The French language has been a constant in my life since the day I was born, and my relationship with…
How I Got a Carte de Séjour Salarié: Part 1
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Day Trips from Paris: Auvers-sur-Oise
There is an endless list of amazing cities and towns a train ride away from Paris – and you’d be…
How to Find and Rent an Apartment in Paris
I think most expatriates to the French capital will agree with me when I say that renting in Paris is…
How to get a French Social Security Number & Carte Vitale
For a foreigner living in France, anything involving the administration can be a nightmare. Obtaining a social security number and…
Book Review: L’art de la simplicité
As of late I’ve become increasingly intrigued by the thought of minimalism and living a less stressful life (tiny Parisian…
14 French Slang Words and Expressions You Won’t Learn in Class
When it comes to learning foreign languages, learning slang is essential to making you truly sound like a native speaker.…
How to Get a French Phone Number
When you first move to France, there are about a hundred different things you need to do to get set…
2 Cheap Ways to Learn French in Paris
If you are going to live in Paris, you have to learn to speak French. Want to make friends with…
Day Trips from Paris: Chantilly
Paris is fantastique and all, but sometimes a day away from the bustling capital is necessary to maintain your sanity.…
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