Holidays in France
2000 years of history, re-start in Boulogne-sur-Mer
Thanks to its sea-facing position opposite its eternal and well-loved England, Boulogne-sur-Mer soon became a favourite spot.
Camping in Corsica
Tristan Rutherford enjoyed being close to the water’s edge during a camping trip around Corsica’s coastline
Win! A great trip to Brittany
Plus Manoir de Kervingant is offering all entrants £250 off a week’s stay at the property, which can sleep up to 14 people in six bedrooms!
Spotlight on Bordeaux
Think of Bordeaux and you’ll no doubt think of wine – with a renowned international reputation boasting more than 60 appellations, 115,000 hectares and close to 9,000 winemakers in the area alone, the industry accounts for every job in six in the Gironde département.
Afloat in Alsace
A boating holiday along the Canal de la Marne au Rhin proved a voyage of discovery for Ray Kershaw and his family in a land where French and German cultures meet.
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Living in France
Teaching English in France
France is many people’s dream destination, but life here can be isolating if you are not working or don’t speak French.
We are family
Tracey and Julian Glowinski were happily settled in the beautiful south of France when their much longed for daughter Katya joined them to make their lives complete, discovers Carolyn Reynier
Wedding Belles
With stunning venues, delicious gastronomy and beautiful scenery it’s no wonder that loved-up Francophiles are choosing to tie the knot in France. For wedding blogger Georgia Tolley getting married in Provence was something she’d always dreamt of, discovers Anna McKittrick
The fabric of life
Katie Elliott Armitage and her husband Michael took on a huge renovation project when they swapped London life for rural Dordogne, where they now run creative workshops, says Anna McKittrick
Paris life
Many Britons live in France and work in the UK. For Catherine Turner who runs a bicycle business, a move to Paris seemed like a daunting prospect, but she has quickly settled in to the City of Light, says Fiona Webster.
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Property in France
How will the new president affect Brits buying property in France?
François Hollande has become the first Socialist French president for over 20 years. Early indicators are that his presidency will bring about clashes with German chancellor, Angela Merkel, who has driven through austerity measures throughout the eurozone in recent times. Hollande, meanwhile, favours a tax-and-spend programme to stimulate growth.
How to buy a French property
France has it all – wonderful beaches, mountains, countryside, some of the best food and wine, fabulous cities, culture and an enviable quality and pace of life.
French Alps - year-round magic
Year-round holiday homes in the French Alps have special appeal for British buyers
Homes in Languedoc and Lancashire
Karen Tait Finds out why Abi Turner and husband Martin believe they have the best of both worlds with homes in Lancashire and France
Advice for French property buyers
With the french property market starting to move again in favour of sellers, David Anderson has some useful advice for buyers
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French culture
Celebrity Interview: Eric Cantona
Eric Cantona created drama on the football pitch; now he’s doing the same on stage and screen, as he explains to Pierre de Villiers
What to bring to an apéro? 20 ideas
L’apéro or “aperitif” is a French institution. Scary for some, exciting for others, it is a perfect insight into french culture.
French Language - La Marseillaise
France’s national anthem has had a turbulent history, but today La Marseillaise is one of the most cherished emblems of the Republic.
My France Interview: Marcus Brigstocke
Comedian, actor and writer Marcus Brigstocke performed in French for a BBC show after four weeks’ tuition. He tells Eve Middleton about the French sense of humour and his passion for cheese
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