How to Overcome Doubts After Moving Abroad

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Mar 22, 2019 | Expat corner, Lifestyle | 0 comments

For many people, a move to France represents the ultimate dream come true, but what does it really mean to do it? Winters in Languedoc are generally mild, but 2018 was the worst on record in decades. During the harshest of weather you may question a move to the sunny...

Renesting in France Seminar 2018: Topics and Speakers

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Mar 18, 2018 | Events, Expat corner, Finances, French culture, French language, Health, Housing, Languedoc, Lifestyle, Meet the Team, Services | 0 comments

The first Renesting in France seminar will take place on the 23rd of this month in Montpellier. We are busy finalizing plans to ensure the day will be packed with useful information and provide answers to all your questions about life in France. The event is a unique...

Important QROPS Update

by Annette Morris | Jun 21, 2017 | Expat corner, Lifestyle, Tips and tricks | 4 comments

Bob Hendry from deVere-France gives an update on QROPS and how it could help British expats living in France. What is QROPS? A Qualifying Recognized Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) is a HMRC-recognized pension transfer scheme that is based in a jurisdiction...

Cancer Support France – What do they do?

by Nicole Hammond | Jun 17, 2017 | Expat corner, Health, Lifestyle | 0 comments

To find out, we talked to Theo Platings about her work for Cancer Support France Languedoc.Theo Platings has lived in France for 26 years and, fortunately for CSF, she discovered them just as she was slowing down work-wise and had more time on her hands. Add in the...

From Boat to Baguette

by Annette Morris | May 3, 2017 | Expat corner | 0 comments

We first got to know Hettie when she found us on Google searching for advice for Australians in France. What we didn’t know at the time is that she is also a published author. We asked her about her latest book “From Boat to Baguette” and her...

Social Networking in Occitanie

by Annette Morris | Apr 22, 2017 | Expat corner | 2 comments

One thing that has changed dramatically since my arrival in France is the advancement of online networking. Whilst the local mairie and the boulangerie are still an essential source of all local news and other fascinating information (ie. ‘gossip’!),...

10 Reasons to Buy a Property in France After Brexit

by Annette Morris | Apr 12, 2017 | Expat corner, Lifestyle | 2 comments

Last week the British government triggered Article 50 and the formal start of the Brexit process has begun. It’s a highly controversial subject and opinions have divided businesses, friends and even families. Love or hate the EU, English artist and Francophile...

Wine, wine! My kingdom for some wine …

by Annette Morris | Mar 31, 2017 | Expat corner | 0 comments

How do you choose a good local wine when there are literally hundreds to choose from? Over 4 years ago, Gregg Meesters turned from wine-drinker to wine-enthusiast and trained as a sommelier. He recently passed his WSET exam and gained the Languedoc-Roussillon Masters...

Moving from Melbourne to French mountain views

by Annette Morris | Mar 13, 2017 | Expat corner | 0 comments

Retiring to France is a big step. It’s an even bigger step when moving from one side of the world to the other. In 2014, Australians Jennie and Dennis packed up their Melbourne lifestyle and made the move to Languedoc with their dog, Scooter. We asked Jennie,...

A networking guide for English-speaking expats in Bordeaux

by Annette Morris | Feb 15, 2017 | Expat corner | 0 comments

The city of Bordeaux has been voted #1 in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel list 2017. Also European Best Destination winner in 2015, it is inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with plenty to offer anyone interested in French culture, lifestyle… and of...