Kissing by region.

I'm A Bad French Kisser

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February 1st 2011
There’s always the ongoing cliché about people’s rudeness in France. Even within the country, Parisians get a bad rap from country folk for being arrogant and cold. Whether it’s true or not, all French people partake in a phenomenon that to me is the ultimate in warm intimate welcomes. La bise, or the cheek-kiss greeting, is as French as it gets. Whenever you meet someone in a social sit ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more