Julia Girard

Julia Girard-Gervois is the Owner and Tour Director of TripUSAFrance, a boutique travel agency based in Arlington, Virginia. A native of Southern France, she co-founded the company with her family in 2015, driven by a desire to offer immersive, authentic travel experiences for English-speaking visitors to her homeland. TripUSAFrance specializes in designing small group tours, which are typically limited to fourteen to seventeen travelers, exploring various regions of France, including Provence, Occitanie, Bordeaux, Dordogne, and Normandy. The company focuses on enabling travelers to experience France like a local, fostering a deeper cultural connection beyond standard tourist itineraries. Tours often feature unique activities such as visits to truffle farms, personalized cooking demonstrations at chateaux, private wine tastings at small vineyards, and dining at Michelin-starred restaurants. Julia Girard-Gervois and her family serve as local guides on these journeys, sharing their culture, traditions, and regional knowledge directly with guests. Beyond curating these bespoke itineraries, she also contributes as a blogger on the TripUSAFrance website, offering comprehensive guides and travel tips for appreciating France's diverse regions. Her work reflects a dedication to cultural authenticity and personal engagement, with the aim of connecting each journey deeply to its location.