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60 Important French Travel Phrases For Your Next Trip To France

Essential french words and travel phrases.

The most essential French travel phrases are Bonjour (hello), au revoir (goodbye), Où est? (Where is), C’est combien (How much is it?) and l’addition s’il vous plaît (the check, please). This page covers over 100 useful words and phrases which you can use on a trip to France.

French travel phrases: Essential words and phrases for trip to France.

French Greetings

If you are going to France it is very important to learn the basic greetings. While you might not speak French fluently just yet, the French people will really appreciate your trying to make an effort.

  • Bonjour Hello, good morning, good day
  • Au revoir Goodbye
  • Salut Hi/bye (informal)
  • Merci! Thank you!
  • Merci beaucoup! Thank you very much!
  • Ça va? How are you? How’s it going? (informal)
  • Bien, merci! Fine, thank you!
  • S’il vous plaît Please
  • De rien You’re welcome
  • Enchanté! Nice to meet you!

This page on our site covers French greetings in detail.

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Asking directions

When asking directions in France, it’s very important that you know a few basic words. This page on our site covers asking directions in detail.

  • Où est…? Where is…?
  • Où est la gare? Where’s the train station?
  • Où est la gare routière? Where’s the bus station?
  • Où sont les toilettes? Where’s the restroom?
  • Où est la banque? Where’ the bank?
  • Où est un bureau de change? Where’s a exchange counter?
  • Je suis perdu I’m lost
  • Le plan city map

Asking for things

On your trip you’ll inevitably need to ask for things. This short list of words is a very good start. Learning the verb vouloir is a good idea as it means “to want”.

  • Je veux (slightly informal)
  • Je voudrais I would like
  • Donnez-moi Give me
  • Avez-vous? Do you have?
  • Auriez-vous Would you happen to have?
  • Qu’est-ce que c’est? What is it?
  • Nous avons We have
  • Nous n’avons pas We don’t have
  • C’est disponible It’s available

Restaurant phrases

One of the best places to try practicing speaking French is a restaurant. Here’s a short list of words in phrases you may use. This page on our site offers a very comprehensive list of restaurant vocabulary . In addition, this page on our site covers food vocabulary and this page covers beverage vocabulary.

  • Une table pour deux, s’il vous plaît A table for two, please
  • Je prends I’ll have (from the verb prendre , to take)
  • La carte menu
  • La soupe soup
  • La salade salad
  • L’entrée appetizer
  • Le dessert dessert
  • La boisson beverage
  • Le vin rouge red wine
  • Le vin blanc white wine
  • La a bière beer
  • Le café coffee

Taxi/Uber phrases

If you find yourself in a taxi or Uber, some of the the following phrases should come in very handy.

  • Je vais à I’m going to
  • Je descends ici I’ll get off here
  • Voici l’adresse Here’s the address
  • Allez tout droit Keep going straight
  • Tournez à gauche Take a left
  • Tournez à droite Take a right

Hotel phrases

The following is a short list of words and phrases that you can use in your hotel. While most hotel staff speak basic English, it’s still nice to know these words in French.

  • L’hôtel hotel
  • Une chambre à deux double room
  • Un grand lit Double bed
  • La réception Check-in desk
  • Quitter la chambre To check out
  • La piscine swimming pool
  • Le petit déjeuner compris Breakfast included
  • Réserver une chambre To reserve a room

Miscellaneous words and phrases

The following is a list of miscellaneous French words and phrases which we feel are essential for a trip to France and belong on this list.

  • Je voudrais louer une voiture. I’d like rent a car.
  • Je voudrais acheter un billet. I’d like to buy a ticket.
  • Un billet aller-retour Round-trip ticket
  • L’aller simple One-way ticket
  • Le passeport passport
  • Les vacances vacation
  • Je voudrais annuler. I’d like to cancel.
  • Un voyage A trip
  • Bon voyage! Enjoy your trip!
  • Bon séjour! Enjoy your stay!

Further your learning We feel that it’s a great idea to carry a French phrase book while traveling in France. Overall, we have used and like the Lonely Planet French Phrasebook & Dictionary . Another great companion for a trip to France is the Rick Steves French Phrase Book & Dictionary .

Discover more:

  • Ways to say “thank you” in French
  • How to say “hello” in French
  • Ways to say “you’re welcome” in French
  • Guide to French verbs
  • Guide to French vocabulary

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Vocabulary Lesson: French for Travelers

Learn Common French Words You'll Use While Traveling

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Travelers to France and other countries where French is spoken will want to learn a few basic words in the local language. It will help you on your trip ( le  voyage ) as you make your way around and speak to people.

In this French vocabulary lesson, you will learn how to ask for directions, navigate your transportation options and rent a car, avoid danger, and enjoy local shopping and dining during your stay. It is an introductory lesson and you will find links to other lessons so you can further your studies.

As a traveler ( voyageur ) , you may also want to brush up on French phrases required for politeness as well as a few that are essential and let people know that you are new to the language.

Have a good trip! ( Bon voyage ! )

Note: Many of the words below are linked to .wav files. Simply click on the link to listen to the pronunciation.

Getting Around and Asking for Directions

Whether you are roaming the streets of Paris or decide to take a drive in the French countryside, these simple phrases are useful for those times when you need to ask for help.

Travel Essentials

Every traveler needs know these basic words for their journey.

  • Tourist information -  information touristique
  • Customs -  la  douane
  • Passport -  le  passeport
  • Map -  la  carte

Important Signs You Need to Know

Travelers can find themselves in precarious situations if they don't know how to read signs. Some signs will warn you of danger while others simply draw your attention to a simple fact (like the museum is closed or the restroom is out of service).

Before you travel, memorize these simple words and phrases that are found to ensure your trip goes a little smoother.

  • Watch out! -  Attention !
  • Open -  ouvert  
  • Closed -  fermé
  • Forbidden -  interdit
  • Do not enter -  défense d'entrer
  • Out of service -  hors service  or  en panne

In case you should have a medical emergency, get sick, or have a specific medical condition, you will want to review and learn French vocabulary related to ailments and illnesses .

Shops, Restaurants, and Hotels 

In your journey, you will probably do quite a bit of shopping and dining. You will also need to stay at a hotel and all of these require you . The following vocabulary lessons will help you navigate all of these situations.

  • At the Hotel
  • Banking and Money
  • Dining at Restaurants

As a primer to those lessons, you will find that you will need to use these two phrases when making purchases.

Transportation Essentials

You will also need to rely on various types of  transportation ( le  transport )  during your trip and reviewing these French words will be very useful.

The airport comes with an entirely new set of vocabulary that you will want to know for your arrival and departure flights. See if you're ready with this quiz .

  • Airplane -  l' avion
  • Airport -  l' aéroport

Quite often, you will find that a subway is a great way to get from one place to another. Familiarizing yourself with these words will help you find the subway station.

  • Subway -  le métro
  • Subway station -  la gare / station de métro

The bus is another great form of local transportation ( le transport local ) and you will want to know just a few words in French.

  • Bus - l' autobus
  • Bus stop -  l' arrêt d'autobus
  • Bus station -  la gare d'autobus

Traveling by train is an affordable and comfortable way to get around France and trains also come with a unique set of vocabulary that you will want to study.

  • Train -  le train
  • Platform -  le quai
  • Train station -  la gare

At the Ticket Booth

No matter which mode of public transportation you choose, a ticket is often required and you will need to visit the ticket booth ( billetterie ) .

  • Round-trip ticket -  un billet aller-retour
  • One-way ticket -  un billet simple
  • Price -  le prix

Renting a Car in French

If you want to break out on your own, renting a car is a great way to do it. This portion of the lesson focuses on what you will need to know about car rentals, including what to ask for and important details in the rental agreement.

When you do get in the car ( la voiture ) , you will also want to know basic French vocabulary for driving .

  • Rental -  la location

Requesting a Particular Car

You can make special requests for the car you would like to rent with a simple sentence. Begin the request with " Je voudrais..." a nd specify the style of car you're seeking.

Requesting Specific Features in a Car

If you have special requirements, such as a seat for your child, begin the sentence with  " Je voudrais..."  (I would like...) and ask for one of these.

  • Air conditioning -  la clime
  • Baby seat -  une nacelle bébé
  • Booster seat -  un réhausseur intégral
  • Child seat -  un siège enfant

Details of the Rental Agreement

It is vital that you understand your rental agreement and these questions will ensure that there is no confusion lost in translation.

  • Extra driver -  un conducteur supplémentaire
  • Damages -  les dommages
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I . travel <-ll- [ or am -l-]> [ˈtrævəl] vb intr, 1. travel (make a journey) :, 2. travel (move) :, ii . travel <-ll- [ or am -l-]> [ˈtrævəl] vb trans, iii . travel [ˈtrævəl] n, 1. travel (act of travelling) :, 2. travel pl (journeys) :, air travel n, space travel n no pl, travel agency n, travel agent n.

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What is the translation of "travel" in French?

"travel" in french, travel {vb}.

  • volume_up voyager
  • se déplacer
  • aller en véhicule

travel {noun}

  • volume_up voyage
  • déplacement

travelers {pl}

  • volume_up voyageurs

traveller {noun}

  • volume_up voyageur

travelling {adj.}

  • volume_up de voyage

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Travel [ traveled; travelled|traveled; travelled ] {verb}.

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travelers {plural}

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  • volume_up équipement de voyage
  • volume_up matériel de voyage

"travel great distances" in French

  • volume_up voyager de grandes distances
  • volume_up parcourir de grandes distances

"travel guide" in French

  • volume_up guide de voyage

Synonyms (English) for "travel":

  • change of location
  • move around
  • traumatize family
  • traumatize the victim
  • traumatized
  • traumatized by the experience
  • traumatized children
  • traumatized victim
  • traumatizing
  • traumatology
  • travel a distance
  • travel a fair
  • travel a path
  • travel abroad
  • travel agency
  • travel agent
  • travel agents
  • travel alarm
  • travel alarm clock
  • travel all over

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60+ Essential French Phrases for Beginners to Start Speaking Now

What are some French sayings? What are the most common phrases in French? And can learning a few powerful French phrases really help you start speaking right away?

Absolutely!

Even if you'll only be spending a short time in the country, learning a few basic French phrases can be very rewarding and make a big difference to your trip.

Let’s start by mastering some of the most common French phrases you need to know as a beginner:

I've long advocated that set phrases are the best thing for beginners to learn when starting out.

After all, isn't the goal of language learning to communicate?

How do you expect to communicate with anybody if the only thing you've learned so far is a verb table?

So whether you're planning to travel to Paris for a week or move to Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha! for the rest of your life, here are the most important and useful French phrases that you should learn A.S.A.P.

Listen to the French Phrases:

Here's a quick “French phrases” video I made that will help you with pronunciation for most of the phrases in this article:

Before we get started, if you’re looking for an online French course, here’s the course I recommend: French Uncovered – Learn French Through the Power of Story, a course with a fascinating new method by my friend Olly.

