Rick Steves' European Christmas Part 5: France

From Paris to Burgundy, Christmas is the stuff of dreams, where rich sounds of medieval carols abound, simple rituals are shared by families and friends, and where, when days are short and nights are long, it's customary to leave a light in the window. For more information on Rick Steves' European Christmas — including the European Christmas DVD, Blu-ray, Music CD and Book — visit www.ricksteves.com.

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[mapmanic]

Does anyone know the spelling of the French choir: Fenima(?)

[RickSteves]

The French choir is Phonema.

[mapmanic]

Thanks, Rick. Loved the Christmas videos. Loved the Iran series, too.

[pman1018]

My mother went to France 2 years ago and loved it! I think I need to show this segment to her, and she'd love it even more! BTW, France is another European country I like a lot.

[HoldUrColours]

I just want to jump into my computer and have some of those oysters, amazingly good.

[emmmmmmmaah]

What is the name of the song sung by the choir?

[cannibalmonkey13]

I wish i knew what Phonema was singing

[Tazzy5]

Beautiful images. I love Rick, went to Europe for 5 weeks alone b/c of him, just me and his guidebook! Merci bien!

[MrPman851]

@RickSteves, Merci for the info on the choir.

[kylenavyboy]

I was in Paris the last week of November 3 years ago and Christmas was about to be around the corner with a few decorations. I feel bad missing out on it since I had to return back home. But overall I can't wait for the chance to be in France during the holidays.! =)

[littlefuzzer]

Oh boy!....I work so hard and want to go to Europe with my wife and kids,but everytime I turn around there's payment after payment.Maybe Rick will do a " I feel sorry for broke people Rick Steeve's Christmas" segment,and take us in his suitcase..lol! Anyway,for now it's great to watch Rick put a smile on everyones face with his fatherlike demeanor and pure enthusiasm for great traveling.

[pomfan07]

This will be me and my family next christmas season :)