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Planning a trip to Paris? Download our free Paris Travel Checklist packed with practical tips, local recommendations, and everything we wish we knew before arriving.
✓ Real experiences. Practical advice. No tourist fluff.
What You'll Find Inside
🧳 Travel Essentials
Passport, payment tips, transportation apps, adapters, travel documents, and the important details most travelers forget before leaving home.
🗼 Paris Insider Tips
Learn practical tips we've discovered while living in France, from navigating the Metro to dining etiquette, local customs, and avoiding common tourist mistakes.
✨ Packing & Seasonal Guides
Know exactly what to pack for the season, what shoes work best on Paris streets, and the essentials that make your trip smoother and more comfortable.
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Meet The Thompsons
We're Jayce and Ashley, an American couple documenting our move abroad, our travels throughout Europe, and the lessons we're learning along the way. That's why we created The Thompsons Abroad.
Through our videos, guides, and stories, we're sharing life in Paris as it happens—from hidden gems and cultural discoveries to the realities of building a life overseas.
Whether you're planning a trip, dreaming of moving abroad, or simply following the journey, we're glad you're here.
Explore Our Latest Videos
Follow our journey as we settle into life in France, explore Paris, and travel throughout Europe.
We Finally Have a Place to Call Home
Take a tour of our first Paris apartment and see where our new chapter begins.
A Taste of Paris at Grand Palais
One of the most unforgettable food experiences we've had since arriving in France.
A Day Exploring Paris
Join us as we wander through Château Rouge, local cafés, and hidden corners of the city.
20 Lessons After Our First Week
The surprises, challenges, and things nobody told us before moving to Paris.