French Greetings and Polite Phrases

Bonjour – “hello”.

There are many ways in French to say “hello” , but bonjour is undoubtedly the most well-known. It's universally polite and friendly, whether the situation is formal or informal.

Bonjour is a combination of the words bon (“good”) and jour (“day”).

In the evening, you could also say bonsoir (“good evening”). A more casual way to greet people is salut , which can mean either “hi!” or “bye!”.

S'il vous plaît / s'il te plaît – “Please”

As a tourist, the last thing you want to be is rude. So when in France, remember what your mother taught you, and say s'il vous plaît (“please”) when making a request.

You can also say s'il te plaît. What's the difference? It's all about “you”:

In French there are two ways of saying “you”.

Tu is what you'd use when addressing a friend. Vous is a more polite and formal version, best used when talking to a stranger or older person.

( Vous is also what you should use when addressing a group of people in any situation, similar to saying “you guys” or “you all” in English).

So s'il vous plaît and s'il te plaît both mean “please” (literally, “if it pleases you”), but s'il vous plait is the more polite version. If in doubt, use s'il vous plaît .

(Why is it s'il te plait and not s'il tu plait ? It's a grammatical thing that you don't need to worry about as a beginner. Just learn the phrase as a whole for now, and things will become clear later.)

In fact, when asking for something in French – e.g. asking a stranger for directions or asking to see a menu in a restaurant, you should start with “ Bonjour. S'il vous plaît… ” It literally means “Hello, please…”, which would sound a bit strange in English, but it's the normal way to start a polite request in French.

Comment vous appelez-vous? / Comment t'appelles-tu? – “What’s your name?”

When meeting anyone, one of the first things you'll want to know is their name.

In French, you can find it out by asking “ Comment vous appelez-vous? ” (formal) or “ Comment t'appelles-tu? ” (informal).

Literally, these questions mean “what do you call yourself?”. You could also ask “ c'est quoi ton nom? ” – which is a more literal translation of “what's your name?”

If you're on the receiving end of this question, answer with “ Je m'appelle… ” (“my name is”, literally “I call myself”) or a simple “ Je suis… ” (“I am…”).

Oui/Non/Si – “Yes/No”

Two essential words to learn in any language are “yes” and “no”. In French, “yes” is oui and “no” is non .

Informally, it's also common to say ouais or ouaip instead of oui – like saying “yeah” or “yep” in English.

Then you have si . This is a handy little word that has no direct equivalent in English. Use it to say “yes” when someone asks you a negatively phrased question.

To illustrate what I mean, imagine that someone asks you, in English, “haven't you been to Paris?”

If you reply “yes”, it's not exactly clear what you're saying. Do you mean “yes, I have been to Paris – contrary to your assertion” or “yes, you're correct: I haven't been to Paris”?

French avoids this confusion with the word si . It means “yes”, but more specifically it contradicts the assertion in the question. In the above example, if you say si , it clearly conveys that you have, in fact, been to Paris.

Si is one of many linguistic features that I sorely miss when I speak English.

Comment allez-vous? – “How are you?”

This is the polite way of saying “how are you?” in French. Note the use of the polite vous rather than the informal tu .

Another, more informal way to say “how are you?” is ça va ? This phrase is extremely common – when in France you'll likely hear it several times per day.

If someone asks you “ ça va? ”, you can respond with a simple “ ça va bien ” – “it's going well”.

Excusez-moi – “Excuse me”

To get someone's attention, whether they're a waiter in a restaurant or a stranger on the street, say “ excusez-moi ”, “excuse me”.

This is also the polite way to ask someone to get out of your way. For example, if you're trying to exit a crowded train, a soft “ excusez-moi ” should (hopefully) be enough to make people step aside.

Pardon – “Sorry”

Picture getting off a crowded train, being careful you don't bump into anyone as you walk through the crowded metro station. But if a collision does occur, it's fine. Just say pardon , “sorry”, and all will be forgiven.

“ Pardon? ” is also how you'd ask someone to repeat themselves if you didn't hear or understand what they said. In this case, you should say it with a rising tone to indicate that it's a question.

Another way to say this is “ pourriez-vous répéter, s’il vous plaît ?” – “Could you repeat, please?”

Merci beaucoup – “Thanks a lot”

And of course, don't forget to say thank you!

The French word for “thank you” is merci . Or you can make it stronger by saying merci beaucoup – “thanks very much”.

Use merci in all the same situations you'd say “thank you” in English.

Other Must-Know French Greetings and Polite Phrases:

  • Nice to meet you – Enchanté
  • How’s it going? – Comment ça va?
  • And you? – Et toi?
  • Are you well? – Vous allez bien?
  • What’s new? / What’s up? – Quoi de neuf?
  • Good, thanks! – Bien, merci!
  • So-so / It’s okay – Comme ci, comme ça (Literally: “like this, like that”)
  • Same as always – Comme d’hab
  • It could be worse – Ça pourrait être pire
  • You’re welcome – Je t'en prie
  • Don’t mention it / You’re welcome – De rien
  • Goodbye – Au revoir
  • See you soon – À bientôt!

French Phrases for Maintaining a Conversation

Je voudrais parler français – “i would like to speak french”.

The French are famously protective of their language. Sometimes they can be a bit impatient with us anglophones, and reply in English to your imperfect French questions.

It's frustrating when this happens, but if you ever want to make progress in a foreign language, you absolutely must stop speaking English !

Be polite but firm when someone tries to speak English with you – tell them “ Je voudrais parler français ” – “I'd like to speak French.”

Note that, unlike in English, names of languages are not written with a capital letter in French.

Je ne comprends pas – “I don’t understand”

Sometimes pardon doesn't quite cut it. If you really can't figure out what the other person is saying, try telling them “ je ne comprends pas ” – “I don't understand.”

There's no shame in being a beginner! Just remember not to fall back to English when the going gets tough. If you don't understand something, persevere in French anyway – it's the only way you'll learn.

Que veut dire ça? – “What does that mean?”

Maybe the reason you didn't understand is because there was a specific word you didn't recognise. If that's the case, say “ que veut dire X? ” – “What does X mean?”

You can also phrase this as “ ça veut dire quoi? ” – “What does that mean?”

Plus lentement – “More slowly”

Sometimes, vocabulary isn’t the problem. You’d know the words if you could make them out, but you can't because the other person is talking too fast!

In this case, try saying plus lentement – “more slowly”.

Better yet, say a full sentence: “ Pourriez-vous parler plus lentement, s’il vous plaît? ” – “Can you speak more slowly, please?”

Comment dit-on __ en français? – “How do you say __ in French?”

What if you need to say something in French, but the exact word escapes you?

Just fill in the blank in the above sentence: “ Comment dit-on X en français? ” means “How do you say X in French”?

A side note: the pronoun on , seen above, is an interesting one. It’s a colloquial alternative to nous (“we”). However, on is also used to refer to an unspecified person or people in general, like the word “one” is sometimes used in formal English. (If you speak German, note that on in this sense is like the German word man .)

One doesn't use the word “one” very much in modern English – one finds it rather old-timey and stuffy. These days you normally use “you” when you're talking about people in general.

Comment ça s'écrit? – “How do you spell that?”

If you learn a new French word using the phrase above, you might want to write it down before you forget it.

Unfortunately, French spelling isn't the easiest.

The relationship between spelling and French pronunciation can be complicated. Generally, it's easier to figure out a word's pronunciation from its spelling than it is to know its spelling from its pronunciation. I wrote a guide to help you with French pronunciation here .

So if you're not sure, ask someone “ comment ça s'ecrit? ” – “How do you spell that?” Literally: “How does that write itself?”

Or if you don't trust your own transcription abilities, try asking them to write it for you: say “ Est-ce que vous pouvez l'écrire? ” – “Can you write it (down)?”

Other Helpful Phrases for Maintaining a French Conversation:

  • Can you speak more slowly please? – Pouvez-vous parler plus lentement s'il vous plaît?
  • Can you say it one more time? – Pouvez-vous le dire une fois de plus?
  • Do you speak French? – Parlez-vous français?
  • Do you understand? – Comprenez vous?
  • What do you do for a living? – Qu’est-ce que tu fais dans la vie?
  • How old are you? – Quel âge as-tu?
  • I’m _ years old – J’ai _ ans
  • Where are you from? – D'où êtes-vous?
  • I’m from… – Je viens…
  • Are you married? – Es-tu marié?
  • Are you single? – Es-tu célibataire?
  • When can we meet? – Quand pouvons-nous nous rencontrer?
  • What’s your phone number? – Quel est ton numéro de téléphone?

French Phrases for Getting Around

Où est… – “where is…”.

Struggling to find your way around? Not to worry. Just get a stranger's attention (remember what phrase would you use to do this?) and ask “ où est X ” – “Where is X?”

“X” could be many things: la Tour Eiffel, le Louvre, Notre Dame … or perhaps something less exotic, like le metro or un restaurant .

Où se trouve la station de métro la plus proche? – “Where is the closest metro station?”

Another way of saying “where is it?” is où se trouve , literally “where is (it) found”.

Here's an example of où se trouve combined with another handy phrase to know: la station de métro la plus proche means “the closest metro station”.

One more piece of useful vocabulary: once you're in the metro station, you might want to ask someone “ où est le guichet? ” – “Where is the ticket window?”

Je voudrais acheter un billet – “I would like to buy a ticket”

Now that you've found the guichet , you probably want to buy a billet – a ticket. But what type of ticket do you want?

  • un billet aller simple – a one-way ticket
  • un billet aller retour – a round-trip ticket

Make your decision, and tell the assistant “ je voudrais un billet aller simple/retour pour X ” – “I would like to buy a one-way/round-trip ticket to X”, where X is your destination.

C'est combien? – “How much is it?”

France isn't the cheapest of countries – so whether you're at the guichet or elsewhere, it doesn't hurt to be price-conscious.

To ask how much something costs, say “ c'est combien? ” – “how much is it?” You can also say “ Combien ça coûte? ” – literally, “how much does it cost?”

Où sont les toilettes? – “Where are the toilets?”

It's worth learning this phrase, because you might need it in a hurry! Où sont les toilettes means “where are the toilets?”

Although if you want to use a public toilet, you could be searching for a long time.

They aren't very common in France – and if you do find one, you'll probably have to pay to use it. You're probably better off buying something in a café and using their toilets instead.

(Why is it “ où sont “, when previously we used “ où est “? Easy: sont means “are” while est means “is”. Since toilettes is plural, you must use sont , not est – “where are the toilets?”, rather than “where is the toilets”, which wouldn’t make sense.)

À quelle heure est-ce qu’il faut régler la note? – “What time is check out?”

If you're checking into a hotel in a French-speaking country, one useful thing to know the checkout time.

One way to find this out is to ask “ à quelle heure est-ce qu’il faut régler la note? ” – “What time must we check out?”

