Historical tour of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (in Vendee)

Join me for a little historical tour of the town of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie in the Vendee Region of France. We'll tour the narrow streets, learn about the 17th century architecture, and of course the Sardine trade! A special treat for me was to visit also to La Maison du Pecheur, the fisherman's house to learn more about what life was like in this early fishing town.
Julie's AirBnB in Saint Gilles
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Maison du Pêcheur and more sites around Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
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Atelier de Sardine
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Rent our French House in Saint-Gilles Croix de Vie (In the Vendee Region)!
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[@5mullys]

Noooo, I don't want it end!! Thank you for taking us along on your summer vacation. It was absolutely magnifique!!!! I enjoyed every moment.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha ha! Oh I'm so glad you enjoyed it! It sure was a great summer! But I must say I'm looking forward to getting the girls back in school and my diet back on track! Yowzers! I ate it all and then some! Better plug that treadmill back in ha!

[@smokinokin66]

Thanks for sharing another summer in France with us! What a treat this series has been! Thanks to you and your family, and all of the locals for participating! Safe travels back home - and looking forward to your future videos through Autumn and the holiday season!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes, me too! It was an awesome summer, but I have to say I’m really getting excited and ready for the holiday season! 🍁🍂

[@g-bgcg]

How interesting to see this. I love this kind of video of history and what life was like back in the day. Thank you so much!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Of course! Thought you all would enjoy seeing that! I love learning about how people lived back then, I find it all so fascinating! :)

[@bigsister8590]

This was totally fascinating - from the church, to the cottage, to the sardine shop.

[@mommabear5059]

Sweet Beth. You are so kind to put all the work in that you do, to include us all and share your wonderful experiences. I love all your videos but this one was particularly interesting. I’d like to go to Paris someday, but this really makes me want to explore these beautiful little towns. It’s funny how recent studies are showing how sardines are so healthy for us. My Mom used to pack sardines in mustard sauce in my lunch box when I was in elementary school. I loved them but my teacher told me to tell my Mom not to send them anymore because they stunk up the place. I haven’t had sardines in years and this video makes me want to go get some. Again, thank you for putting in so much effort to share your beautiful life!! ❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh my word I love that story of your mom! How amazing that she put sardines in your lunchbox! And yes, you’re right there’s all these amazing health benefits with them! You definitely should reconnect with your love of sardines they’re quite good with a very chilled glass of white wine, on little toasts with lots of salty butter! 💕🐟

[@mommabear5059]

@@EntertainingWithBeth when you put it like that, how can I not?! 😀

[@tobeytravels893]

You are a wonderful tour guide! ❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

So glad you enjoyed it! Always such fun to have you along for the adventures! :)

[@mjecheverria4197]

What fabulous tours you gave us this year Beth...bonvoyage to you and family❤😊

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I'm so glad you enjoyed them! They were always such fun to share! :)

[@csr3282]

France is just amazing. The produce, architecture, community, traditions. I hope it is preserved and supported for future generations. Thanks Beth for giving us a peek at the town near your french home.

[@judyxo]

Wonderful memories! Thanks for taking us along. 🥰

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

It sure was a great summer! One of the best! (Although I could have skipped the train drama lol!) Thanks for joining me! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@sandyfeet9502]

I can NOT believe how fast the Summer went BUT Beth you made it so beautiful, perfect, and charming with all of your excursions, and best of all I WENT ALONG!! The town of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is the perfect backdrop for a fantastic vacation far from the madding crowd with its quaint byways, streets, shops, and restaurants. The Catholic Basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde in Marseille, France, known locally as La Bonne Mère has boats and nets hanging from the ceiling as well as AIRPLANES, not sure why the planes. I would love to be able to purchase La Perle sardines. but I can not find it here online😥😥 Phillippe is such a gentleman and funny too..be safe in your travels with your family. Bisous 😘😘

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh, that’s so interesting! I’ve only seen them in the seaside towns on the Atlantic that’s good to know it exists in the south as well! There is an airport in Marseille, so maybe plane is there to represent loved ones who have lost their lives due to plane crashes? What a wonderful touch. I have to laugh at Philippe because looking back when we went to Paris together on our first trip to France over 25 years ago I’m remembering it was HIM that showed me the difference in chairs telling me the reclined ones were the way to go, so in that respect he created his own little monster ha ha ha!

