When you are tired of rushing about, tired of trying to find somewhere to park your car before the market packs up and goes home, of endless queueing from motorway to restaurant...come and see us in the Drôme... remembering…
- 8th Jan 2015
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Hello from southwest France , as we're getting in the mood for the ski season , we want to tell you about a recent trip to Saint Lary, or Saint-Lary-Soulan as it’s officially called. We love Saint Lary, both in summer…
- 30th Dec 2014
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We’ve come to the Vendée to catch up with two sets of friends; a couple based in Vouvant and a family we’ve been close to for years in Fontenay-le-Comte. Vendée is part of the Pays-de-la-Loire region…
- 23rd Dec 2014
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French Christmas Traditions The way Christmas is celebrated in France is not too dissimilar to the UK festivities and traditions: decorating the house, presents and good food are all involved. The religious significance…
- 16th Dec 2014
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After many years of holidaying in France, Noelle and Michael Keating decided to start looking for their dream home. They now live in the pretty village of Bourgueil in the heart of the Loire Valley best known for the splendour…
- 2nd Dec 2014
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For this week’s postcard, we’re back in Southwest France . We’re on the road again for a long celebration weekend with our friend in Eymet, and then we’ll visit a few properties in Duras. We love…
- 25th Nov 2014
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Things work differently in France; there’s no getting away from that. I suspect that differences are more pronounced in the countryside than in the cities, but nevertheless, there are significant differences. I was…
- 17th Nov 2014
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We’re not too sure why, but shortly after the clocks changed and the nights start drawing in, we’re still full of energy. We’ve come to Perpignan for the weekend and we can’t seem to sit still! We’ve…
- 10th Nov 2014
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This postcard comes from the town of Béziers in the department of Hérault, in the Occitanie region . A town with a population of around 70,000 it lies snuggled between the Mediterranean and the mountains. This…
- 15th Oct 2014
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This postcard comes to you from Avranches, right next to Mont Saint-Michel in the Manche department of lower Normandy . Avranches is a small town completely steeped in history and only a stone’s throw from the stunning…
- 24th Sep 2014
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I think it’s fair to say that in the UK we’ve had a superb summer, for a change! It kind of took us by surprise, but we have certainly enjoyed it and most of us seem to have made the most of it. In fact, going…
- 18th Sep 2014
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France is still among the most popular overseas destinations for buy to-let investors. But in this new social world, how much does ‘being social’ play in the success of your buy-to-let business? Real-Life Success…
- 10th Sep 2014
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In this week’s article, we’d like to share with you 10 things you can do to make sure you integrate well into your new life in France . No matter what age you are, no matter what your family situation, there…
- 4th Sep 2014
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The Loire Valley is a part of France that abounds in chateaux, impressive manor houses , cathedrals and superb landscapes. The Loire River, of course, is the element that pulls this whole neck of the woods together…
- 26th Aug 2014
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Notaires in France are important people, while their role is steeped in legal matters, he or she is different to a solicitor. Commonly charged with drawing up contracts between parties, you may find yourself in need to visit…
- 19th Aug 2014
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This week our postcard comes from the Burgundy region , which once was better know as the valley of the kings. A part of France renowned around the globe for its wines, Burgundy is steeped in history and being a foodie’s…
- 12th Aug 2014
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Moving to France, or even investing in a holiday home in France means that you’ll be venturing into a whole new world. In that new world, the vast majority of people you meet will speak a different language, they have…
- 4th Aug 2014
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Although we’re lovers of everything simple at heart, there is something special about the French Riviera that fills us with excitement and pleasure every time we visit. It’s easy to see why this has been…
- 1st Aug 2014
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The Charente is part of the former Poitou-Charente region, now part of the much larger Nouvelle Aquitaine region . It is one of four departments that make up this now popular and extremely attractive region. The Rise of…
- 15th Jul 2014
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If you’re planning a new life in France and you’re not in a situation where you don’t need to work, the chances are you’ll be thinking about setting up a business. Setting up a business in France…
- 11th Jul 2014
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Today we’re sending our postcard from Carcassonne , a beautiful, fortified, hilltop city in the Aude in the Occitanie region , formely known as Languedoc. Carcassonne is the capital of Aude and throughout history has…
- 4th Jul 2014
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When you first move to France it can be confusing knowing where you need to go to seek advice and knowing who deals with what. Even taking the language barrier out of the equation, who deals with what in France is different…
- 27th Jun 2014
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Often referred to as France’s 'Little England', there is no getting away from the fact that the Dordogne is a beautiful, culturally rich and historically interesting corner of France. In this article, our Postcard…
- 15th Jun 2014
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If you’re house hunting in France, you’ll no doubt have noticed that there are a whole host of different styles of property that are ripe for renovation. There are many number of reasons for this. One is that…
- 8th Jun 2014
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Driving in France is a delightful way to explore the country's diverse regions , and their stunning landscapes and historic sites. However, there are some important facts to know to ensure a relaxing holiday and amazing…
- 26th May 2014
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For anyone who doesn’t know the Tarn , it’s a department located in the Occitanie region of Southwest France. It gets its name from the River Tarn that runs through the department. It’s creation in the…
- 19th May 2014
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When you make the move to France , one of the first things you’re likely to need to get sorted out is insurance. When you sign with the Notaire to take ownership of your French property , you must have your house insurance…
- 13th May 2014
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Gers (or Gascony), is located in the Occitanie region in the southwest of France, its official definition takes in an enormous expanse of land stretching from Bordeaux and Bayonne in the west, across to Toulouse in the east.…
- 5th May 2014
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Although France is a big country, globally there’s only an estimated 129 million French speakers. What this means is that most switched on French parents want their offspring to speak another language and most business…
- 28th Apr 2014
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When it comes to earning a living in France , depending on your general skills as well as your French language skills, your choices may be limited. But one choice that is open to anyone who is sociable, good with people…
- 18th Apr 2014
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Freelancing is a great way to secure yourself an income for your new life in France . If you’re thinking of moving to France with a young family or ahead of retirement, then the chances are that you’ll need to…
- 14th Apr 2014
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If you’re a few years short of retirement or a young family yearning to move and live in France but keep being put off by the fact that you feel as if you might struggle to make enough income when you get there, today’s…
- 7th Apr 2014
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In recent weeks our blog has focused on the healthcare system in France, in this article we explore how to choose your Medical Top-Up Insurance cover . While this isn’t the most glamorous parts of you new life, it’s…
- 4th Apr 2014
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If you’re planning a new life in France , you’re sure to have done lots of research and will be facing many decisions, but one really important aspect of this adventure is often ignored until it’s too late.…
- 28th Mar 2014
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When you decide to buy your dream home and start a new life in France , one of the first things you’ll need to do is open a bank account. When it comes to banks in France, like in the UK there’s plenty of choice.…
- 21st Mar 2014
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As we mentioned in our previous article , the organisation in France that manages the healthcare system is called CPAM ( Caisse Primaire d’Assurance Maladie ). While most villages and small towns will either have a…
- 12th Mar 2014
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