Another similar expression is: “ quelle est l'heure limite d'occupation? ” (Lit: “What is the occupancy cut-off time?”

La carte/le menu, s’il vous plaît. – “The menu, please.”

France is famous for its food, so while you're there, you'll probably want to dine in a restaurant or two!

When dining out in any language, there are usually a few subtleties around how to order. Here I'll explain one of the more important things to know in French: the words for “menu”.

I say “words” because there are two main ways to say “menu” in French.

The general word is carte , which you may recognise from the expression à la carte .

A carte is what you typically think of when you hear the word “menu”. It's a list of individually-priced options; you pick and choose what you want, then add up the prices to get your total bill.

But you can also ask for a menu , which is usually called a “fixed-price menu” in English. When ordering from a menu , you pick an option for each course (starter, main course, etc.) and pay the same, fixed price no matter what you selected.

Whichever option you choose, inform the serveur/serveuse (“waiter/waitress”) by saying “ la carte/le menu, s’il vous plaît ” – “the menu/fixed-price menu, please.”

Je ne peux pas manger… – “I can’t eat…”

This doesn't apply to everybody, but for those to whom it does apply, it's very important: informing the waiter about your dietary restrictions.

The simplest way to do this is to say “ je ne peux pas manger de X ” – “I can't eat X”. Here are some of the more common ways to fill in the blank:

  • cacahuètes – peanuts
  • noix – nuts
  • gluten – gluten
  • fruits de mer – shell fish
  • œufs – eggs
  • poisson – fish
  • produits laitiers – dairy products
  • viande – meat

If you're vegetarian, say so with “ je suis végétarien ” (for men) or “ végétarienne ” (for women.)

A vegan is a “ végétalien(ne) “, although végan/végane is sometimes used too.

You could also explain “ je ne consomme pas de produits animaux .” – “I don't consume animal products”

Nous voudrions commander maintenant. – “We would like to place an order now.”

To “order” in French is commander , when you're talking about ordering something in a restaurant.

Don't confuse this with ordonner , which is used in the sense of “to order a person to do something”, such as in the military.

After receiving the carte or the menu , and perhaps informing the waiter of your dietary restrictions, you may be given some time to make a decision. When you're ready, say “ nous voudrions commander maintenant ” – “we'd like to order now.”

It’s also acceptable in nearly any restaurant to use on instead of nous for we, as I mentioned earlier: On voudrait commander maintenant.

Or if you're by yourself, say je voudrais (I'd like) instead of nous voudrions (we'd like). Bon appétit!

L’addition, s’il vous plaît. – “The bill, please”

One final bit of restaurant-related vocabulary – the bill (or “check” if you're American) is l'addition .

So when you're ready to leave, say l’addition, s’il vous plaît – “the bill, please”.

You’ll often hear la facture used in Quebec instead of l’addition – however both are perfectly understandable to waitstaff.

Other French Phrases for Out and About in France:

  • Can you help me please? – Pouvez-vous m'aider s'il vous plaît?
  • I would like… – Je voudrais…
  • I’d like one of those please – J'en voudrais un s'il vous plait
  • Three: Trois
  • Four: Quatre
  • Five: *Cinq

Learn more: French Numbers: Counting in French from 1 – 100+

Romantic French Phrases

Je t'aime – “i love you”.

Finally, let’s talk about love.

They say that French is a romantic language, so maybe in your travels you'll find love on the road? Or maybe after you get home, you'll want to use your newfound French skills to woo that special someone.

So how do you say “I love you” in French?

The French word for “to love” is adorer – but you generally only use this word when talking about things rather than people, for example to say that you love a place, book, or song.

When talking to a person, say je t'aime . Aimer usually means “like”, but in this context it means “love” in the most romantic of senses. Use it wisely!

Here are some other romantic French phrases:

  • My heart – Mon cœur
  • My love – Mon amour
  • You’re beautiful – Tu es belle (to a woman); Tu es beau (to a man)
  • You’re too cute – Tu es trop mignon
  • I like you (Lit: “You please me”) – Tu me plais

Bonus: French Slang

Wondering what a famous French saying is that you could use in everyday life? Or how do you say “cool” in French slang?

Here are some bonus French sayings and slang to level up your French:

  • Cool – Cool (yes, really! Just say it with a French accent 😉)
  • Awesome – Génial
  • That sucks – C’est nul
  • That’s great – C’est top
  • Don’t worry – T'inquiète
  • Losing my mind – Perdre la tête

Over to You

Can you think of any other useful French phrases for tourists? What are the most important words and phrases for beginners to know? Let us know in the comments.

And if you’re ready to learn more French, check out the 111 core French words that are commonly used. Or learn some more fun French slang !

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108 French Travel Phrases for a Smooth Trip to France

Having essential French travel phrases on hand can totally transform your trip.

If you meet people, get lost or just need to ask a local some questions , these expressions and sayings will help you out in most tourist scenarios and make your time in France truly memorable!

In this post, I’ll introduce you to 108 basic French phrases for travelers, as well as tips and cultural context so they’re easier to memorize ahead of time.

Oui ! Non ! Common French Words and Phrases

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Let’s start with the absolute basics.

Bonjour (Hello) Add a monsieur (sir) or madame (ma’am) to be polite.

Salut ! (Hi/Hey!) This is a more casual version of “hello.” You’ll hear the young folks throwing this one around.

Au revoir (Goodbye)

À plus / À plus tard ! (See you/See you later!)

À la prochaine ! (See you next time!)

Bisous / Bises ! (Kisses!) This is a casual way to say goodbye.

Bonsoir (Good evening)

Bonne journée ! ([Have a] good day!)

Bonne soirée ! ([Have a] good evening!)

Vous me manquez déjà ! (I miss you already!)

Pardon (Excuse me)

Merci (Thank you)

S’il vous plaît (Please)

Excusez-moi monsieur / madame (Excuse me sir/ma’am)

Parlez-vous anglais ? (Do you speak English?)

Comment dit-on … en français ? (How do you say … in French?)

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These phrases will help you out when meeting locals and trying to make French-speaking friends.

Je m’appelle… (My name is…)

Moi, c’est… (Me, I’m…) This is a more casual way of introducing yourself.

Comment vous appelez-vous ? (What is your name?)

Tu t’appelles comment ? (What’s your name?) Use this one for when you want to keep things casual, with the  tu  form .

Comment allez-vous ? (How are you?)

Ça va ? En forme ? (How are you? You good?)

Nous sommes arrivés / arrivées…  (We arrived…) Use this phrase to let someone know when you got into town.

Nous restons… (We’re staying…) Use this phrase to explain to your new friends where you’re staying, as well as how long you’re staying.

Je vous présente… (lit. “I present you…”) This is another way of saying “This is [my]…” when you want to introduce two people to each other.

Enchanté/Enchantée. (Pleased to meet you.)

Je suis ravi / ravie de faire votre connaissance.  (I am glad/delighted to meet you.) You’ll raise some impressed eyebrows if you bust out this fancy French “nice to meet ya.”

Je parle un peu français. (I speak a little French.)

If you’re learning French, chances are you’ll want to practice your language skills when you go out there. However, it can be intimidating approaching a native—letting them know that you’re not fluent will really put your mind to rest!

Saying je parle un peu français  will enable you to continue practicing your speaking skills, while at the same time alleviating any pressure you might feel to talk fluently . Use this phrase when you’re first starting a conversation, or want to continue talking to someone in French.

J’apprends le français depuis… (I’ve been learning French for…)

People are sure to notice your French accent and they’ll probably want to know how long you’ve been learning the language of love.

Je suis là pour les vacances / le travail.  (I’m here for vacation/work.)

After you’ve made your initial introductions, it’s likely that a person with whom you’re speaking will ask about the time you’re spending in France. While many people travel to the country for vacation, this isn’t always the case, so informing the other person of your reasons for traveling can help fuel the conversation you have.

It’s likely that the other person will want to expand on the topic, so having a few words ready about your future itinerary or your job wouldn’t go amiss.

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Où est… ? (Where is…?)

This is a phrase that you’ll need to use a lot in France, and it pays to memorize the names of a few places so you can get by if you’re stuck.

Here are some French phrases for travelers to build off of  “où est.”

Où est…

l’hôtel ? (the hotel?)

la banque ? (the bank?)

l’aéroport ? (the airport?)

le guichet ? (the ticket window?)

la plage ? (the beach?)

Quel temps va-t-il faire aujourd’hui ? (What will the weather be like today?)

Don’t forget that much of the time, the weather in France is described using the verb faire .

Learning some French vocabulary for weather is a great idea before you venture out—being able to understand what sun and rain are in French will help you to listen out for all the right words.

Il fait beau aujourd’hui (It’s beautiful weather today)

Il pleut (It’s raining)

Il fait chaud (It’s hot)

Il fait froid (It’s cold)

Il fait soleil / Il y a du soleil (It’s sunny)

Il fait venteux / Il y a du vent (It’s windy)

Est-ce que vous pourriez prendre ma photo, s’il vous plaît ? (Could you take my photo, please?)

Everyone loves a souvenir, and it’s likely that you’ll take your camera along with you to capture precious memories. In touristy zones, natives are used to being asked to take photos, but if you’re going to do it, it’s especially nice to be able to inquire in French.

If there are a group of you, replace ma photo (my photo) with notre photo (our photo). And to be polite, start your request with excusez-moi monsieur/madame .

Addressing someone by the equivalent of “sir” or “madam” in French is generally expected, so if in doubt, err on the side of being over-polite—the person taking your photo is much more likely to accept your request!

Pouvez-vous m’appeler un taxi, s’il vous plaît ? (Can you call me a taxi, please ?)

Getting home in France when public transport has stopped running can be a real worry, and unless you’re right next to a taxi stand, it can be very difficult to find a cab. If you’re at a venue late, ask this question to one of the staff.

Staff are likely to have all the information about local transport and taxis and normally will be able to supply you with one in no time at all! As usual, address the person in the most polite way you can and thank them for their help.

Learning about other forms of transport will also help you to no end, especially when you’re searching for a way to get home.

Le bus (The bus)

Le train (The train)

Le bateau (The boat)

Le car (The coach)

La voiture (The car)

Pouvez-vous m’aider ? (Can you help me?)

In the unlikely scenario that you get into trouble when in France, it’s really important to have armed yourself with the right words to get out of a bind. Even just knowing this phrase is incredibly handy.

Of course, just because you need help doesn’t mean you’re in trouble—you might just need directions . The above phrase can be used in those scenarios, too, and is a great way to identify people who are able to speak French and who know their way around town.

Où est l’ambassade américaine ? (Where is the American Embassy?)

Again, travel French isn’t just about getting around, eating well and having fun. There are also French phrases to know in case of emergency.

If you run into trouble in France, one good address to have on hand is that of the American embassy .  A stolen U.S. passport or ID card can be replaced at the embassy, and you might need their help if there is ever a political problem in France and you need to exit the country quickly.

That’s a rarity to be sure, but it’s better to be prepared while traveling!