[@SE013]

You're such a great vlogger on top of making cooking videos! Definitely look forward to more, regardless of where you are!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww thanks! It's been a fun experience sharing this part of France with all of you! I'm so glad you've enjoyed it! :)

[@maryschlotter108]

Thank you Beth, I felt through this whole series like I was on vacation. My husband is recovering from surgery so it was so nice to have these to watch. In our little town which is on a harbor here in NY there are walls and foundations built with ballasts . I sat and showed my 10 year old granddaughter the segment on the cooking school in Tuscany , it held her full attention ( amazing ) and we decided when she’s 12 we will go! Thank you so much. You see you have brought my family so much joy!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww I love knowing that! And yes 12 years old is a great time to go! I think you all would have the trip of a lifetime! But go hungry because the meals are amazing and never stop LOL! So glad the series has been enjoyed by your family!

[@cpp8227]

Absolutely love your France vlog, Beth! Thanks so much for sharing your summer adventures!

[@myhappynest6125]

Beth you are a joy to watch. I wonder if you ever think about moving to France permanently. I mean maybe if your family was grown and you and your husband were retired. I know LA isn’t such a great pale right now. Anyway I love all your videos. Thanks so much for sharing 😍

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes, once there’s nobody here in LA that needs us anymore that is the plan! Or to just continue to split our time between both but as I get older, the sweetness of a small village life with a much slower pace is definitely more appealing than a big city like LA! 💕👌

[@elenistamatakis9246]

Beth!!😊 Thanks for this old town video. It reminds me of My country GREECE, The tiny streets, The old buildings The cafe,and restaurants It seems most of Europe is not only beautiful but they look alike. Especially the islands in my country

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww that sounds lovely! How I would LOVE to visit Greece someday! I've never been! But my husband has and loves it! He keeps trying to get us over there! :) Hopefully some day soon!

[@elenistamatakis9246]

@EntertainingWithBeth it's very beautiful there If u ever go, I recommend you to see Acropolis, the new museum in Athens, Monastiraki,(near by) Then the island near the cost of Athens U can drive to or by boat. Aigena,POROS Beautiful, SPETSES

[@cindyfleer2248]

I would like to thank you for sharing your summer adventures in France. It has been wonderful seeing the sights through your videos! I’ll continue to watch as a long time subscriber! 😊👍🌸

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww thanks Cindy! I'm so glad you enjoy it! It's been such a joy to share this part of my life with all of you! Until next year! :)

[@kettle2293]

Oh, what a another treat, Beth! Another wonderful summer of fabulous content. The sardine tins look fabulous! They would be wonderful souvenir/gifts. I loved all the hollyhocks growing in little patches of dirt along the streets!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh yes! Those are my favorites too! They grow all over this part of France and it’s amazing how they need so little dirt to thrive! They just grow in the streets and in the cracks of the buildings it’s amazing!

[@jeanninef2110]

I love watching your vlogs! Thanks so much for sharing life abroad! Hugs from Canada!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoy them! :)

[@maryserrano6448]

Another wonderful video. France. is just a beautiful country with so much history, so sad to see your returning home, I would love to see more of your videos about France 🇫🇷. Wishing you and your family a safe return home.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I know it’s always hard to leave! And it’s so fun to create the videos and share all these neat things with you guys, but I’m always comforted by the fact that there’s always next year!💕💕🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@deborahhuckaby4623]

Hi Beth. I really enjoyed this video. I always love learning about the history of how people used to live. I know all of you were probably ready to get back to LA, but I'm going to miss all the beautiful sites you shared with us. Have a great weekend. Thanks for sharing your trip with us!!❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww I know what you mean! I miss them too! But not to worry, we will back next year! :) Now we need to get ready for the holidays!! :)

[@queens6583]

Oh no, the summer is over! Bah Humbug! I've really enjoyed all the adventures you took us on and your daughter's are very fortunate to have such great parents. I love the art on the sardine cans. See ya in L.A.

