It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year! If you’re a Francophile, it’s time to get the house and tree ready…
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5 Best day trips from Paris to experience the real France
Eiffel Tower. The Louvre. Arc de Triomphe. These are just some of the most iconic tourist attractions in the world,…
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What is sustainable fashion and why I’ve made a shift to support it
Regardless of your politics, I don’t think anyone would argue with the fact that humans have done a ton of…
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How to support bloggers you love without spending a cent
I was talking to an older relative the other day who didn’t grow up with blogs and social media. She…
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9 Random thoughts after several months of work travel
This year has been full of work travel for me. The last couple of months have been particularly hectic, and…
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Things we do that hold us back as foreigners abroad
As a kid, I thought the adults in my life had it all figured out. I thought everyone was kind…
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A French textile brand I love
Have you ever bought something for yourself or your home with the best of intentions, but it has ended up…
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My atypical experience taking the antimalarial drug Malarone
Last week, I returned to France after a hectic month or so of work travel that brought me to Haiti,…
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Why the Peloton app is about so much more than exercise
I’m much more reliant on technology to connect with those who are important to me — hello WhatsApp and Facetime — and one example of this is through the Peloton fitness app. I’m obsessed, but it goes well beyond the fitness aspect.
Mid-summer check-in: Best and worst parts of life lately
Salut, everyone! How’s summer? What have you been up to? France has been hit with some crazy hot weather lately…
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Everyday USA conveniences you won’t find in France
The USA is a huge country, and no matter where you go, you’ll find all types of everyday conveniences that make our lives easier and more efficient. In France, many things we take for granted in the USA are done a little differently. Let’s talk about these French cultural differences.
I finally got air conditioning in France
As I type this at 9:56 p.m., it’s 95 F/35 C outside. Temps topped 100 F today and there’s no…
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Rothy’s Loafers review & why I love this brand
For my readers in the USA and Canada, have you heard about Rothy’s flats? I love them and first told you about this sustainable shoe brand that makes stylish flats from recycled water bottles (although you’d never know it) earlier this year. Since then, I’ve picked up two more styles, so here’s my Rothy’s Loafers review.
7 years!
June 2019 marks 7 years of blogging here at Oui in France, and WOW does time fly. I think I…
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Show up like you’re already where you want to be
We all face challenges in life. If we’re human, we’ve come up against struggle personally and professionally. But some of…
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Do you tip in France? Must-know facts about tipping in France and Paris
Any American living in France will notice that tipping in France is different than what they’re used to. Do you tip in France and for what services and how much do you tip in France? The entire culture is different so of course that applies to tipping in France as well. Let’s take a closer look at France tipping culture.
Spending the day with an organic winemaker and wine expert (VIDEO)
Last month, I put out 2 wine-focused videos over on my YouTube channel. I had the pleasure of spending the…
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73 Questions challenge
Howdy, mes amis. Let’s get into some Monday fun. I was encouraged by Ashley, one of my favorite healthy living…
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Public holidays France: Dates to know
Public holidays in France and public holidays in the US can’t be compared. France wins every time. Let’s look at…
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7 Historic places in the South of France you must visit
The South of France has long had a reputation as a holiday destination for the glamorous and beautiful, but it’s…
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