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You’ll likely benefit from some further directional guidance while traveling around France. These phrases will come in handy.

Où est le métro ? (Where is the metro?)

Où sont les taxis ? (Where are the taxis?)

Où est la sortie ? (Where is the exit?)

C’est près d’ici ? (Is it close by?)

C’est loin ? (Is it far?)

Est-ce que ce bus passe par… (Does this bus pass by…)

Emmenez-moi à cette adresse, s’il vous plaît. (Take me to this address, please.)

Use this polite phrase with your taxi driver before you hand over that crumpled sticky note with François’ address on it.

Je vous dois combien ? (How much do I owe you?)

After your chauffeur de taxi (taxi driver) has so graciously driven you to François’ place, you’ll have to pay up.

Puis-je avoir un plan de la ville, s’il vous plaît ? (Can I have a map of the city, please?)

Use this phrase when you roll up to the  office de tourisme  (tourist office). You can also ask for a public transit map specifically:

Puis-je avoir un plan du métro, s’il vous plaît ? (Can I have a metro map, please?)

Je cherche… (I am looking for…)

Je cherche is another handy French travel phrase, especially if you’re traveling for the first time in a French city.

Unlike in English, where we say “I am looking for …” the French don’t use a preposition (“for”) after the verb, and simply follow this phrase with what they’re searching for.

Je cherche…

le bus (the bus)

un taxi (a taxi)

les toilettes (the toilets)

l’hôpital (the hospital)

Je ne comprends pas. (I don’t understand.)

A necessity if you’re trying to make conversation with a native, je ne comprends pas will serve you well if you ever get stuck.

Often, French people are so pleased to find a foreigner who’s able to speak their language that they’ll get a little carried away and enthusiastically try to start a complex conversation. While situations like these are incredible if you’re a learner, they can also be very intimidating.

Don’t worry if you don’t understand. Simply excuse yourself, say that you don’t understand and if you would like to continue the conversation, try the following French phrase:

Pouvez-vous répéter, s’il vous plaît ? (Could you repeat that, please?)

Parlez plus lentement, s’il vous plaît. (Speak a little slower, please.)

For French learners, the coveted native speed of speaking can seem unattainable, and while you can learn to understand it over time, it does take a little adjusting to. If you’re speaking to a local and would like them to speak a little more slowly, it’s better to just ask them, rather than suffering in silence.

Saying parlez plus lentement, s’il vous plaît  will let your speaking partner realize they might be going a little too fast for you, but that you would still like to continue.

If you’d like them to go back over something they’ve been talking about, you can again ask them to repeat themselves to have them re-cover a topic that might have gone over your head.

Don’t worry about seeming rude—French people are often willing to help learners with their language skills, and will likely have no problem adjusting their speed.

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If you’re traveling in France, you’ll probably be doing some shopping while you’re there!

Je suis à la recherche d’un… (I’m looking for a…) A great line for engaging the chipper shop girl, practicing your French and finding gifts for the folks back home.

Non, je regarde pour l’instant. (No, I’m [just] looking for the moment.)

C’est pour… (It’s for…)

Combien ça coûte ? (How much does this cost?)

Puis-je commander cela sur l’Internet ? (Can I order this on the internet?)

Je voudrais payer en liquide / espèces. (I would like to pay in cash.)

Est-ce que vous acceptez les cartes étrangères ? (Do you accept foreign cards?)

Be aware that paying for items when abroad may not work the same way as at home.

If you’re in a smaller town in France especially, it’s always worth checking with hotels or shop owners if they accept foreign modes of transaction. Asking est-ce que vous acceptez les cartes étrangères ?  will ensure that you don’t find yourself in any sticky payment situations down the line.

If you’re from North America, asking acceptez-vous les cartes sans puce ? (do you accept non-chip cards?) might be more to the point. Many North American cards don’t have chip-and-pin security, and some stores in France don’t have magnetic strip readers.

Generally, most tourist destinations will be equipped to deal with foreign credit cards, but if you’re ever not sure, it always pays to double check!

À quelle heure est-ce que cela ferme ? (What time does it close?)

Across France, especially in the summer months, it’s worth checking out closing times. To ask when a shop or attraction is closing, use this question.

On the other hand, to inquire when a place will be opening, ask à quelle heure est-ce que cela ouvre ? (what time does it open?). Both of these phrases are really essential when traveling, so make sure you learn them ahead of time!

And remember, French time works a little differently and is often given on a 24-hour cycle, so if someone responds with dix-sept heures   (literally, “17 hours”), they mean 5 p.m.

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French cuisine is famous around the world, so what better place to try it than in its country of origin? These French phrases will help you make the most of dining in France.

Une table pour 4, s’il vous plaît. (A table for 4, please.

Le menu, s’il vous plaît. (The menu, please.)

La carte des vins, s’il vous plaît. (The wine menu, please.)

Est-ce que le service est compris ? (Is the tip included?)

C’est trop bon ! (This is so good!)

J’ai bien mangé.   (I ate well/I’m full.)

Je suis répu / repue.  (I’m satisfied/I’m full.) This one will really impress people. This is some real français   soutenu  (formal French) , and you’ll rarely hear a young French person say this.

On prend l’apéro ensemble ? (Let’s have an apéritif together?)

An apéritif is a beverage one drinks before eating—typically something alcoholic like whiskey, vodka or  pastis , for example.

Je voudrais… (I would like…)

Je voudrais is likely to be a phrase that you’ll need to use very frequently—when ordering food , attending new places or just trying to buy something in a shop.

While most phrasebooks will contain the names of most foods and items that you would need to order, it’s worth remembering a few so that you don’t get stuck in a sticky situation! Here are a few you may want to commit to memory.

Je voudrais…

un café (a coffee)

une bière (a beer)

une baguette (a baguette)

de l’eau (some water)

l’addition (the bill)

À votre santé ! (To your health!)

Say this right before you clink glasses with your new French pals. Be sure to make eye contact while doing so .

You can also just say santé !  (health!). À  la vôtre !   (to yours!) is also a good option when you’re with more than one person or having a tête-à-tête  (one-on-one discussion) with a distinguished gentleperson.

À la tienne !   (to yours!) works for casual one-on-one scenarios. Tchin tchin !   (clink clink!)   has the benefit of being pretty cute and onomatopoeic.

You’re sure to exude a certain  je ne sais quoi  (“I don’t know what”) as well as an ease with pronouns .

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You’ve done the museums, the galleries, the restaurants, the cafés… time to party!

Ça te dit d’aller boire un verre ce soir ? (Want to go get a drink tonight?)

J’ai envie de faire la fête ! (I want to party!)

On s’installe là-bas ? (Let’s sit over there?)

Je voudrais une pinte de blonde / un verre de vin.  (I would like a pint of light ale/glass of wine.)

On va prendre la bouteille. (We’ll take the bottle.)

On prend des shooters ! (We’re taking shots!)

Est-ce qu’il y a un after ? (Is there an after party?)

Je suis crevé / crevée, j’y vais.  (I’m spent, I’m leaving.)

Rentrez-bien ! (Get home safely!) A good phrase to keep in your pocket when you’re leaving your party animal friends in the club.

Je me suis vraiment bien amusé / amusée.  (I really enjoyed myself.) Did your new French pals take you on an exhilarating tour of the coins et  recoins (nooks and crannies) of a charming neighborhood? Then let them know that you had fun!

Find a French phrasebook for travelers

Collins French Phrasebook and Dictionary (Collins Gem)

Before you travel, you’re going to want to arm yourself with a few essentials, and at the top of your list should be a really great French phrasebook . Although I’ve just given you lots of helpful, common French travel phrases, it’s always good to be ready for any eventuality, and a phrasebook will act as a great backup.

One great phrasebooks for French learners are the “Collins French Phrasebook,” which contains a French dictionary for your convenience.

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For more options, you’ll want to explore Lonely Planet   to see what’s available. There are French phrasebooks for every corner of the French-speaking world, and some have additional features like accompanying audio files, travel guides or apps.

Research local customs

Wherever you go in France, you’ll find a whole host of things that make the area unique. Whether it’s local French cooking , events or linguistic differences, it pays to research the place you’re going and, if necessary, learn a few basic French phrases relating to whatever may be going on around you.

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In Paris, for example, some museums and galleries are free to all on the first Sunday of the month—a deal worth taking full advantage of! If you want to check out the region to which you’re traveling, France.fr is a great place to do so.

And of course, your French phrasebooks or regional travel guides can offer you insight into customs, culture, etiquette and holidays.

Make a list of activities

Just getting to France may seem like a dream come true, but unless you have some idea of how you want to spend your time, it can pass you by in a haze.

Before you leave for your trip, try making a list of things you’d like to do. This way, you can adjust the phrases you learn accordingly and be ready to ask about certain exhibitions in the area or how to find a place to eat that serves a certain local dish you’d like to try.

Spontaneity is wonderful, but a little planning doesn’t hurt, either!

Use an immersion program

You can get used to hearing the French language before you leave your house with immersion programs. Using an immersion program at home is a good way to get used to the sounds and natural speed of the language. It’s also a way to hear turns of phrases , filler words and slang —basically, parts of the language that are rarely taught in textbooks. Learn these, and your French will sound much more natural.

Learn polite French terms of address

The French take manners very seriously, and if you’re meeting someone for the first time, or talking to a stranger, it’s important that you address them in the right way.

If you’re trying to attract the attention of someone who might be able to help you, say either “hello sir/madam” or “excuse me sir/madam” in French, as given above. Similarly, when you enter a shop, it’s always nice to greet the shopkeeper by saying hello or good morning, also as you learned above.

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There are also different terms of address in French, and depending on how well you know someone, you’ll have to address them in a certain way. For people you know, you can say tu (you) when talking to them. This can also be used for children and animals.

For strangers, figures of authority or your elders, you must use  vous (you). This is a much more polite term of address, and expected when you haven’t gotten to know someone well yet.

If you’re struggling to know which one to use, always veer on the side of caution and use  vous. The other person will tell you if they want you to say tu to them instead!

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On the eve of the Olympic Games, the Parisian food scene is flexing its muscles, from legendary restaurants making a comeback to a Japanese tea ceremony and 50 shades of bistronomy.

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Since the Middle Ages, Paris has been a ‘Cockaigne’ – a land of plenty, a cornucopia, a warehouse stocked with the best produce from the French provinces and beyond. In 2024, with the Olympics on the horizon, this still holds true, and Paris is limbering up for its own gourmet games. All disciplines and categories are represented, from Japanese chefs to young, home-grown MICHELIN-Starred talent, from revered restaurants to bistros in all their contemporary incarnations. Let the games begin!

