At Renestance we don’t just love France, we love our animals too! In French conversation you’ll hear a number of phrases that include animal references – here are our top 10 favorites and their meanings.1. Oh la vache! (literal translation: oh the...
This year, the annual Renesting in France seminar will be taking place online 12 & 13 October! In a series of short, interactive Webinars, this popular event is a unique opportunity for English-speakers to consult with experts on a wide range of topics...
The French are famous for their fashion sense, and if you want to be à la mode, you’ll have to buy some clothes and accessories in France. Some French words translate differently to US or UK English regarding clothing and the sizing is different too....
Moving abroad presents some obvious vocabulary challenges. The tourist phrases books aren’t much help when opening a bank account and getting medical insurance. However, some of the hardest situations involve professionals providing more intimate services...
You would think that ordering a cup of coffee in France is pretty straightforward. But it can be much more confusing than requesting une baguette or un croissant.Traditionally, un café will be a tiny cup of strong black espresso. If that surprises you,...
The Renesting in France seminar 2019 will take place on the 6th April in Montpellier. This popular event is a unique opportunity for English-speakers to consult with experts on a wide range of topics related to moving-to or living in France. In addition to...
There is a reason why our wonderful region is called the ‘real South of France’. Here we have all the character, history and beauty for which neighboring Provence is admired, but with lower cost of living and real estate prices, due to its...
As you may have seen from our Meet the Team page – all of us at Renestance have had our own unique experience of moving to France. Collectively we have lived here over 50 years and individually we all have our own areas of expertise. We thought it would be a bit...
Are you looking to perfect your French or just achieve the basic survival level? Wherever you are along the learning curve, you’re going to need a game plan. Mastering French doesn’t happen on its own – it takes time, effort and commitment. You...
You’re in a pickle. You need to communicate with a French person but don’t speak French. If you’re lucky, the person speaks better English than you do French and is not too shy to give it a go. You should be very grateful. You should also know that...
