Tutor: John Grauer
10.am – 12noon Wednesdays
28th October – 2nd December 2026
Computer Room
| Title | Travel to France: Plan Well, Travel Confidently, Experience More |
| Audience | People considering or planning leisure travel to France; no French required |
| Length | Six weekly sessions of approximately two hours |
| Style | Practical, conversational and participative—not a conventional geography or language course |
| Outcome | Each participant develops a realistic personal France travel plan |
| Key themes | Destinations, culture, etiquette, language, accommodation, transport, costs, safety and entry requirements |
Course description for the U3A program
Travel to France: Plan Well, Travel Confidently, Experience More
Are you dreaming of France but unsure where to begin—or have you already booked and want to make the most of your visit?
This practical six-week course explores how to plan and enjoy an independent holiday in France. We will discuss where and when to travel, accommodation and transport choices, realistic costs, French customs and etiquette, useful language, dining, safety, health and the common mistakes visitors make.
The course is designed especially for mature travellers. No French is required—only curiosity and an interest in experiencing France beyond the usual tourist trail.