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At Akabeko , it’s all about a subtle, French-Japanese omakase menu created by Yasuo Nanaumi. The experienced Japanese chef opened the restaurant with his son, who takes care of proceedings front of house. In this gorgeous little place, diners can shift seamlessly between the two cultures, as they tuck into dishes such as foie gras with teriyaki sauce or deep-fried sole goujonnettes with dashi. Yuichiro Akiyoshi ( Chakaiseki Akiyoshi , new star restaurant) serves up so much more than a meal. Expect a poetic interlude centred on the tea ceremony (lasting three hours) with subdued lighting and contemplative stillness; here, you forget the noise and furious pace of the city outside. Originally from Fukuoka, the chef spent 10 years in a Three Star restaurant in Kyoto, learning cha-kaiseki, the traditional Japanese culinary art based on the idea that food should complement tea. A unique restaurant in Paris. Finally, in Chef Tomoyuki Yoshinaga's Sushi Yoshinaga (new star restaurant), Paris has one of the finest restaurants dedicated to the art of sushi. The produce used smacks of exceptional quality: ikejime fish from Brittany, in particular, plus caviar, sea urchin, abalone, wild eel and matured bluefin tuna of a quality that one rarely has the opportunity to taste. The art of cutting fish, the exceptional skill of the chef, the different temperatures of the rice, the various soy sauces used to complement the fish... it has all the elements of an exceptional dining experience.

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Maison Dubois (new star restaurant) may be Arthur Dubois's first restaurant but the fact remains that his dishes are nothing if not impressive. Carefully selected ingredients, proven expertise, impeccable technique – the chef shows he is a dab hand at putting a new spin on classic cuisine, in which the influence of his mentor, Pierre Gagnaire, makes its presence felt. The man behind Onor (pronounced ‘honour’, with good reason) is Thierry Marx, an up-and-coming chef who seems destined to make a name for himself. In a nautical-inspired setting (incorporating a wealth of recycled materials) reminiscent of a bijou luxury brasserie, the chef dances to his own tune, supported by his right-hand man Ricardo Silva. The menu switches between nods to Asia and the chef's classics, showcasing this judo enthusiast's many talents. On the rooftop of the Hôtel Cheval-Blanc, a surprise awaited our Inspectors: the luxury brasserie Le Tout-Paris , whose all-encompassing view is enough to whet the appetite. Leading chefs Arnaud Donckele and Maxime Frédéric oversee the kitchen, where top-quality produce is prepared either simply (langoustine and pike quenelles accompanied by velvety pike heads with rosemary), or more elaborately (black pudding à la royale with gnocchi, juniper berries and savory). Géosmine (new star restaurant) is named for the smell that rises from freshly ploughed or wet soil, hinting at the ‘natural’ cuisine that Chef Maxime Bouttier's restaurant has in store for diners. Originally from the Sarthe ‘département’ in northwestern France, where he used to hurry after school to watch the cows being milked, he serves cow udders at his trendy restaurant in the 11th arrondissement. This offal is cooked in a seaweed broth before being pan-fried in butter, lightly grilled on the barbecue, placed on a tartare of seaweed, and topped with a little caviar and finished with two sauces. A creative dish, emblematic of a chef with a strong personality.

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Putin says Moscow attack was carried out by "radical Islamists." But he also blames Ukraine

From CNN's Mariya Knight in Atlanta, Darya Tarasova and Sugam Pokharel in London

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a statement on Monday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that the brutal attack at a Moscow concert hall on Friday was carried out by “radical Islamists.” 

“We know that the crime was committed by radical Islamists, whose ideology the Islamic world itself has been fighting for centuries,” Putin said.

He also again suggested that Ukraine was to blame for the attack.

“It is also necessary to answer the question why the terrorists tried to go to Ukraine after committing a crime, who was waiting for them there? It is clear that those who support the Kyiv regime do not want to be accomplices of terror and sponsors of terrorism, but there are really a lot of questions,” he said in a meeting via videoconference with government officials, special services and law enforcement agencies on measures taken after the terrorist attack, according to the Kremlin.

“We know by whose hands this atrocity was committed against Russia and its people, and we are interested in who the instigator is,” Putin said.

ISIS claimed responsibility for the massacre and released graphic footage showing the incident – but the Kremlin has alleged, without evidence, that the perpetrators planned to flee to Ukraine. Kyiv has vehemently denied involvement and called the Kremlin’s claims “absurd.”

Putin on Saturday also claimed that a “window” had been prepared for the attackers to escape to Ukraine. He did not provide evidence.

The post has been updated with more details from Putin's remarks.

Death toll in Moscow concert hall attack rises to 139, Russian official says

From CNN’s Dasha Tarasova in London

People place flowers at a makeshift memorial in front of the Crocus City concert hall on Monday.

Two more people have been confirmed dead following a brutal attack at a Moscow concert hall on Friday, taking the death toll to at least 139 killed, a senior Russian official said on Monday.

“Initial results of the investigation indicate that the attack was carefully planned and prepared,” Alexander Bastrykin, the head of the Investigative Committee of Russia, said in a live TV broadcast.

Here's the numbers he provided:

  • Deaths: 139 people killed. 137 died on the spot, two died in hospitals.
  • Identified: 75 of 139 people have been identified, including three children.
  • Cause of death: 40 people died from gunshot wounds, two people died from a combination of gunshot and stab wounds. As a result of the fire, 45 people died from exposure to high temperature and combustion products.

US says that it warned Russia in early March of possible terror attack despite ambassador's denial

From CNN’s Michael Conte 

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller speaks to the media on Monday.

The US State Department said Monday that the United States had warned Russia in early March about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow “potentially targeting large gatherings, including concerts."

Spokesperson Matthew Miller was responding to a denial by the Russian Ambassador to the US Anatoly Antonov that Moscow received any warning.

“We gave them that private warning consistent with our duty to warn ... when we see or when we gather intelligence of terrorist attacks or potential terrorist attacks,” Miller said at a press briefing. 

He noted the United States on March 7 warned US citizens to avoid large gatherings in Moscow.

Russian President Vladimir Putin had described the security warning as “provocative” and “outright blackmail” before the attack.

“It was because of that warning that we passed on to the Russian government that we issued a security warning on March 7, where we again said to US citizens that we had information about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow… potentially targeting large gatherings including concerts,” Miller added. 

Here's what you need to know about the Moscow concert hall attack that killed 137 people

From CNN staff

Flowers are left near the Crocus City concert hall on Monday.

All four suspects in the Crocus City concert hall attack case have been remanded into pre-trial detention until May 22. They are charged with committing a terrorist act, according to the courts of general jurisdiction of the city of Moscow, which under the Russian Criminal Code is punishable by up to life imprisonment.

Three of the defendants pled guilty to all charges, according to state media news agency TASS.

All four are from Tajikistan, a former Soviet republic, and had been in Russia on either temporary or expired visas.

On Monday afternoon, authorities said they had identified an additional three people who they believed were involved in the attack — two brothers and a father.

Friday's attack killed at least 137 people. The attack is Russia's deadliest in two decades .

Catch up on the latest developments:

  • Day of mourning: Russian President Vladimir Putin declared Sunday a day of national mourning for the 137 victims in Friday's attack .
  • Authorities work to identify victims: Procedures to identify those killed in the attack have begun, the city’s Department of Health said, according to Russian state news agency RIA Novosti. The Russian Investigative Committee said 62 bodies had been identified so far, adding that "for the remaining victims, genetic examinations are being carried out to establish their identities."
  • Fighting terrorism in Syria and Turkey: Putin held separate calls with his Turkish and Syrian counterparts, Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Bashar al-Assad, on Saturday and promised closer cooperation in fighting terrorism following the attack, according to a Kremlin readout.
  • Russian Embassy says no warnings from US: The Russian Embassy in Washington says it did not receive any warnings about a potential attack in Moscow from the US. Last week, Putin dismissed warnings by the US embassy in Russia that there could be attacks on large groups.
  • Putin links attack to Ukraine: Putin said the main suspects arrested planned to flee into Ukraine. Ukraine has denied any connection. The UK warned that Russia was creating a "smokescreen of propaganda."
  • Terror alert: France has lifted its terror alert to its highest level following the deadly attack in Moscow, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said Sunday.

Russian social media channels show apparent torture of Crocus City suspects

From CNN’s Nathan Hodge

Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, a suspect in the deadly terrorist attack in Moscow, sits behind a glass wall of an enclosure during a court appearance on Sunday. His ear was heavily bandaged.

Video footage and still images have appeared on Russian social media that appear to show the violent interrogation of several of the men alleged to have taken part in the deadly terror attack on a concert hall outside Moscow Friday. 

One video appears to show one of the suspects, Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, being held on the ground while having part of his ear cut off by a camouflage-wearing interrogator. Rachabalizoda later appeared in court with a heavily bandaged ear. 

The Grey Zone, a pro-Kremlin Telegram channel, published a still photograph that claims to show the electrocution of one of the detained suspects.

Margarita Simonyan, the editor-in-chief of Russian state propaganda network RT, posted a video that appears to show the interrogation of another suspect, Shamsidin Fariduni, who is shown stammering and shaking as he is questioned by interrogators off camera. Fariduni subsequently appeared in court with a bruised face. 

CNN asked the Kremlin about the “visible signs of violence” committed against the suspects, but spokesperson Dmitry Peskov declined to comment.  

Russian Investigative Committee asks court to detain three more in connection with concert hall attack

From CNN's Tim Lister and Darya Tarasova

The Russian Investigative Committee says it has established that more people were involved in Friday's Crocus City terror attack beyond the four men alleged to have carried out the attack.

“According to the investigation, in order to commit a terrorist act, Shamsidin Fariduni recruited Aminchon Islomov into the organized group no later than January 2024, and Dilovar Islomov no later than March 11, 2024,” the Investigative Committee said on Telegram. 

The three individuals are two brothers and their father, Russian state media agency TASS said. Investigators are asking the Basmanny Court of Moscow to choose a preventive measure for the three defendants, the court told TASS.

“Three more materials were received regarding the accused Islomov Aminchon Isroilovich, Islomov Dilovar Isroilovich, as well as the suspect Islomov IsroilIbragimovich,” the court said, according to TASS. Fariduni was one of those detained in Bryansk Saturday. Both Aminchon and Dilovar Islomov appeared in Basmanny court in Moscow Monday. State news agency TASS said that Dilovar Islomov is a citizen of the Russian Federation and works as a taxi driver, citing court documents.

Russian state news agency RIA said Dilovar Islomov “owned the Renault car in which the terrorists fled the crime scene, sold it in February, and the compulsory motor liability insurance remained on him,” citing a source familiar with the situation.

Here's what to know about ISIS-K, the group linked to the Moscow concert hall terror attack

From CNN's Jessie Yeung

A view shows the burned out Crocus City hall venue, the scene of Friday's attack outside Moscow, on Saturday, March 23.

ISIS, also known as the Islamic State group, claimed responsibility for  Friday’s deadly assault  on a concert venue in Moscow, releasing graphic footage purporting to show its gunmen carrying out what was Russia’s worst terror attack in decades.

