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Property Buying: Ready, Steady… Go!
With the possibility of travelling to France again, visiting trips to complete transactions or find a property are back on track. If you’ve read our previous articles you will have seen that exchange rates have been in flux during this…
Your Travel Options to France from June 15
France is once again open to visitors as of today, June 15, with the country lifting all travel restrictions at its internal European borders, in accordance with recommendations made by the European Commission. From today, “people from countries in…
News Update: Travel to France and Quarantine
France’s second stage of deconfinement began on June 2, with most places such as parks, museums, monuments, beaches and holiday accommodation once again open to visitors, albeit with safety measures in place in some cases (ie mask-wearing in museums). And…
Easyjet Flights to Resume on June 15
EasyJet has announced that it will resume flights – mostly domestic – from some airports in Britain, France and Spain from June 15, with all passengers and crew obliged to wear masks. Among the UK airports served will be Gatwick,…
Can I travel with pets during the Covid-19 pandemic?
Animalcouriers are licensed animal hauliers with a UK State Veterinary Service Licence to carry animals by road throughout Europe. They also provide shipping solutions to places further afield. As members of the International Pet Animal Transport Association, they have high standards in their management of the animals they transport…
Renewable Energy – A Guide For Homeowners
Are you worried about rising energy costs and the long-term effects of powering your home with climate-harming fossil fuels? Energy companies are constantly hiking their prices while the climate emergency is dominating headlines around the world. Conversely, the French government…
Rural France for Aussies
For many Australians, their first (and sometimes only) taste of France is the capital, Paris. Those taking an escorted coach tour inevitably visit the romantic city for a night or two. But the rest of France shouldn’t be forgotten, says Carolyn Schonafinger…
Competitions – Win Amazing French Prizes
If you love France you’ll love these competitions! With a chance to win tips, experiences, food, drink and more, you could be one click away from an exciting prize! We put up new competitions regularly, so why not bookmark this…
Don’t Get Stung by Currency Exchange at the Airport
With summer fast approaching, whether you are looking to buy a property or holiday in France, we are all starting to plan our trips abroad, and anyone leaving it too late to change their currency could end up losing hundreds…
Make the Most of Your Viewing Trip
If you’re looking for houses in France, it pays to be prepared. Follow our handy bullet-point guide to making the most of your viewing trip. * Make sure you have appointments booked with agents – don’t expect to just walk…
Narbonne Property Guide
For many the ancient city of Narbonne and its surrounds is the ideal property location in the Aude department – right at the crossroads of the two main motorways, easily accessed from 4 airports, close enough to the beach for day- tripping, and steeped in history and culture. “Narbonne Property Guide”
The Compromis de Vente and the Promesse de Vente
The Compromis de Vente is the first formal and legally binding stage in the property purchase process in France.
Moving House? A Handy Removal Countdown Checklist
This is a comprehensive list of things to do at various points during the removal process. Following this checklist will take away some of the pressure of thinking of too many things at once, or having to make last minute changes for forgotten necessities.
France Crowned World’s Top Tourist Destination
Once again France comes out on top as the number one most visited tourist destination in the world.
Caretaking a Gîte: A Week in the Life of a French Property Manager
Most of you will have some contact with holidaymakers in France during the summer, but in case you didn’t realise what effort goes into making sure their holidays are successful, ‘a week in the life’ of a caretaker of holiday homes makes entertaining reading…
Markets in Provence
Visiting an open-air market in Provence is one of life’s great little pleasures. Market day has been a way of life for Provençals for generations. The market serves a social function bringing together the community each week …
Shopping in Paris at Christmas
Take a short break in Paris this winter and see if a breath of French air can’t make Christmas shopping memorable for all the right reasons: original gift ideas, money saving opportunities, pit-stops at Ladurée…
Car Hire in France Advice: The New Rules
We speak to the AA about the controversial DVLA scheme for car hire abroad For some care hire in France customers this summer there was chaos and confusion, but the dust has now settled on the DVLA’s decision to introduce a digital-only…
Belle-Époque opulence at the Musée d’Orsay
A visit to the Musée d’Orsay unveils unexpected delights From grimy railway station to custodian of one of the world’s most important art collections, the building at 1 Rue de la Légion d’Honneur in Paris is a masterpiece of survival.…
A Property Guide to Provence, Alps, and the Côte D’azur
Looking for a property in the sun? This article is an introductory guide to Provence and the Côte d’Azur region covering information on climate, landscape, access, property styles and prices.
The Autoroute in France: An Infographic
The autoroute in France is familiar to us all. From north to south, east to west, from Lyon down to the Riviera on the mythical, almost sensory route du soleil, a humble stretch of French road can be a source of holiday…
Acte De Vente: The Final Step to Buy a Property in France
The Acte de Vente or Acte Authentique is the final contract signed by the buyer and seller when a property is sold in France. It must be prepared and witnessed in France, by a notaire.
Infographic: 20 Fun Facts about the Louvre
The Louvre is the most visited museum in the world. To champion this beloved museum and art gallery, we unveil these 20 little-known facts about the Louvre.
