"I have always wanted to learn to speak French. Of all the places I have been the French have been most disdainful of my attempts at their language, and I wish to be better."

Just so he can enjoy running there for lunch better when he's in Europe. Which would be useful in his opinion. And no doubt someone like Natasha would speak it well. Maybe she could even help with his accent. Just like he was trying to help her relax by wrapping his arms fully around her.

"Maldives I think. I do not think either is very 'close to home' for me."