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FRANCE GROUP TRIP OPEN! Dates: May 28-June 3, 2026 – to secure your spot, email Cayley at Cayley.btb@gmail.com
TESTIMONIALS FROM FRANCE
This trip was such an incredible introduction to France! It was the perfect blend of experiences that I have always wanted to have in Paris and activities I wouldn’t have ever have thought of or known to do. The food, accommodations, and plans were excellent and Kylee was the perfect guide. She is kind and fun and will go above and beyond to make sure your trip is everything you want it to be. I cannot recommend this trip enough!
Kylee was fabulous and so welcoming! She was accommodating and personable. She has a wealth of information about France and travel in general which is so helpful as a newbie traveler. I enjoyed getting to know her and hope she plans more trips in the future! A 10/10 experience.
| This trip was amazing and such a great way to see France. I had been itching to travel, and this was the perfect opportunity to get back to it. Kylee was an amazing tour guide and person to take a trip with… so fun, entertaining, knowledgeable – she made it such a great experience. There was a great balance of Paris and then smaller towns, which I especially enjoyed. She also made sure we fully experienced the place and the culture! I have nothing but great things to say about this. |
Great trip! I appreciated the mix of guided tours and free time! I like that we didn’t have to constantly be together and were given time to explore on our own with Kylee’s suggestions and help!
This trip met and far exceeded my expectations, and I had the best time! Kylee was a great guide and a great resource for anything that we needed throughout the week. It was so fun being with a group of nurses and all of the food, accommodations, and tours were top notch! Would definitely recommend.
I absolutely loved my trip. Kylee managed to provide the perfect balance of professional organization while still being friendly and social. It’s like traveling with your very organized type A friend who keeps you on time and knows the best places to go. Thanks so much Kylee.
Having the opportunity to connect with other nurses and form life-long friendships is exactly what everyone needs. Kylee did such an amazing job with the itinerary and experience that I can say that Paris is still one of my favorite cities to visit. From the iconic landmarks to the French Alsace, this trip will be a core memory.
Paris with Beyond the Bedside was an actual dream come true! Kylee curated the tour perfectly. I had never group traveled before or been to Europe, no regrets here! This trip gave a perfect mix of time with a wonderful group of nurses while also offering free time to adventure on my own. I would 100% book this trip or future trips again!
This trip was unforgettable! I was nervous about going on a trip without knowing anyone beforehand but I have no regrets! This was an amazing experience and we had so much fun! I definitely plan on going on another trip in the future.
This trip for nurses was so special. Having instant commonality with each other helped so much in the beginning. Kylee was an awesome tour guide and I loved the activities chosen. It felt like we did fun activities that I may not have done if not in a group. If you’re on the fence… GO!!!
As a mama of five and a nurse, I have dreamed of one day traveling around the world. This trip gave me the opportunity to do just that, to explore Europe with other nurses, several that even live within a few hours of me. Kylee was the most incredible guide! She had numerous activities planned to help us step outside our comfort zones, like trying new foods and going on a Segway tour. The tour guides she booked for our private tours were icing on the cake. I will definitely be watching and waiting for the next trip she plans.
Sample Itinerary: France
DATES: May 28-June 3, 2026 | TRIP LENGTH: 7 Days/6 Nights | MAX GROUP SIZE: 12 (min 6) | DEMOGRAPHIC: Nurses, 18+ | ACCOMMODATION: Single & Double Occupancy
Join a fabulous group of nurses on a 7-day/6-night, once in a lifetime trip as we discover the beauty of Paris and the Alsace region of France. We’ll explore France in-depth as we spend time sightseeing through Paris, touring Versailles, wine-tasting in the Alsace, and more!
Activities include a private cooking class for an introduction into French food. A private, sunset boat ride on the Seine as we see some of Paris’s most famous monuments from the water. A private pastry tour through Paris along with a private tour to the Palace of Versailles. After we see Paris inside and out, we’ll get on a train and head northeast to Colmar. Here we will wine taste through the world-renowned Alsace wine region. Not to mention, you will also have the opportunity to meet and spend time with other nurses beyond the bedside!
Disclosure: Please know that this is a sample itinerary and activities are subject to change based on availability and other things that our out of our control. This France itinerary follows the idea of the “8 Day Vacay” so that nurses who don’t have PTO are still able to join. The idea of the “8 Day Vacay” is that you can work Sunday, Monday, Tuesday; leave for vacation on Wednesday, then fly back to the US the following Wednesday where you’re able to work Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. You don’t need any PTO in order to come on this trip. This trip will always start on a Thursday and end on a Wednesday.
FAQ
- Who are these trips for?
- These trips are for any nurse – whether you’re a student, RN, LPN, CRNA, NP, etc – 18+ interested in exploring the world and connecting with other nurses.
- Where do you travel to?
- In the past, Beyond the Bedside has traveled to Seattle and France. As of 2024, we’re focused on our group trips to France and expanding from there. If you have a suggestion of somewhere you want to go, send us a DM on our Instagram page!
- What can I expect when I travel with Beyond the Bedside?
- You can expect to connect with others in the nursing profession, and have an entire trip planned out from start to finish. Beyond the Bedside curates each itinerary and it is not replicated from anyone else or any other company. These are custom made trips based off of Kylee’s own personal tastes, preferences, and previous travels.
- If I get sick or plans change, am I able to get a refund?
- Unfortunately, all payments are non-refundable no matter the circumstances. Beyond the Bedside does require each traveler to purchase travel insurance in case anything goes wrong. Depending on the type of insurance purchased, your insurance company may or may not be able to refund you.
- Do you offer payment plans?
- Yes! Each tour has a payment plan and Beyond the Bedside works to make every traveler comfortable in terms of payment. If you have a question or concern, please ask before signing up for the trip!
- Can you cater to dietary requirements?
- Beyond the Bedside does their best to cater to all dietary requirements and allergies. You will be asked before the trip starts about this, but please know that when eating at restaurants – especially in France – it can be difficult to adhere to requirements such as “gluten free”, “lactose free”, etc. On our trip in France, there is one restaurant who does not cater to gluten or dairy intolerances.
