France can be intimidating to a lot of us, especially before our first trip when we’re left to base our…
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When is the best time to visit Paris? Must-know tips for a standout trip!
You’ve officially decided you want to visit France on your next vacation but you’re not sure what the best month…
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Is it safe to travel to France now with the war in Ukraine? My thoughts.
The information shared below is up to date as of March 16, 2022. Life around the world has been far…
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What I’d do differently if I were moving to France from the USA today
I moved to France in 2012 and you know what they say about hindsight being 20/20. You’ve heard the saying…
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9 Biggest reasons NOT to live in France
It’s easy to find 100 reasons why you SHOULD move to France. It’s a beautiful country, after all, and French…
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How to bring wine back from France
How can you bring wine back from France? All you need is to have one bottle of red wine explode in your suitcase to never want to try to transport wine on a long-haul flight ever again.
How to open a French bank account as an American
If you’re wondering how to open a French bank account as an American, you’ll want to read on. It’s not as difficult as you may think! Here’s my experience along with a few tips.
How to move to France
Hi guys, the most popular question I get from readers is about how to move to France. People write me looking for advice, reassurance and encouragement, all of which I’m happy to give.
Should a beginner rent a canal boat in France? My thoughts after 3 trips
After our first self-piloted canal cruise, people asked me whether or not someone new to boating can do this type of vacation. Can a total beginner handle a canal boat? What’s a good beginner canal cruise?
Are you on the right path?
Someone I cared about recently passed away. It’s made me question everything and if I’m on the right path in life. Something you hear me say often is that life is short and it’s been proven to me over and over in so many different ways. Are you on the right path and how do you know? Here’s what I’ve learned.
8 Paris travel tips to get the most out of your trip
Like many of you out there, my first time to France was a trip to Paris and I could have…
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Tips for when the foreign in-laws meet each other
For those of us in relationships with someone from another country, meeting the family can be quite an experience. That goes double when your partner’s native language differs from your own. Here are some tips for when the foreign in-laws meet. Take a deep breath.
How to start a lifestyle blog (or any blog)
You live abroad and love expat blogs. You’ve toyed around with the idea of starting an expat blog yourself. Now is the time. Here’s how to start an expat blog.
Life lessons from living abroad
As we get older and see more and do more, we can’t help but allow these experiences to change us. I like to think it’s all for the best. Here are some life lessons from living abroad that I’ve put together.
Things to know before you move to France
Thinking of moving abroad? You may want to read on for things to know before you move to France.
How to stay safe online: A guide for solo female travelers
***I’m currently on vacation in Corsica and this is a guest post from one of my readers. Thanks for checking…
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A personal problem and sleepless nights
Anyone who knows me well will tell you I like my sleep. I like to be fast asleep by 11…
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How to have a bad experience in France
Our behavior has a direct impact on our own happiness and how we’re perceived — and the great thing is…
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How to watch TV shows and movies online when you live abroad
TV shows and movies are hard to find if you live abroad. So what’s an expat to do? How can you watch TV shows abroad?
So you’re gonna be an expat? Tips for the newbie
Moving is a fun and exciting time. But it can also be stressful and anxiety inducing. All of these things…
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