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Why a Bonjour Is Sometimes Half the Battle

July 26, 2026

In France, many things begin with a small ritual. Saying Bonjour when entering a shop is not a minor detail, but an opener. Those who skip this moment can come across as rude more quickly than they intend to.

In the France explained section, we collect these everyday codes to make travel and longer stays more relaxed.

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