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Vagabonds in France Kindle Edition

by Michael A. Barry (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 108 ratings
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“Vagabonds in France" is a lighthearted book about an unexpected travel adventure to France. Find out how life threw a lemon at us with losing our home, and our attempt to make lemonade. Putting all our furniture in storage, we left everything behind to experience an adventure of a lifetime. With no mortgage or rent to pay, we left with no return date or home to come back to. We traveled from Florida (Tampa and Key West), to Portugal (Funchal, Madeira), to Spain (Malaga, Cartagena, and Barcelona), to the Côte d'Azur in the south of France (Antibes, Nice, Eze, St. Paul de Vence), to Provence (Arles, Avignon), then a month in Paris. Come with my wife and me and see this country’s amazing beauty, along with all the humorous cultural differences and "what the hell" moments you'll get a kick out of. Climb mountains, descend into the Paris Metro, dodge pickpockets, endure nasty weather and illness, and witness the flood of the century with us. Experience some wonderful and not-so-wonderful people. Chuckle with me as we live among the French and try to learn their ways and language. Then make it back home to an empty home we found online. Readers say they feel like they are right there with us on the journey, and laugh out loud, especially from the "Bathroom Reports". This book, with its 75 photograph illustrations, is available now on Amazon in both paperback (black and white illustrations) and Kindle (color illustrations)!

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Michael A. Barry is a semi-retired small business owner, husband, and world traveler from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania now living in Florida. Hobbies include: aviation, anthropology, psychology, history, and weekend polyglot.
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Michael A. Barry is a semi-retired small business owner, husband, and world traveler from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania now living in Florida. Hobbies include: aviation, anthropology, psychology, history, and weekend polyglot.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01NCUNSEK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ; 1st edition (January 9, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 9, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 18153 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
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Michael A. Barry is a semi-retired small business owner, husband, and world traveler from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania now living in Florida. Hobbies include: aviation, anthropology, psychology, history, and weekend polyglot.

