Josee Legrand
My name is Josée, Im a bilingual Canadian. Sixteen years ago, I attended a wedding in France and it changed my destiny! I fell in love with this magnificent country and never left! Its charm, its culture, its history and its people have inspired me to stay.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"France is my adopted country and I’ve gotten to know it well! It has so many spectacular places to visit that I’ve been travelling as much as possible from East to West, stopping to enjoy the scenery as much as possible, tasting specialties and admiring the beauty of the landscape. I have often fell upon magical sights just by driving with the top rolled down on a countryside road, sometimes following « La Route du Vin » or « La route des Chateaux » ! I love to organize romantic getaways or trips with character such as visiting castles that bring you back to archaic times. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"Being an Anglophone and loving to travel, it was obvious for me to want to get involved in tourism when I settled down in France. Even though it’s been quite a few years, I continue to be amazed by this country and want to share my enthusiasm! I wish to create memorable trips for others as I have done for me and my family. It is so rewarding to learn about other cultures, their language, their traditions, their culinary specialties, ... It then makes for great conversation, meaningful memories and beautiful dreamy pictures! "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"My favorite stop has to be in Carcassone in the South of France, a citadel medieval village with its castle of 52 towers, a horse-drawned carriage ride through the ramparts and its culinary specialties such as cassoulet. Also, I can’t forget the wine tasting in a typical winery and the backdrop of magnificent vines in full bloom!"
Josee's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
This weeklong itinerary splits its time between the French Riviera and the City of Lights for a great introduction to France. Starting in Nice, you'll explore on your own before...
This epic 10-day French sojourn kicks off in Paris with three days of culture and cuisine in the "City of Lights." Then, hit the road to the Normandy coast to visit the...
Enjoy an authentic taste of France with highlight tours, day trips, cooking classes, and more over 10 memorable days. First, get an insider's look at Paris with a local guide...
Family itineraries
Perfect for first-timers, this weeklong itinerary kicks off in the French capital where you'll summit the Eiffel Tower, gain skip-the-line access at Le Louvre, and sample some...
Winding its way through scenic Provençal countryside, the spectacular Verdon Gorge is Europe's largest canyon and a paradise for outdoor adventurers. On this family-oriented...
Road trip itineraries
This epic 10-day French sojourn kicks off in Paris with three days of culture and cuisine in the "City of Lights." Then, hit the road to the Normandy coast to visit the...
This spectacular road-trip adventure through Western France provides a subtle mix of history, culture, cuisine, wine, and outdoor activity—and plenty of picturesque landscapes...
Explore Eastern France in eight days of outings on this itinerary. Sip Champagne in Reims, scope out the Germanic influence in Strasbourg, and cruise the canals of Colmar before...
Recent trip reviews for Josee
Another perfect trip arranged by Josee! This...
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Apr 28 - May 4, 2024
This was my second trip to France arranged with KimKim - the support and service have been so remarkable we already have a third trip planned.
The selection of accommodations are excellent. In Paris with so many beautiful boutique options, Josee provided a select few to choose from all perfect for my identified needs and wants. So perfect it’s hard to pick but you cannot go wrong in the end.
The reliability and security of the arranged... Read more
BonjourCarla!
I really appreciate you taking the time to send your feedback! It seems as though you made wonderful memories here in France!
It was a delight to organize your itinerary and I look forward to meeting you in the Beaujolais region on your next adventure! We will cheer to Canada Day in the middle of the vineyards! :-)
Merci encore for your feedback on the organization of your trip. Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Best regards,
Josée
All the tour guides were VERY knowledgeable a...
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Jan 16 - Jan 30, 2024
We especially enjoyed the Nice part of our tour and Xavier as our guide.
Resihome in Nice was not as nice as we hoped.
Marriot was nice and the staff very friendly.
Train ride was ok. Difficult to navigate due to our large luggage and inexperience traveling on trains. Would prob prefer not to travel via train in the future. Read more
Our vacation in Paris, Versailles and Giverny
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Sep 1 - Sep 6, 2023
Beginning with Thomas, who picked us up at the airport and gave us a mini-lesson in French language and culture, on the way to the hotel. He also gave us the first views of the Arc De Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. We later visited both sites for some amazing views. We were lucky enough to also have Thomas as the driver to pick us up from... Read more
Bonjour Claudio!
What beautiful pictures! I relly appreciate you sending them! It seems as though you made wonderful memories here in France!
It was a delight to organize your itinerary and I hope you will come back to see us again. You still have the Beaujolais region to see :-) Merci for your feedback on the organization of your trip. Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !
Josée
Perfect 5-day Tour in Marseille and Provence
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Aug 31 - Sep 5, 2023
*Our cooking class with Gille in Marseille was fun and we learned a lot from him, getting fresh fish/produce to make Boullibaise, etc., working as a team with 4 other couples
*Our 2 days Provence excursions with Robin Soulier were wonderful..... the wineries we visited and the wines tasted were all unique. Robin took us to several Roman ruins and Medieval castles, towns and... Read more
Great trip planned by Josee!
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Aug 10 - Aug 15, 2023
Bonjour ladies!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback with us and with Kim Kim! It was a true pleasure to design your France trip! I am so happy that our guides, hoteliers and myself were able to make your trip a memorable experience! Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !
Take care,
Josée
Best early 50th birthday trip! .
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Aug 3 - Aug 11, 2023
Bonjour Aimee and family!
Thank you so much for sharing your comments and your enthusiastic feedback on your family trip to France! It was a delight to organize your itinerary and I hope you went back home with lots of great memories!
Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !
Josée
Mark was great on the first 2 days of private...
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Jun 23 - Jul 1, 2023
Mark was great on the first 2 days of private tour.
The first driver on pick up was late but our flight was also late so maybe not his fault. Also not too personable but also maybe not his fault due to flight being late so maybe he's in hurry.
The cooking class was great.
Also the train stop and transfer was a bit tight for novice train riders like us. 10 minute window was stressful but we made it.
Rest of transfers and tours were great. Everything very smooth.
Bonjour Nicholas!
Thank you for sending us your feedback! It was a real pleasure to organize this trip for your family and Im glad you made wonderful memories in our country! Do not hesitate to contact us again if you would like to come back to France!
I wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Josée
Exceptional!
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Jun 18 - Jun 30, 2023
I reached out to KimKim just so see what the experience was like... I was connected with Josee, who after a couple of correspondence, sent me... Read more
Thank you so much for sharing your comments and your enthusiastic feedback on your trip to France! It was a delight to organize your itinerary and I hope you went back home with lots of great memories! Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Do not hesitate to reach out again for your trip next year! Id be happy to help organise another quality trip and would love to... Read more
A dream-come-true heritage trip to France with my dad
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Apr 22 - Apr 30, 2023
Bonjour Megan!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback with us and with Kim Kim! It was a true pleasure to design your France trip on the Road to your ancestors! I am touched by your compliments and am so happy that our guides, hoteliers and myself were able to make your trip a memorable experience! Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !
Take care,
Josée
Josee took great care of us!
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Mar 18 - Mar 25, 2023
Bonjour ladies!
Thank you so much for sharing your pictures and your feedback on the hotels and places you've experienced during your trip to beautiful France! Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
It was pleasure to organize your outings and to secure centrally located and fabulous accommodations. You sure had alot of adventures (gotta love the trains!!) I hope you went back home with lots of great memories!
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !
Josée