by Annette Morris | Jan 4, 2019 | Lifestyle, Tips and tricks |
Now that we have started a New Year we thought we’d share some useful dates that will affect many English speakers spending time in France. January Tuesday 1New Year’s Day public holiday Sunday 6Epiphany Monday 7School back in session (nationwide) Wednesday...
by Jennifer Rowell-Gastard | Oct 9, 2018 | French language, Lifestyle, Tips and tricks |
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...
by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | May 27, 2018 | French language, Tips and tricks |
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...
by Jennifer Rowell-Gastard | May 12, 2018 | Tips and tricks |
You’re a non-EU citizen and plan on being in France for more than 90 days? Or you’re an EU citizen and want to apply for a stay permit, exchange your driver’s license or apply for healthcare? Then you will more than likely come into contact with...
by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | May 6, 2018 | Lifestyle, Tips and tricks |
Emergency happens. If you or someone close to you is injured and you need urgent assistance, we thought we’d put together a list of phrases that you might want to print out and keep somewhere handy – but here’s hoping you won’t need them...
by Nicole Hammond | Jan 30, 2018 | Lifestyle, Tips and tricks |
Driving in France can be quite a challenge at times, particularly if you’ve only just arrived! The French do have a reputation for being maniacs on the road, and they have a different relationship with their vehicles. You’ve probably seen many well-used...
by Jennifer Rowell-Gastard | Nov 10, 2017 | Health, Tips and tricks |
International Men’s Day (IMD) is November 19th each year. Celebrated in over 70 countries, one of the main objectives is focusing on men’s and boys’ health. A spin-off of IMD is called Movember, an annual event involving the growing of moustaches...
by Jennifer Rowell-Gastard | Oct 27, 2017 | Health, Tips and tricks |
Adding life to your years and years to your life.It’s universal knowledge that good health means eating right, exercising and checking in with the doctor every so often. But as a senior, how do you stay in shape in a new country, despite its endless supply of...
by Annette Morris | Aug 31, 2017 | Health, Lifestyle, Tips and tricks |
Wherever you are in France you’ll find you’re not far away from 3 essentials. A boulangerie (bakery), a café, and a pharmacie (pharmacy). In most towns you’ll probably find several of each! Let’s have a closer...
by Annette Morris | Aug 12, 2017 | Services, Tips and tricks |
Have you been dreaming of restoring an old French house? Or have you found the perfect property that just needs “a bit of work”? Restoring an old house in France, or even doing minor renovations, is almost always more work than you anticipate.The French...