Here's what we know about the group:

When was it formed?: ISIS-K was formed in 2015 and has been active in  Afghanistan , Pakistan and Iran. It is a branch of ISIS, the terror group that emerged in Syria and Iraq and, at its peak, controlled a huge stretch of territory. Five years since the  fall of ISIS’ self-proclaimed caliphate  across Iraq and Syria, the group has morphed into a terror network with cells spread around the world, including in Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and Southeast Asia.

How is it linked to ISIS? The connection between the groups is not entirely clear. The affiliates share an ideology and tactics, but the depth of their relationship – such as the chain of command and control – has never been fully established.

What is its ideology?: Like its parent organization, ISIS-K aims to create a “pure Islamic state,” according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) – describing the group’s vision of a “global, transnational caliphate” governed by Sharia law.

Why attack Russia?: ISIS has a longstanding animosity against Russia and Putin, several experts told CNN. “Russia has been at the top or near the top of the list of ISIS for many years,” said Daniel Byman, director of Georgetown University’s security studies program.

Read more about  ISIS-K here.

Russians return to site of Moscow terror attack to offer condolences

From CNN's Matthew Chance and Katharina Krebs in Moscow

A mans lays flowers at a makeshift memorial outside Crocus City hall on Monday.

Four days after Friday's Moscow terror attack, some 200 people gathered at the site of the attack Monday morning, offering condolences to the victims, a CNN team in Moscow reports.

While the crowd was much smaller than the numbers who were at the Crocus City hall on Sunday, a steady flow of people were bringing flowers and stuffed toys to the scene, according to the CNN team. Candles were also laid next to the memorial.

A Russian Red Cross tent is set up at the location to provide psychological help. The CNN team said volunteers are helping people with directions on where to pick up belongings or cars left on Friday. The main entrance of the Crocus hall remains barricaded off, with police buses and emergency vehicles clearing rubble. Search operations are still ongoing.

The victims: Moscow's Department of Health published an updated list of those still hospitalized in the capital's medical institutions after the attack, consisting of 76 names.

At least 137 people died in the attack after gunmen opened fire on people inside the hall, and set fire to the building. Of them, at least three were children. President Vladimir Putin declared Sunday a day of national mourning, vowing to punish the perpetrators and expressing condolences to those who had lost loved ones.

Tajikistan reiterates readiness to cooperate with Russia against terrorism after Moscow concert attack 

From CNN's Anna Chernova

Following the identification of the four men charged with carrying out the attack in Moscow on Friday as Tajik nationals, Tajikistan has reiterated its readiness to fight terrorism together with Russia.

The Russian state news agency TASS published video Monday showing Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda writing a note in the book of condolences at the Russian embassy in Dushanbe.

State-run RIA Novosti reported on its Telegram channel that Tajikistan is providing assistance to the Russian investigation “in the case of the terrorist attack in Crocus,” citing a source in Tajikistan’s special services. It reported that a source in the Russian Foreign Ministry had confirmed that “Tajikistan specialists are providing assistance to investigators from Russia in connection with the arrest of citizens of the republic in the case of a terrorist attack.”

On Sunday, the Kremlin said that Russian President Vladimir Putin had spoken with his Tajik counterpart Emomali Rahmon, who had expressed “deep condolences and feelings of solidarity with the Russian people in connection with the death of civilians as a result of the vile terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall."

“During the conversation, Vladimir Putin and Emomali Rahmon noted that special services and relevant departments of Russia and Tajikistan are working closely in the field of countering terrorism, and this work will be intensified,” the Kremlin said. 

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These Lesser-Known Caribbean Destinations Are True Island Paradises

Posted: June 6, 2023 | Last updated: February 20, 2024

Unhurried and unspoiled by mass tourism, these easy-going Caribbean islands have lashings of old-fashioned charm and are the perfect antidote to some of the region’s overdeveloped and congested isles. Here, we recommend a handful of little-known destinations that might not have the glitz and glamor of some Caribbean hot spots, but where you’ll find secluded beaches, breathtaking rainforest trails and culture aplenty.

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<p>Harbour Island in The Bahamas has been touted as the <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/carriecoolidge/2018/01/08/harbour-island-in-the-bahamas-is-the-best-place-for-a-tropical-escape/">best place for a tropical escape</a>, and sister island Eleuthera is every bit as enticing. The twin islands are only separated by a narrow stretch of water and a five-minute ferry ride, but both offer something entirely unique. While Harbour Island is a charming seaside town decorated with New England-style architecture, Eleuthera is a wild and beautiful stretch of land, home to pristine beaches and rocky alcoves.</p>

Harbour Island and Eleuthera, The Bahamas

Harbour Island in The Bahamas has been touted as the best place for a tropical escape , and sister island Eleuthera is every bit as enticing. The twin islands are only separated by a narrow stretch of water and a five-minute ferry ride, but both offer something entirely unique. While Harbour Island is a charming seaside town decorated with New England-style architecture, Eleuthera is a wild and beautiful stretch of land, home to pristine beaches and rocky alcoves.

<p>Both islands have dreamy stretches of sand, in the form of Twin Coves Beach on Eleuthera and Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island. The latter was even named the second-best beach in the world by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/duncanmadden/2019/09/19/ranked-the-top-ten-best-beaches-in-the-world/?sh=1904c68f5a4b">Alpha Travel Insurance</a> in 2019. Looking at a range of factors, including visitor ratings, average water temperatures and average number of sunny days, the company declared Pink Sand Beach a must-visit.</p>

Both islands have dreamy stretches of sand, in the form of Twin Coves Beach on Eleuthera and Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island. The latter was even named the second-best beach in the world by Alpha Travel Insurance in 2019. Looking at a range of factors, including visitor ratings, average water temperatures and average number of sunny days, the company declared Pink Sand Beach a must-visit.

<p>Aside from stunning shorelines, the twin islands have plenty to offer. Stroll through the streets of Harbour Island's Dunmore Town, soaking up its colorful clapboard houses; take a short boat ride to St. George's Cay, off the northern tip of Eleuthera, where the charming fishing village of Spanish Wells can be explored; and don't miss Queen's Bath and Glass Window Bridge, two of Eleuthera's greatest treasures.</p>

Aside from stunning shorelines, the twin islands have plenty to offer. Stroll through the streets of Harbour Island's Dunmore Town, soaking up its colorful clapboard houses; take a short boat ride to St. George's Cay, off the northern tip of Eleuthera, where the charming fishing village of Spanish Wells can be explored; and don't miss Queen's Bath and Glass Window Bridge, two of Eleuthera's greatest treasures.

<p>Three airports service Eleuthera, and Harbour Island is a mere ferry trip away, making it an easy alternative option for those seeking sun, sea and seclusion. Plus, each spring Eleuthera usually hosts the All That Jazz Festival, while January is The Bahamas International Film Festival – both of which are well worth making the trip for. If you're looking for picture-perfect views and total tranquillity, book yourself into <a href="https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/elhak-french-leave-resort-autograph-collection/">French Leave Resort</a> in Governor's Harbour on Eleuthera.</p>

Three airports service Eleuthera, and Harbour Island is a mere ferry trip away, making it an easy alternative option for those seeking sun, sea and seclusion. Plus, each spring Eleuthera usually hosts the All That Jazz Festival, while January is The Bahamas International Film Festival – both of which are well worth making the trip for. If you're looking for picture-perfect views and total tranquillity, book yourself into French Leave Resort in Governor's Harbour on Eleuthera.

<p>Just a 12-minute flight south of Sint Maarten, this forested five-square-mile (13sq km) island oozes low-key tropical charm. Rising dramatically out of the ocean, Saba is a dormant volcano that's worlds away from the flashy resorts and mass tourism of many other Caribbean isles. A vacation here is all about hiking, diving and, most importantly, chilling out.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/73178/the-worlds-most-incredible-active-volcanoes-you-can-visit">These are the world's most jaw-dropping active volcanoes</a></strong></p>

Saba, Lesser Antilles, Dutch Caribbean

Just a 12-minute flight south of Sint Maarten, this forested five-square-mile (13sq km) island oozes low-key tropical charm. Rising dramatically out of the ocean, Saba is a dormant volcano that's worlds away from the flashy resorts and mass tourism of many other Caribbean isles. A vacation here is all about hiking, diving and, most importantly, chilling out.

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<p>The Dutch, Spanish, French and English all squabbled over Saba, and it was finally colonized by the Dutch in 1816. It's now part of a special municipality of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, along with Sint Eustatius and Bonaire. You can delve into the island’s history and hear stories about its past life as a haunt of pirates at the Dutch Museum of Saba.</p>

The Dutch, Spanish, French and English all squabbled over Saba, and it was finally colonized by the Dutch in 1816. It's now part of a special municipality of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, along with Sint Eustatius and Bonaire. You can delve into the island’s history and hear stories about its past life as a haunt of pirates at the Dutch Museum of Saba.

<p>You won't find sandy beaches on this island, but it does have some of the region’s best snorkeling and diving opportunities. In Saba Marine Park, you can duck beneath the water's surface to spot hawksbill turtles, barracuda, colorful sponges and coral ridges. Above ground, hikers can pass through beautiful cloud forests and enjoy panoramic views from the top of Mount Scenery, the island’s highest point.</p>

You won't find sandy beaches on this island, but it does have some of the region’s best snorkeling and diving opportunities. In Saba Marine Park, you can duck beneath the water's surface to spot hawksbill turtles, barracuda, colorful sponges and coral ridges. Above ground, hikers can pass through beautiful cloud forests and enjoy panoramic views from the top of Mount Scenery, the island’s highest point.

<p>Check into the <a href="http://www.cottage-club.com">Cottage Club Hotel</a>, a serene spot with a stunning location on the outskirts of Windwardside. With Mount Scenery as a backdrop, the hotel's fragrant tropical gardens house a string of charming little cottages, built in traditional Saban style, and a lovely swimming pool with dreamy sea views.</p>  <p><strong><a href="http://bit.ly/3roL4wv">Love this? Follow our Facebook page for more travel inspiration</a></strong></p>

Check into the  Cottage Club Hotel , a serene spot with a stunning location on the outskirts of Windwardside. With Mount Scenery as a backdrop, the hotel's fragrant tropical gardens house a string of charming little cottages, built in traditional Saban style, and a lovely swimming pool with dreamy sea views.

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<p>Those who have discovered this little jewel don’t like to share it. Sint Eustatius in the Dutch Caribbean – known locally as Statia – is just six-miles (10km) long and three-miles (5km) wide, with a population of just over 3,000. It’s dominated by the Quill, a dormant volcano that looms over the isle, and is a favorite with hikers. The walk up the peak, which rises to around 2,000 feet (601m), and the descent into its semi-tropical rainforest-filled crater, is nothing short of spectacular.</p>

Sint Eustatius, Dutch Caribbean

Those who have discovered this little jewel don’t like to share it. Sint Eustatius in the Dutch Caribbean – known locally as Statia – is just six-miles (10km) long and three-miles (5km) wide, with a population of just over 3,000. It’s dominated by the Quill, a dormant volcano that looms over the isle, and is a favorite with hikers. The walk up the peak, which rises to around 2,000 feet (601m), and the descent into its semi-tropical rainforest-filled crater, is nothing short of spectacular.

