais Royal and the le Parc du Champs-de-Mars. But where do Parisians go to escape... keep reading

Graffiti Art Lessons in Bercy Ever wonder how much thought and planning is required to create a graffiti masterpiece? CIEE students learned first hand from graffiti artists that brainstorming, planning... keep reading

Students in Paris began their afternoon with OZleFrancais, an interactive conversation in the neighboring community. Speaking with locals is the best way to practice the language and students have been... keep reading