[@bobliljenquist9860]

So depressed. Another France Fling is over. I loooooove your videos from France. I mean, I love the L.A. ones as well but, selfishly, I would ove another couple of months (at least!) in France. Thank you for your wonderful content!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I loved seeing the "other side" of town. How striking with the whitewashed building, tile roofs and pretty blue doors and shutters! It must be a universal sort of thing as I've seen so many pictures and films and videos of Greece with the same color scheme in their small fishing villages. I haven't been lucky enough to visit to see for myself! I'm sad this is your final vlog from France, but what an exciting summer you had! And you were kind enough to take us along for much of it. 🥰 Thanks, Beth, and safe travels home! 🇺🇸🇫🇷🇺🇸

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes, it’s so interesting to see the similarities between seaside towns throughout the world! I haven’t been to Greece but it’s definitely on the bucket list. My husband has been and he says it’s wonderful and I would love it too! Can’t wait to experience that someday.!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Oh, it definitely sounds like a trip to Greece is in your future! 🩷

[@nicolasdelapena4819]

I have always enjoyed every video you have made. Sometimes i watch them twice or thrice. Keep up the good work. I think you have one of the best sites on You Tube. I was hoping you have another trip to that brocante shop. Don’t know but of all your videos i enjoyed it the most. The tuscany cooking school was a very near second. I also love how you prepare for a gathering. Keep up the good work!

[@lorettaforquer2929]

Another great video. What an asset you are to this lovely town. The history of so many towns in Europe is fascinating. We need to find some interesting history in LA! If anyone can do it, it’s you!

[@patriciaheath1894]

What a wonderful video…..I love the packaging in France….safe travels…..merci Beth😊

[@margaritasydney7356]

No!!!!!! Can't believe it's over Waiting patiently for next summer❤

[@sandimcdougall2909]

Thank you for another very interesting video. I will miss seeing France but I look forward to more videos from you in CA.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh yes, more cooking videos on their way! We have to get ready for the holidays ha!

[@MadeInAmerica-1776]

I sooo looked forward to watching your videos while in France. Thank you so much Beth for your time and effort you put into these videos. See you soon in your next video. Take care 😊

[@tondakremble6660]

Oh Beth what a wonderful day. Everything & everyone, so interesting. When you were in the church I teared up as well. I've seen many European churches in video's but none have touched my heart like this 1 has. Thank-you for taking us along this summer. It just flew by. Safe journey home. See you soon. 😊

[@kathyhartsell4383]

Good afternoon Beth! Another beautiful town tour that’s quaint, full of character and history! I loved seeing the suspended boat and fishing net in the church. It has such a special and reverential feeling! Thank you, once again, for sharing your vacation in France! The area is what dreams are made of! Until next year’s trip…see you in LA! Safe travels! 🙏🏻💕

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes, isn’t that such a beautiful sentiment I was so happy to be able to share that with you all because I have never seen anything like that and I’m always so touched every time I see it! So glad you enjoyed it. Yes, now it’s back to LA and back on my diet. Ha ha ha!

[@maryhansen4618]

Again, thank you so much for sharing your summer with all of us. The more I see the more I would think it would be hard to leave at the end of the summer, but the promise of the return is what you look forward to thank you, Beth.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Exactly! It’s always hard to leave… each year more so as we start to develop a community there and new friends, but the older I get the quicker these years fly by so I know I will be there again very soon. Ha ha ha!

[@adrienneliebregts8326]

Thank you for sharing! Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@marciestinson2174]

Beth, I absolutely love your show. You're so entertaining and I enjoy every aspect of it. Love to see your garden and all your table settings and entertaining.

[@cherylbremson2421]

oh no my vacation is over! Thank you Beth for all the wonderful posts.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Lol! I’m so glad you enjoyed your travels! And without any jet lag or laundry to do that’s the best ha ha ha looking forward to getting back to our routine getting the kids back in school and getting away from all the butter bread and wine ha ha ha oh my!

[@lulu6618]

Thank you! I’m crying until next year! You are the best Beth!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Aww not to worry, I will be back next year! I already have a couple of visits Im thinking about that would be fun to include!

[@NanaPapa123]

How fun and interesting, thank you, Beth. Sounds like you got a little cold (in your voiceover) Hope you are feeling better and can take a bit of time to relax. Thank you again for the delightful videos, much appreciated.

[@beverlymurray6554]

Thank you Beth! It has been a great time in France. Thank you for taking us along.❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Of course! It’s always so wonderful to have you all along with me! Much more fun, traveling together ha ha ha!

[@meri8746]

Last video from France! 😢 Thanks for this one. So fun and interesting! ❤

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I've enjoyed all the vlogs of France. Ah, back to LA!

[@elizabethrobson1110]

Such a fun interesting and delightful video - Thank you Beth from Australia.

