Thinking of exploring a French island that's wild, beautiful, and full of surprises? In this episode of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast, titled Corsica Revealed: Rich Culture, Cuisine, and Stunning Landscapes, host Annie Sargent chats with tour guide Jean-François Sénéchal about his favorite island—Corsica.

Jean-François lives in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, near Nice, but he has deep Corsican roots. His mother was born on the island, and his grandmother ran a hotel in Calvi. Today, he takes visitors on immersive, small-group tours around Corsica. In this episode, he shares what makes Corsica so unique, from its wild coastline and pristine beaches to its hilltop villages and proud local culture.

Want to know the best time to visit Corsica? What to eat and drink? Where to go for the most scenic drives, wine tastings, or quiet moments? This conversation has you covered. Annie and Jean-François discuss Corsican history, Corsican independence, why the locals are famously prickly, and why you absolutely need a car to enjoy the island.

They talk about stops like Calvi, Corte, Ajaccio, Bonifacio, and the Cap Corse. You'll also hear about local specialties like brocciu cheese, figatellu sausage, and cédrat liqueur.

If you're dreaming of a trip to Corsica, or just want to hear about one of France's most fascinating regions, this episode is for you.

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Table of Contents for this Episode

• Welcome Back to Join Us in France
• Today on the podcast
• Podcast supporters
• The Magazine segment
•  Jean-François and Annie about Corsica
• Introducing Corsica: A Tour Guide’s Perspective
• Corsica’s Rich History and Cultural Pride
• A Unique Corsican Culture
• Exploring Corsica: Must-Visit Places
• Corte and a Little History Lesson
• Ajaccio and Napoleon
• Unique Bonifacio
• Corsica as a Self-Guided Tour
• High Season in Corsica
• Corsican Cuisine and Local Specialties
• Exploring Corsican Cuisine
• Tour Packages and Itineraries
• Cost of Living in Corsica
• Traveling Around Corsica: Must Have a Wheels!
• Wine Tasting and Wineries
• Challenges in Agriculture Due to Climate Change
• Industries in Corsica
• Corsican History and Culture
• Corsican Songs
• Conclusion and Farewell
• Thank you Patrons
• Tour Reviews
• I need YOU!
• Using my VoiceMap Codes Is Easy!
•  Foire du Trône
• May Holidays in France
• Labor Day, May 1st
• Victory in Europe Day, May 8th
• Ascension Day, May 29th
• Pentecost Monday, June 9th
• Copyright

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