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3.9 out of 5 stars
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A must read for anyone considering an international adventure!
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A must read for anyone considering an international adventure!
This is a very helpful book for anyone contemplating an international adventure. If you are tired of “how to” books and idealistic travel tales, you will enjoy “Vagabonds in France.” Author Michael Barry does a great job of providing the reader with enough details about the realistic challenges of travel.I look forward to reading future books by this author.W. Lawrence
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Vern Wedeven
5.0 out of 5 stars Revealing travel venture, great humor
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2017
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This is a delightfully written expose' of an adventure few people would dare to do; and many would wish to have the courage to do. Thanks to Michael Barry and his accommodating wife for bringing the reader so cleverly along with them through a writing style that puts you right there with them. What a delight! This book is a pleasant reminder of what my wife and I experienced decades ago when we moved to London for graduate school. Adjusting your life by living in another country and culture is a healthy way to broaden your perspective. It's good for the soul. If you can't actually do it, this is an excellent read to reveal the experience through someone else's venture - excellent descriptions of places visited and great humor!
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scribner
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun read on a flight from Atlanta to Oregon
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2017
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Small book concisely written. Not as funny as Bill Bryson but a fun read. Very personal and to the point diary observations about European life especially the French. I recommend it.
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Grace N
3.0 out of 5 stars A Rather Enjoyable Travel Journal
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2018
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Nine Weeks? To be able to extract so much material from nine weeks is an admirable feat. Kudos! I have to salute anyone who can put together a book of this length and content and make it an enjoyable andinteresting read. It was. I do think the price of 15.98 for a Kindle version was rather steep but we were going to Marseilles and I was curious as to this couple's impressions of Southern France. Most of the book is about Paris however and the return from Paris and the cruise ship that took the couple to Southern France. We are also an older couple travelling around Europe so thanks for the heads-up on the hilly terrains. Hope you had good raincoats, hats and umbrellas ... a survival kit for surviving the climate in almost any European country. Michael, have you been to Ireland? Thanks for writing the book ... it was an inspiration.
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jeff cole
5.0 out of 5 stars If you've ever dreamed of touring France and examining it's southern coast and crown jewel of Paris with all it's amazing art and architectural wonders from the perspective of an ...
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2018
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What an adventure ! If you've ever dreamed of touring France and examining it's southern coast and crown jewel of Paris with all it's amazing art and architectural wonders from the perspective of an American couple who grow into the social culture then this is the book for you. Micheal and Lis give you a humourous , honest and raw look at the experience abroad. Cleverly written by Micheal as your master guide and with incredible pictures by his wife Lis you feel right there on tour with them. Valuable info on do's and don'ts set to a witty and lighthearted attitude of what to expect. This book will guarantee a longing for travel to one of Europe's most coveted treasures .
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Peggy McCauley
2.0 out of 5 stars the first thought focuses on an anticipation of the marvelous cooking yielding amazing meals at charming cafes
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2017
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This couple planned a get-away many people dream of. The trip began with two weeks on a repositioning cruise from Florida to the Mediteranean. The ship docked at several locations in Spain, then the couple traveled on to France. I think when most people think of France, the first thought focuses on an anticipation of the marvelous cooking yielding amazing meals at charming cafes. Also France is well known for fabulous cheeses. I am disappointed to say there was no mention of delightful meals, although there were complaints about the casual service. And not one mention of cheese. So what was the unending focus of this couple's visit? Transportation. Which bus/train/boat to take and how far it was to walk there. The weather was lousy, rainy and cool which is typical of France in April. They suffered from colds and especially the weather being from Florida where a temperature of 60 degrees calls for a winter coat. They did enjoy marveling at the architecture of the many cathedrals and museums. However, the general theme of the book was complaining a lot and how to get wherever you wanted to go. I did not finish this book.
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S. Yundt
5.0 out of 5 stars Humorous and Informative. Well Done!
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2017
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This is a great book for anyone who is planning an extended trip to France. If you would like to experience your trip as a local and not a typical tourist this book covers it all! I enjoyed the way Mr. Barry covered the daily routines, the history behind some of the sites he and his wife visited and the humorous adventures they encountered. The photographs in the book are beautiful! I also checked out the website and the photographs on the website are breathtaking. I could relate to some of the obstacles they encountered and also thought the information for the pre-trip storage was very useful.
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David E. Sippel
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2018
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Don't waste your money. "Went here, did this. Went there, did that." Who cares? Full of grammatical mistakes and awkward sentences. Boring. Total waste of time.
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Kenneth
5.0 out of 5 stars Travel along vagabonds style
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2017
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Mr. Barry describes a once and a lifetime experience of living and learning about a different world in Paris. It was very eye opening as my husband and I are exploring the option of going aboard and hoping to have just as much excitement in our trip. He paints a clear picture so you feel you are accompanying him and his wife on this amazing trip. This book is very hard to put down and it is an easy read. It is quite amusing and entertaining. If you are looking to do some traveling or just are looking for great read, look this one up.
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mark thomson
5.0 out of 5 stars Travel to France without leaving your house
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2020
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The pandemic of 2020 has taken the luxury of travel away from most of us, but Michael Barry's book, "Vagabonds in France" indulged the senses and catapulted the reader straight into the heart of France. This book is a must read for anyone planning to travel to France. It's full of the finest tips and strategies in order to navigate the bus system, trains, subways and street signage... plus SO many other things you would simply just not even think about!!!
I feel like I've had a trip of a lifetime. I can't wait to visit all the same villages and major tourist sites the Barry's observed during their magnificent trip. However, rest assured, I will not be taking it in early May! You'll have to read the book to find out why ( wink, wink ) Edie Thomson
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Christine B
5.0 out of 5 stars A very entertaining read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2021
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I throughly enjoyed this book. I loved the descriptions of some of the day to day things that concern you when you travel. The WC’s, ticket machines, locals, accommodation, waiters, etc. I have travelled in Europe and I laughed in recognition of some of the situations. The photos are stunning. A very entertaining read.
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Susan Leonard
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book - well worth a read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2018
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Thoroughly enjoyed this book. It felt as if you were alongside and travelling too. A good read.
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David Godbolt
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2017
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Excellent book, keeps up interest for the whole journey, thoroughly recommended!
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