Planning a trip to France in 2025? Don’t miss France Logistics for 2025: What Visitors Need to Know. In this episode of Join Us in France, host Annie Sargent and guest Mike August discuss the key changes every traveler should know to navigate France like a pro.

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From updated Paris metro fares to cashless payment systems, Annie and Mike break it all down. Learn how the new flat-rate ticket system makes traveling across Paris and the Île-de-France region simpler. Whether you’re hopping on the metro to the Louvre or taking a train to Versailles, this episode covers it all. They also explain the best mobile apps for transit, tickets, and restaurant reservations, and share tips on using eSIMs to stay connected while in France.

If you’ve ever wondered about the shift away from cash or the best way to book tickets for the newly reopened Notre Dame Cathedral, Annie and Mike have you covered. They even touch on navigating France’s roadways and why bike lanes and reduced speed zones are changing the way we travel.

This episode is packed with practical advice, insider tips, and fun observations. Don’t get caught off guard by the changes in 2025—listen now to prepare for your next French adventure!

Table of Contents for this Episode

• Introduction
• Today on the podcast
• Podcast Supporters
• No Magazine Segment
• Conversation with Mike August BeginsAnnie and Mike
• Mike’s Recent Trip to France
• Planning a Trip to France
• Changes in Payment Methods in France
• Cash Is Almost Not Needed
• Using American Credit Cards at Tolls and Gas Stations
• eSims and Mobile Phone Tips for Travelers
• Use Offline Maps to Conserve Data
• Phone Security
• Must-Have Mobile Apps
• Apps for Traveling Outside of Paris
• Getting Around by Taxi
• Apps for Restaurant Reservations
• Translation Apps
• Annie’s VoiceMap App Tours
• Mobile Apps for Attractions
• Notre Dame Booking Tips
• Paris Public Transit Fare Changes
• Using the Bonjour RATP App for Groups
• Flat Rate Ticketing System over the Ile de France Region
• What Modes of Transportation Are Included in the IDF Region
• Special Airport Access Tickets
• Bus and Tram Fare Updates
• Reduced Fare Information
• Fair Enforcement on the Paris Transportation System
• Special Passes: Navigo Day and Paris Visite
• Health Prevention Pathway Certificate
• New Traffic Flow and Safety Measures
• Cocktail Menus and Wine Consumption Trends
• Final Observations and Flexibility Tips
• Mike’s Travel Highlights
• Copyright

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