<p>Landed upon by Christopher Columbus in 1493, Statia changed hands 22 times between the French, Dutch and the English, until the Dutch eventually won out in 1816. The teeny isle is still peppered with forts, including the restored Fort Oranje, which dates from the 17th century. The island's diminutive capital Oranjestad, split by a cliff into an upper and lower town, is well worth exploring too.</p>

Landed upon by Christopher Columbus in 1493, Statia changed hands 22 times between the French, Dutch and the English, until the Dutch eventually won out in 1816. The teeny isle is still peppered with forts, including the restored Fort Oranje, which dates from the 17th century. The island's diminutive capital Oranjestad, split by a cliff into an upper and lower town, is well worth exploring too.

<p>Many ships met their fate around these waters and wreck dives are one of Statia’s big attractions. The island's marine park has 36 dive sites, including huge anchors, walls, pristine coral reef and volcanic pinnacles. Keep a look out for blue beads as you dive: they were used as trading currency by the Dutch West India Company and can still be found in the waters around Statia whenever a storm stirs up the sand. Local legend has it that if you find one you’ll be sure to return.</p>

Many ships met their fate around these waters and wreck dives are one of Statia’s big attractions. The island's marine park has 36 dive sites, including huge anchors, walls, pristine coral reef and volcanic pinnacles. Keep a look out for blue beads as you dive: they were used as trading currency by the Dutch West India Company and can still be found in the waters around Statia whenever a storm stirs up the sand. Local legend has it that if you find one you’ll be sure to return.

<p>Big resorts are not a thing here, and the island is all the better for it. <a href="http://www.statiaharborviewapartments.com/#&panel1-1">Rent an apartment in Oranjestad</a>, or book in to <a href="https://www.theoldginhouse.com/">The Old Gin House</a> (pictured), a quaint hotel just a short walk from town and near the beach. Surrounded by bougainvillea and swaying palm trees, the idyllic property boasts oceanfront suites with superb views – be sure to head to the beachside restaurant for a sundowner too.</p>

Big resorts are not a thing here, and the island is all the better for it. Rent an apartment in Oranjestad , or book in to The Old Gin House (pictured), a quaint hotel just a short walk from town and near the beach. Surrounded by bougainvillea and swaying palm trees, the idyllic property boasts oceanfront suites with superb views – be sure to head to the beachside restaurant for a sundowner too.

For a taste of the sleepy and unspoiled Caribbean of old, look no further than this pretty little isle. Part of the southern Grenadines, Carriacou belongs to the nation of Grenada along with Petite Martinique. Home to around 9,000 people, it’s all sandy bays and wooded hills – an ideal place to escape, unwind and switch off. Aside from the slight bustle of the main town of Hillsborough, the island is refreshingly crowd-free.

Carriacou, Grenadines

<p>Carriacou has a distinct culture, with its music and vibrant festivals stemming from the islanders' African and European heritage – one to look out for is the Carriacou Maroon and String Band Music Festival, usually held every April. Be sure to visit the fascinating village of Windward too, which was once home to a group of Scottish boat builders, who settled here in the 19th century. Boat building and launching ceremonies remain a tradition and the island also normally hosts an annual regatta.</p>

Carriacou has a distinct culture, with its music and vibrant festivals stemming from the islanders' African and European heritage – one to look out for is the Carriacou Maroon and String Band Music Festival, usually held every April. Be sure to visit the fascinating village of Windward too, which was once home to a group of Scottish boat builders, who settled here in the 19th century. Boat building and launching ceremonies remain a tradition and the island also normally hosts an annual regatta.

<p>Much like those of its big sister Grenada, Carriacou’s beaches are white-sand stunning. Paradise Beach, a gorgeous stretch of sand in the village of L’Esterre, is a particularly lovely spot. It’s not all about lazing on the sand, though. Snorkelers and divers love the shallow reefs just off shore here, and hikers can enjoy some lovely walks such as the High North Nature Trail, a coastal woodland path hemming the High North National Park. Follow it to get to the idyllic secluded beach of Anse La Roche (pictured).</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/guides/76771/guide-to-grenada-caribbean-green-list-2021"><strong>Here's what to do in Carriacou's big sister, Grenada</strong></a></p>

Much like those of its big sister Grenada, Carriacou’s beaches are white-sand stunning. Paradise Beach, a gorgeous stretch of sand in the village of L’Esterre, is a particularly lovely spot. It’s not all about lazing on the sand, though. Snorkelers and divers love the shallow reefs just off shore here, and hikers can enjoy some lovely walks such as the High North Nature Trail, a coastal woodland path hemming the High North National Park. Follow it to get to the idyllic secluded beach of Anse La Roche (pictured).

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<p>Another must is zipping over to sister island <a href="https://www.puregrenada.com/about/petite-martinique/">Petite Martinique</a> (pictured) by speedboat – you can walk or hike around the tiny isle in around an hour, or ascend the 750-foot (230m) Piton for incredible views. There are several hotels on Carriacou as well as some lovely Airbnb properties such as <a href="https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/13124272?location=Carriacou%20and%20Petite%20Martinique%2C%20Grenada">pastel-colored Green Cottage at Bayaleau Point Cottages</a>, overlooking Windward Bay.</p>

Another must is zipping over to sister island Petite Martinique (pictured) by speedboat – you can walk or hike around the tiny isle in around an hour, or ascend the 750-foot (230m) Piton for incredible views. There are several hotels on Carriacou as well as some lovely Airbnb properties such as  pastel-colored Green Cottage at Bayaleau Point Cottages , overlooking Windward Bay.

<p>Overshadowed by glitzy big sister Grand Cayman and bijou baby sister Little Cayman, this rugged isle is the most down to earth of the three. This is where the locals say you’ll find the real Caymanian culture and where they come to get away from it all.</p>

Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands

Overshadowed by glitzy big sister Grand Cayman and bijou baby sister Little Cayman, this rugged isle is the most down to earth of the three. This is where the locals say you’ll find the real Caymanian culture and where they come to get away from it all.

<p>Tourism is not a big thing here – instead the residents tend to work in quarries or fish for a living. There are, however, a couple of lovely places to stay, including <a href="http://www.lesoleildor.com/rooms-in-the-cayman-islands">Le Soleil d’Or</a>, a 4-star hotel with a 20-acre organic farm.</p>

Tourism is not a big thing here – instead the residents tend to work in quarries or fish for a living. There are, however, a couple of lovely places to stay, including  Le Soleil d’Or , a 4-star hotel with a 20-acre organic farm.

<p>This trio of islands, which lie around halfway between Cuba and Honduras, are renowned for diving, with over 300 marked sites, high visibility and an array of marine life. Cayman Brac is no exception and has some world-class diving on offer, and some great wreck dives in particular. The wreck of MV Captain Keith Tibbetts, a Russian-built Cuban naval frigate, which sunk off the island's northwest coast in 1996, is one of the most popular spots. There’s also easy access to shallow underwater scenery for snorkelers.</p>

This trio of islands, which lie around halfway between Cuba and Honduras, are renowned for diving, with over 300 marked sites, high visibility and an array of marine life. Cayman Brac is no exception and has some world-class diving on offer, and some great wreck dives in particular. The wreck of MV Captain Keith Tibbetts, a Russian-built Cuban naval frigate, which sunk off the island's northwest coast in 1996, is one of the most popular spots. There’s also easy access to shallow underwater scenery for snorkelers.

<p>Hiking is another highlight of a vacation on this craggy isle, and visitors can enjoy cliff walks around the 140-foot (43m) bluff or "brac" (from which it takes its name) that drops dramatically into the sea. There are also caves to explore and trails that slice into the island's green center. Cayman Brac is a favorite with birdwatchers too, and there are over 200 species to spot – don’t miss the National Trust Parrot Reserve, which is home to the endangered Brac parrot.</p>

Hiking is another highlight of a vacation on this craggy isle, and visitors can enjoy cliff walks around the 140-foot (43m) bluff or "brac" (from which it takes its name) that drops dramatically into the sea. There are also caves to explore and trails that slice into the island's green center. Cayman Brac is a favorite with birdwatchers too, and there are over 200 species to spot – don’t miss the National Trust Parrot Reserve, which is home to the endangered Brac parrot.

<p>Known as Les Saintes, this quiet French archipelago, located around 10 miles (16km) southwest of Guadeloupe, is made up of seven islets and two inhabited islands, Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. Originally inhabited by fishermen from Brittany and Normandy, the French-speaking isles are fairly well-known in France but little-visited by other tourists. Larger cruise ships don’t come by these isles and, as a result, they ooze more seaside village charm than they do chic Caribbean resort luxury.</p>

Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe Islands, French Antilles

Known as Les Saintes, this quiet French archipelago, located around 10 miles (16km) southwest of Guadeloupe, is made up of seven islets and two inhabited islands, Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas. Originally inhabited by fishermen from Brittany and Normandy, the French-speaking isles are fairly well-known in France but little-visited by other tourists. Larger cruise ships don’t come by these isles and, as a result, they ooze more seaside village charm than they do chic Caribbean resort luxury.

<p>Slip into the slow-paced way of life by chartering a boat to sail around the isles. When the mood strikes, drop an anchor at one of the little bays for a snorkel, or to stretch out on the sands. You can even venture into the verdant inland. The two-hour hike from sparsely-populated Terre-de-Bas’ Grande Anse beach to the top of the Morne Abymes bluff is a very rewarding trail. Look out for iguanas scuttling in the bushes.</p>

Slip into the slow-paced way of life by chartering a boat to sail around the isles. When the mood strikes, drop an anchor at one of the little bays for a snorkel, or to stretch out on the sands. You can even venture into the verdant inland. The two-hour hike from sparsely-populated Terre-de-Bas’ Grande Anse beach to the top of the Morne Abymes bluff is a very rewarding trail. Look out for iguanas scuttling in the bushes.

<p>Meanwhile, Terre-de-Haut, the most populous island, is home to some great beaches, a ruined fort and a good few laid-back bars and bistros. Hire a scooter or electric car (there are very few cars on the island) to wind your way up to Fort Napoléon, which is perched on a bluff nearly 400 feet (122m) above the bay. It has staggering views across the island and Les Saintes Bay, an UNESCO-listed beauty. </p>

Meanwhile, Terre-de-Haut, the most populous island, is home to some great beaches, a ruined fort and a good few laid-back bars and bistros. Hire a scooter or electric car (there are very few cars on the island) to wind your way up to Fort Napoléon, which is perched on a bluff nearly 400 feet (122m) above the bay. It has staggering views across the island and Les Saintes Bay, an UNESCO-listed beauty. 

