I believe that at least half the fun of a family vacation is prepping for the trip before we go. We love to plan themed movie nights in the weeks leading up to our adventure. I worked in as many movies set in Paris as I could before we went on our day trip from London to Paris over spring break. Whether you’re traveling with kids, want a romantic movie to watch on your own, enjoy historical dramas to get a feel for the area, or need an action adventure to watch with your partner, there’s a little something for everyone on this list.

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Another great Julia Child option would be the series Julia, starring Sarah Lancashire as Julia. Let’s just say the areas around train stations don’t always feel the safest. If you want a heart-pounding way to get excited for your trip, this would be an excellent movie night pick.

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