Attention pet parents! Are you having trouble finding someone to take care of your pets in France? In celebration of our “Pet Month,” we are delighted to introduce our trusted “pawtner” when it comes to our furry friends: the e-concierge Tout...
Moving to another country (or even continent) is always a challenge, even as a seasoned expat : paperwork, house hunting, school research if you have kids… And what about your four-legged friend ?It’s easy to feel overwhelmed in front of the endless list...
As this month’s theme is all about our animal companions, today we are going through some related French vocabulary in order to better understand and communicate about any pet-related issues.Which animal? First off, let’s go over some of the different...
You are thinking about working in France? Then this blog article is for you! 1. Learn the Language Learning the French language is essential to finding a job in France, as most employers will expect you to have a good level of French, both written and spoken. Take...
If you’re planning to work in a French-speaking environment, it’s important to have a good understanding of the vocabulary commonly used in the workplace. Not only will this help you communicate effectively with your colleagues or clients, but it will also...
When my husband Phil and I moved to Montpellier on January 22, 2022, the day after I retired from my U.S. healthcare career, we had a rough plan: wait a month or two before buying a car, make learning French our top priority, and rent a furnished apartment for the...
Recently my husband and I took the longest trip of our lives—a 15-day transatlantic cruise, followed by almost three weeks in the United States. It was the trip of a lifetime, and we loved every minute of it. As we spent time with people on the ship, American...
Reblogged with permission from Sandy and Phil Shroyer at https://www.roaminretirement.com/NOUS SOMMES ARRIVÉS Arriving in Montpellier We had a wonderful last few days in Texas, selling our car, moving out of our last Airbnb, getting all the final tasks done,...
Time is ticking! If you’re British, you may be thinking it’s already too late and your dream to live in France is lost. It’s not – there is still time! Not much of course, as you need to establish an address in France before 31 December, 2020....
A year and a decade in the rear view…When you look ahead to the New Year, and in this case a new decade*, it’s tempting to leave the past behind. Especially with a year like 2019, which seemed quite challenging for many people (holding my hand up!). But...