<p>There are some gorgeous places to stay here, including charming antique-filled <a href="https://petitssaints.com/">Les Petits Saintes</a>. Set above Les Saintes Bay, it has lush tropical gardens, a fabulous pool and a French chef dishing up sophisticated cuisine – as you’d expect in a French outpost, the food here is a highlight.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/96347/the-worlds-empty-and-beautiful-beaches-from-above">Take a look at the world's beautiful beaches from above</a></strong></p>

There are some gorgeous places to stay here, including charming antique-filled  Les Petits Saintes . Set above Les Saintes Bay, it has lush tropical gardens, a fabulous pool and a French chef dishing up sophisticated cuisine – as you’d expect in a French outpost, the food here is a highlight.

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<p>Bequia is the second-largest of the 32 islands and cays that make up the island state of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, after the capital island of St. Vincent. But it's still bijou by anyone’s standards at just seven square miles (18sq km). This pretty-as-a-picture isle has a lot going for it: long golden stretches of sand, colorful little villages dotting the lush green hillsides and a strong sense of its own cultural identity.</p>

Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Bequia is the second-largest of the 32 islands and cays that make up the island state of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, after the capital island of St. Vincent. But it's still bijou by anyone’s standards at just seven square miles (18sq km). This pretty-as-a-picture isle has a lot going for it: long golden stretches of sand, colorful little villages dotting the lush green hillsides and a strong sense of its own cultural identity.

<p>Port Elizabeth is the entry point for passengers coming by ferry from St. Vincent and the other Grenadines, so it’s not quite as sleepy as some other spots on this list. But this does mean there's a fairly lively restaurant and nightlife scene here, should you want it – the local rum punch is a must-try! Elsewhere on the isle, though, the pace is much more relaxed.</p>

Port Elizabeth is the entry point for passengers coming by ferry from St. Vincent and the other Grenadines, so it’s not quite as sleepy as some other spots on this list. But this does mean there's a fairly lively restaurant and nightlife scene here, should you want it – the local rum punch is a must-try! Elsewhere on the isle, though, the pace is much more relaxed.

<p>There’s a cluster of small hotels, including luxury boutique <a href="https://www.fireflybequia.com">Firefly Plantation Bequia</a>, which is set on a centuries-old sugar plantation, plus a good range of self-catering options on the beach, in the hills or in villages. Rent a car to pootle about the island’s attractions (the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary is a must), stopping to explore wildly beautiful little bays, or to follow one of the many walking trails.</p>

There’s a cluster of small hotels, including luxury boutique  Firefly Plantation Bequia , which is set on a centuries-old sugar plantation, plus a good range of self-catering options on the beach, in the hills or in villages. Rent a car to pootle about the island’s attractions (the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary is a must), stopping to explore wildly beautiful little bays, or to follow one of the many walking trails.

<p>Unsurprisingly the diving here is excellent, so head out by boat to get acquainted with the local marine life. Alternatively, stay above the surface on a sailing trip – a picnic and swim on the nearby deserted island of Isle de Quatre makes for a wonderful excursion. If you'd rather simply embrace the island’s unhurried lifestyle, slip into a hammock and gaze out at the seriously gorgeous Grenadine views.</p>

Unsurprisingly the diving here is excellent, so head out by boat to get acquainted with the local marine life. Alternatively, stay above the surface on a sailing trip – a picnic and swim on the nearby deserted island of Isle de Quatre makes for a wonderful excursion. If you'd rather simply embrace the island’s unhurried lifestyle, slip into a hammock and gaze out at the seriously gorgeous Grenadine views.

<p>A lack of cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts has ensured that lush little Nevis has retained its old-fashioned Leeward Islands charm. But there's still plenty going on. Here, travelers can partake in everything from horseback riding to yoga retreats, watersports and lavish spas – there are also a wealth of <a href="https://nevisisland.com/nevis-history">historic sites</a> well worth exploring.</p>

Nevis, St Kitts and Nevis

A lack of cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts has ensured that lush little Nevis has retained its old-fashioned Leeward Islands charm. But there's still plenty going on. Here, travelers can partake in everything from horseback riding to yoga retreats, watersports and lavish spas – there are also a wealth of historic sites well worth exploring.

<p>For one, the historic capital of Charlestown is a wonderful place for a wander, thanks to its handsome 18th and 19th-century buildings and laid-back vibe. Inland, there are many gratifying trails into the isle's thickly forested interior, which is home to hummingbirds and monkeys.</p>

For one, the historic capital of Charlestown is a wonderful place for a wander, thanks to its handsome 18th and 19th-century buildings and laid-back vibe. Inland, there are many gratifying trails into the isle's thickly forested interior, which is home to hummingbirds and monkeys.

<p>The ascent to Nevis Peak, the green dormant volcano that dominates the island, beckons serious hikers, but if it’s lounging you’re after then Pinney’s Beach is the place to go. Nevis’ lovely long stretch of sand has none of the crowds of big sister St Kitts, but it does have shacks serving up delicious cocktails...</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/110299/the-worlds-most-remote-inhabited-islands">These are the world's most remote inhabited islands</a></strong></p>

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<p>Once you've watched the sunset, you can retreat to one of Nevis' gorgeous hotels. Many of the island's old plantations have been converted into small and stylish inns, including <a href="https://hermitagenevis.com">The Hermitage</a>, a family-run inn in the oldest wooden house on Nevis. Meals here are something else – served on the veranda of the 17th-century house, which overlooks mango and palm trees, the menu is full of local specialties and produce grown on site, as well as locally-caught seafood and a mammoth rum catalog.</p>

Once you've watched the sunset, you can retreat to one of Nevis' gorgeous hotels. Many of the island's old plantations have been converted into small and stylish inns, including  The Hermitage , a family-run inn in the oldest wooden house on Nevis. Meals here are something else – served on the veranda of the 17th-century house, which overlooks mango and palm trees, the menu is full of local specialties and produce grown on site, as well as locally-caught seafood and a mammoth rum catalog.

<p>Not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, Dominica lies between Guadeloupe and Martinique. Known as 'Nature Island', it doesn't have stretches of vanilla-white sands – but it does have forest trails, wildlife adventures, boutique hotels and Boiling Lake, the world's second-largest hot spring.</p>

Not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, Dominica lies between Guadeloupe and Martinique. Known as 'Nature Island', it doesn't have stretches of vanilla-white sands – but it does have forest trails, wildlife adventures, boutique hotels and Boiling Lake, the world's second-largest hot spring.

<p>Along with your bikini you’ll need to pack your walking boots as Dominica has plenty of hiking trails, including the Caribbean's longest, the Waitukubuli National Trail. A boat tour along the Indian River will take you through the rainforest with the chance to see native frogs and birds too.</p>

Along with your bikini you’ll need to pack your walking boots as Dominica has plenty of hiking trails, including the Caribbean's longest, the Waitukubuli National Trail. A boat tour along the Indian River will take you through the rainforest with the chance to see native frogs and birds too.

<p>Of course, the lush tropical isle is also home to its fair share of breathtaking waterfalls, natural hot pools and National Parks, making it a fantastic option for outdoor explorers. While the island was badly damaged during Hurricane Irma in September 2017, it has recovered well over the past couple of years and welcomes tourists with open arms.</p>

Of course, the lush tropical isle is also home to its fair share of breathtaking waterfalls, natural hot pools and National Parks, making it a fantastic option for outdoor explorers. While the island was badly damaged during Hurricane Irma in September 2017, it has recovered well over the past couple of years and welcomes tourists with open arms.

<p>If big 5-star, all-inclusive resorts are what you’re after, this isn’t the island for you. Here, you’ll find a smattering of boutique and independently-owned hotels, such as <a href="https://secretbay.dm/">Secret Bay</a>. Located near Portsmouth on the northwest coast, this rainforest resort boasts secluded clifftop villas, on-call chefs and secret beaches. Not too shabby then...</p>  <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/93463/the-coolest-hotels-on-earth"><strong>Check out the coolest hotels on Earth</strong></a></p>

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<p>This squiggle of an island might be a mere 35 square miles (91sq km), but it has 33 pristine beaches and luxurious hotels aplenty. In fact, it's a favorite haunt for celebs such as Kevin Bacon, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey. But the island, some seven miles (11km) north of Sint Maarten, is more than just a celebrity hot spot – it also retains a gloriously independent Caribbean spirit and a burgeoning food scene.</p>

Anguilla, Eastern Caribbean, British Overseas Territory

This squiggle of an island might be a mere 35 square miles (91sq km), but it has 33 pristine beaches and luxurious hotels aplenty. In fact, it's a favorite haunt for celebs such as Kevin Bacon, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey. But the island, some seven miles (11km) north of Sint Maarten, is more than just a celebrity hot spot – it also retains a gloriously independent Caribbean spirit and a burgeoning food scene.

<p>As you’d expect, the main activities on the island center around the beaches, with the many shipwrecks making it popular for snorkeling and scuba diving. Yet those who prefer to take a load off can simply unwind on the sand and take a dip in the island's crystal clear, bathwater-temperature waters whenever they feel the need...</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/65459/incredible-private-islands-you-can-actually-afford-to-rent">Discover the incredible private islands you can afford to rent</a></strong></p>

As you’d expect, the main activities on the island center around the beaches, with the many shipwrecks making it popular for snorkeling and scuba diving. Yet those who prefer to take a load off can simply unwind on the sand and take a dip in the island's crystal clear, bathwater-temperature waters whenever they feel the need...

<p>Anguilla has only really seen tourism take off in the past two decades, but the island was sadly devastated by Hurricane Irma in 2017. The good news is that it's now recovered and back open for business, and there's everything from more rustic small holdings to sleek resorts, such as <a href="https://lxrhotels3.hilton.com/lxr/zemi-beach-house/">Zemi Beach House</a> (pictured), to stay at. Luckily, you won’t find cruise ships packed with tourists – getting here usually involves an hour’s propeller plane from neighboring Antigua.</p>

Anguilla has only really seen tourism take off in the past two decades, but the island was sadly devastated by Hurricane Irma in 2017. The good news is that it's now recovered and back open for business, and there's everything from more rustic small holdings to sleek resorts, such as Zemi Beach House (pictured), to stay at. Luckily, you won’t find cruise ships packed with tourists – getting here usually involves an hour’s propeller plane from neighboring Antigua.

<p>Music fans should head here in March for the annual Moonsplash festival – it's been taking place since the 1990s, featuring a line-up of local reggae artists. August's Anguilla Summer Festival (pictured), with its colorful parades and all-day beach party, is another reason to make the trip.</p>  <p><strong><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/guides/88234/what-to-see-do-and-where-to-stay-on-anguilla-the-caribbean-island-unpsoiled">Discover more things to see, eat and do on the isle of Anguilla with our guide</a></strong></p>

Music fans should head here in March for the annual Moonsplash festival – it's been taking place since the 1990s, featuring a line-up of local reggae artists. August's Anguilla Summer Festival (pictured), with its colorful parades and all-day beach party, is another reason to make the trip.

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