[@louiselewis5061]

Oh Beth, thank you so much for these videos. I have enjoyed them so much. I’m as sad to see you leave as you are. Such a lovely holiday. Safe travels back to LA.

[@lacmeadows4092]

Wow where did the time go!😮 Can't wait till you return next summer.Another great vlog.. Thank you for bringing us along. Safe travels back to the US.

[@cynthiagarofalo3458]

Just loved all your videos from your time in France. Thanks for sharing your summer adventure 🥰

[@judypasqualone3819]

Thanks so much….this was fascinating!! beautiful little town. See you back in the states….appreciate everything you’ve shown us. ❤️

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Of course, my pleasure, Judie! So glad you enjoyed the series now it’s back to LA to get ready for the holiday season. It’ll be here before we know it!💕✈️

[@keren.icehand]

Wow! Your vlog is AMAZING! Thank you!💜👍👏👏👏

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

So glad you enjoy it!! 🇫🇷💕

[@cherylagnew5980]

Enjoyed your video very much ! See ya back in L. A. 👋. Safe travels.

[@ekingston1694]

Great job with your videos from France. So beautiful and intimate. Luv you work Beth and you, yourself ❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Awww thank you! I’m so glad you enjoy them!🇫🇷🇫🇷💕💕

[@luciagonzalez4899]

Thank you , Beth I so enjoyed the summer in France!!!

[@user-sw3hi7zm3d]

Thank you for sharing your travels in France and Italy. Because of your video to Tuscookany we just booked a girls trip. Who knows maybe we will extend and go to France

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Oh, yes you should! Oh do you tell the folks a Tuscookany I sent you! They are lovely people and I know you’ll have a wonderful time! Are you going to Tartufo? Or one of their other properties? I’d love to visit the other properties, so if you end up there, let me know what it’s like! 🍕💕🙌

[@kathysundberg4678]

Beautiful video! Hope you and your beautiful family had a great season!

[@stellabrown7782]

Thank you so much for this very informative vlog. For someone so far away and not travelling now a days it’s really wonderful. Always love your vlogs.

[@cherylcalac8485]

I never would see the sights in these beautiful neighborhoods if you didn’t take me along❣️🙂

[@Sunbeam4291]

Beth, thank you for sharing all of your holiday videos with your family 2023. Blessings to you all and safe trip back home. Cheers

[@sharonrazmzan4777]

Living vicariously, thank you. So fun.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@8twc]

Love your France videos, can’t get enough of them! Thanks for sharing

[@dianebaker5243]

Lovely video, thanks for sharing 👍 🥰

[@irenemulcahy2495]

Thank you Beth for this beautiful summer series. My favourite would have to be the Sardine history. The lovely aged set in boxes for gift giving is wonderful. The french do appreciate their food so well.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh they do! I'm always so impressed by that part of the culture! Truly inspiring!

[@sirensong2302]

Thank you Beth! I enjoyed this series so much!🥰

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Already planning some fun visits for next year! Ha!

[@virginiaramirez4214]

Always love traveling with you! 😆

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Love having you all along for the ride!

[@rosecolouredglasses]

One day i will see and live all this but for now thanks for touring us around Beth ❤

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww of course! And that’s exactly how I got here! I spent my 20s dreaming of traveling in Europe and France and funny enough I just kept my eye on the prize and poof it happened! Dreams DO come true! So dream big my friend!

[@shonalogan1581]

Love you being in France. Xxxxx

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Lol! Me too. It’s always my happy place! 💕💕💕🇫🇷🇫🇷😘

[@peachy9]

Aw, I look forward to your videos in France every summer. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful trip! 🥰

[@penelopeshaffer5143]

You always have the most interesting vlogs. Thank you for taking us along.😊

[@midtwilightblue]

Live your vlogs and home in France but I’m sure you’re also ready to get back home to the states! Safe travels Beth and fam and hope your eldest was successful in finding a college there in Europe! What wonderful memories!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes, it was a very productive trip. We visited six schools and three are really good choices. So fingers crossed. She gets into one of them and then next summer will be another whirlwind getting her ready to move over there! Wish us luck! 😘🤣

[@mitzibud6908]

Another awesome video!! Thank you!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! So glad you enjoyed it! Now back home, its time to start my diet LOL!

