Category Archives: France

A SPECTACULAR TRIP FOR A SPECTACULAR CAUSE FLORENCE, LUCCA, AND VENICE

Posted on November 2, 2023 by debbie

– by Sharon King Hoge Those participating on the adventurous trip, always referred to as friends by AFV, gathered together this October in Italy. The American Friends of Versailles was thrilled to present one of the most extraordinary benefit trips … Continue reading →

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New York Social Diary

Posted on January 17, 2022 by debbie

The American Friends of Versailles travelers at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna PART ONE JANUARY 16, 2022 PART TWO JANUARY 19, 2022

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A Special Philanthropic Trip and Tribute

Posted on October 8, 2018 by debbie

Story and photos by Sharon King Hoge A Special Philanthropic Trip and Tribute A trip to Paris is always memorable. But ultra-memorable is the chance for visitors to hobnob with the First Lady of France, the head of the French … Continue reading →

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American Friends of Versailles in Paris, Part 2

Posted on September 17, 2018 by debbie

Monday, September 17, 2018 American Friends of Versailles in Paris, Part 2 An all-white fireworks display at the palace concluded the grand fete, a breathtaking celebration for a worthy achievement. by Sharon Hoge and Jeanne Lawrence  On Friday, we recounted … Continue reading →

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Paris Social Diary: American Friends of Versailles in Paris

Posted on September 14, 2018 by debbie

Friday, September 14, 2018 American Friends of Versailles in Paris, Part 1 The American Friends of Versailles group in the courtyard at the Palace of Versailles. Celebrating their restoration of historic paintings in Marie Antoinette’s Queen’s Guard Room, members of … Continue reading →

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Paris: Paris Sizzles

Posted on August 15, 2010 by debbie

Published in Global Traveler Always a hot tourist destination, the City of Light is ablaze with business development. Along with the Eiffel Tower, the cancan, superb gastronomy and “April,” add an additional attraction to iconic Paris: business. Already one of … Continue reading →

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Paris: Sophisticated Lady

Posted on September 15, 2006 by debbie

Published in Global Traveler From fine cuisine to haute couture, Paris earns its reputation as an economic giant. With “Da Vinci Code” fans mobbing the Louvre, aficionados of Sophia Cappola’s new “Marie Antoinette” film tracing the tragic queen’s haunts from … Continue reading →

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