Jackie Grandchamps, PhD; Founder and Owner

“I wanted to make my dream come true by sharing my love of traveling and giving people the opportunity to really experience a different culture. Instead of the traditional ‘tourist’ sightseeing trips, I wanted to immerse very small groups of people in the culture, and...

Valerie Sans, Co-Founder

“Traveling has always been essential in my life and when Jackie and I felt ready for a career change, designing authentic travel experiences seemed the right thing to do. French Escapade was then born to propose an alternative to regular tourist routines....

Natalia Verges, Tour Leader

“I was born in Catalonia, Spain and I opened my own guide business in Besalu, my hometown in 2010. I am keen on history and art, and love to share this passion with people. I live in Hamburg, Germany at the moment with my husband and two kids, but I have also lived in...

Marie Ginier-Gillet, Tour Leader

“When I got the opportunity to work with French Escapade as a tour leader in 2016, I was delighted as I love travelling and meeting new people. My previous career was in law and I was happy to leave my office work to be outside with painters in amazing places. I...

Heather Daines, Tour Leader

“Adventures are the best way to learn.” “I attended my first French Escapade workshop in 2019 as a participant. I thought the combination of travel and painting tour made for a perfect adventure. Subsequently, I went on to take several more trips with French Escapade...