[@barbaramcfadden527]

Thank you for a wonderful tour! I hope to one day visit this pretty village.

[@Anne-sr2xx]

I love these videos! Thank you, Beth!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

So glad you enjoy them!

[@EveCheerfully]

Watching this while baking your apricot galette recipe. 💖

[@rhondav4204]

What a cool tour. Thanks for all the episodes and sharing your family trip.

[@shirllenox6569]

I have enjoyed all of ur summer videos!! Thanks so much for bringing us along on ur adventures 😊

[@2020TYBO]

BEAUTIFUL, THANK YOU.. THE MOORS DID A LOT..

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

They did! It was such an interesting part of history!

[@renatadennis777]

How lovely!

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Beth this summer’s vlog series was more exciting than I can possibly relate to you! THANK YOU for taking us all along. I wish I’d had a friend like you back when traveling for me would have been more feasible. I love you personality, your love of France, food, and exploration! Merci Beaucoup!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww I'm so glad to hear it! Such fun to take you along with me! :)

[@denisedecarlo9311]

Fabulous video...all of them were...thank you

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I’m so glad you enjoyed them! They are always such a joy to share! Now back to LA and back to school for everybody. Ha ha ha! Can’t wait for the holiday season begin!

[@beverlynorris557]

That was wonderful. I cannot wait for next year.

[@barbiedoll6530]

Thank you Beth for taking us along!! Loved this series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! enjoyed it! These videos are always such a joy to share! Until next year!

[@Jessesmom12]

Thank you, Beth for allowing us to see through your eyes the beautiful countryside of France. ❤️

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

My pleasure! So glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@maryjeanneadam420]

Beth your vlogs are so interesting! I look forward to all the details you share with us from your vacation as well as your beautiful home. Thank you for taking us along!!

[@birdhousegarden]

This series was so much fun! You have an amazing ability to combine beauty and information all in one. Welcome back home to California. Looking forward to some yummy fall baking and cooking from you. :)

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww thank you! I am so glad you have enjoyed them! I always find the most beautiful things are the most interesting things so it’s easy to combine the two ha ha ha thanks for joining me this summer! 😘💕

[@hikingwiththedog6078]

You can't imagine how happy I am to have found your channel!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Awww thank you! I’m so glad you found me too! WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY! It’s a friendly little corner of the Internet! And tasty too ha ha ha! 👌💕

[@ChefMonaMi]

So awesome!! As always, thank you for letting us visit Paris with you!! Can't wait until the next adventures!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🩷🩷

[@nichristy27]

Thank you for sharing!!!

[@heatherrue2655]

I enjoyed this trip so much! Thank you for sharing it with us ❤

[@christineh5856]

That was great! Thank you for sharing!

[@chedvah623]

This whole series was truly FANTASTIC!!! I learned so much and felt like I was there😊. Thank you so much for bringing us along. Enjoyed it all!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@loumichael8876]

Thank you for these lovely series

[@inbark7809]

Thanks, Beth! It was so fun to watch each one of the episodes🤗

[@caraeuler2927]

I can't believe it's already over. Thank you for the lovely series

[@MrsErica]

This was such an amazing series! Great job and thank you! ❤

[@greenrockgarden2851]

Awe! I loved this! How special! Thank you for taking us along. 🛥️

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Thanks for joining me! I'm so glad you enjoyed them!

[@kristenm1516]

Thank you for sharing your summer in France with us! It was such a joy to follow along with you. Can’t wait for next summer! 😊

[@TheVideomantra]

Absolutely wonderful tour.

[@user-fc9cf9jq6z]

Nice tour Charlie! Good job!

[@kstrauss66]

Thank you for this summer’s series in France! You are one of the best parts of my summer! Back to LA- can’t wait to see what you bring to our autumn!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww so glad you enjoyed it! Yes so excited for autumn and all the great fall flavors! Stay tuned! :)

[@darlenechandler2403]

Thank you Beth, this trip was fantastic. Always love your time in France each year.

[@KariGraettinger]

I just LOVE your videos-especially from France!! So sad to see it end for this year. Thank you for sharing 🇫🇷

[@MDeanrecipes]

What a wonderful series - I love France - great videos Beth!

[@donneone]

As always, I thoroughly enjoyed your summer vlogs from France. Merci!

[@singleparentsavvy]

I love these videos you share - so educational and allows us to live vicariously through your summers abroad!