How to spot an authentic Lyon bouchon
One thing that you cannot miss out on when you visit Lyon is eating at the local, traditional bouchon. These little, family-owned bistros are synonymous with the Rhône-Alps capital and cannot be found in any other French city and are…
Market day in the Dordogne
Market day is important in rural Dordogne – an opportunity to buy fresh food from local producers and catch up on news from friends and neighbours in the area. If you are used to supermarket fruits and vegetables, be prepared to change your shopping habits forever.
How to choose a campsite in France
There are over 8,250 registered campsites in France plus a further 1,400 farm campsites or aires naturelles so knowing how to pick the campsite that is best for you can seem a bit daunting. France has almost three times more…
10 reasons why Lyon is better than Paris
I went to Paris once and the city is beautiful as they say. I was happy there, I visited it properly and took some great photos. Yet I was not overwhelmed by it. Maybe because I had such high expectations, I was told that…
French Alps property buyers get on their bikes and stay for the summer
As the snow melts on the ski slopes a record numbers of bikes are being kept in the storage areas ready for summer in many of the new French Alpine residential developments.
What to do with only three days in Paris
Oftentimes I receive a call from a friend or an acquaintance telling me that they are going to tour Europe and will be in Paris for two or three days. They mention the sights they plan on seeing (in two…
Driving in France: Hands-free Kit Ban Effective June 30
If you are going to be driving in France, take note of the new ban on hands-free kits in vehicles that will take effect on June 30, 2015. The ban includes any mobile device hands-free kit that requires a wired or wireless ear bud, headset, or headphone.
Two Aussie blokes in Paris
Two Australian mates who would regularly get together to watch the football and became the unlikely authors of the travel memoir ‘Paris Tragics’ talk about their shared passion for France.
Book review: The French Dog, Rachael McKenna
Photographer Rachel McKenna sets off on a road trip of France to capture breeds like the Brittany Spaniel and the French Briard in the relaxed surroundings of their natural environment.
Texting in French
There was a time when it was enough to be able to converse in the boulangerie and skim read the local journal to get by in France. But what should you do when a friend sends you a message like ‘mrci pr le kfe’? The answer is to text them back…
Aligot, an irresistible speciality from the Aveyron
Aligot is a fondue-like potato and cheese dish made by skilled men with vast wooden paddles and often served alongside local sausages or spit-roast veal, lamb or pork. Aligot transcends its simple ingredients and tastes best eaten outdoors in a crowded village square on a summer’s evening.
How to order a coffee in France
VIDEO: we understand how challenging it can be to get through the simplest things in a foreign language. In this episode of Comme Une Française TV, we learn how to order a coffee in France.
French Cookware Explained
France is renowned for its cuisine, and French chefs have traditionally set the standard for culinary excellence across the world… so what are the tools that French chefs rely on?
Driving in France – an Introduction
Before setting off onto the French roads, it is vital to acquaint yourself with some basic principals concerning driving in France as well as the road network and administrative requirements relating to driving licences.
A postcard from the France Show in London
A fun day out with everything you love about French culture, food, wine, music and of course property. In case you weren’t able to make it this year, here are some of our highlights of the France Show in London.
Working in France
If you want to get a paid job in France, get a head start with our guide to the employment situation, from the different workplace customs to contracts and wages
New Year in Paris? Head for the Champs Elysées
This year all eyes will be on the Arc-de-Triomphe as the focal point of the countdown to welcome 2015. The city is planning something a little special this year, in addition to the glittering display that we are accustomed to
Pet passport procedure
A pet passport means that your much-loved animal can easily travel with you to France, but getting your pet ready for travel can take weeks or months. Vet Diana James takes you through the process, step-by-step.
Show off your French garden for a good cause
Two years ago four British garden owners in the Creuse had an idea. What if they could develop an open garden scheme in France, like the ones in other countries?
Blog – News, stories and insider info from France
France is a diverse country brimming with culture to consume and experiences to discover. It doesn’t matter whether you’re outdoorsy, a museum buff or simply want to relax on a beautiful terrace, France has plenty for everyone. The FrenchEntrée blog…
France drops electronic chip from new format driving licence
The new credit card format French driving licence includes an electronic chip, but it has been found to be too expensive to implement.
France Flight Map
We are working on a brand new Flight Map to France. This page will be launched again very soon. Thank you for your patience.
Eiffel Tower Inaugurates New Glass Floor Platform
The Mayor of Paris officially cut the ribbon today on the improvements made to the first floor in the most visited monument in the world: the Tour Eiffel. The main feature is a transparent viewing panel – look away now…
I’ve Visited 100 Places in France… And Counting!
Jane Dunning has reached a major milestone in her French travels. I’ve reached 100! Not the great age of 100, just one hundred places in France where I have stayed for a night or more. I first visited France in 1978,…
French Riviera Gem: A Snapshot of St-tropez
David Shoestring heads to the prestigious Riviera village to see how the other half live. A visit to St-Tropez last year managed both to confound and to exceed expectations. The boats in the harbour may be somewhat grander than of old,…
Book review: The Film Lover’s Paris, Barbara Boespflug and Beatrice Billon
The Film Lover’s Paris Barbara Boespflug and Beatrice Billon, Éditions du Chêne, £11.95 The brainchild of two film experts who dedicated a year to its creation, this is the essential cinéphile’s handbook to Paris. Their aim: to list the locations and…
