If you mention France to someone, one of the first things that will pop into their head will surely be…
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Culture shock moments at grocery stores in France
You can learn a lot about a country and its people by taking a stroll down the aisles of a…
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Part 2: Weird American things (the French think so)
The longer I live in France, the more I realize that we’re a weird bunch. OK, Americans aren’t weird. We’re…
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Let’s talk about smiling in France. Don’t do it!
For all the ladies out there, have you ever been walking down the street minding your own business, deep in…
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Culture shock in France: 13 Things that will surprise you (especially #10)
France is the only country I’ve lived in aside from the U.S. and I experienced a bit of culture shock…
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Hugging in France: Never hug a French person! (and what to do instead)
Do French people hug? Curious about hugging in France? I’m talking about all of that in this post about hugging in France and why it’s not a part of French culture in the same way as it is in the USA. Here’s the first thing to know: You do not greet French people with a hug. Ever. Here’s what you do instead of hugging!
7 Things I’ll never understand about the French
I’ve been in France nearly three years now and have made great* strides in understanding the French people, the language…
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Things the French would never pay for (especially #2)
At first glance, the French and Americans seem similar enough. People of both nationalities eat, sleep, work, vacation, drink, smoke. But how do we spend money? Differently. Here are 5 things the French would never pay for.
French cultural differences: How to freak out an American
The lovely Geraldine of CommeUneFrancaise recently posted a video on how to scare the hell out of a French person…
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10 Biggest French faux pas you can commit. And why #7 is the worst.
This is by no means an inclusive list of French faux pas and it’s not the end of the world if you commit a faux pas below, but they are things to keep in mind when adapting to French culture.
What French people find weird about Americans
Americans aren’t weird… are we? Maybe we are. Many times I’ve been going about my business, doing normal American things…
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Ask Tom Tuesdays: On American & French social differences
Ever wonder about American and French social differences? They are definitely something that needs to be discussed so Tom is here today filling us in.
Pet culture in France vs. the USA
Like Americans, the French love their pets. There’s no doubt about that! Dagny has a very good life here and…
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Ask Tom Tuesdays: Differences between American and French women
There’s something about French guys… and you just want to hear what they have to say! I’m often asked what…
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French etiquette: How to be polite in France
When visiting France, one of the first things you’ll notice after interacting with shopkeepers, cashiers and pretty much anyone is…
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What’s so special about twins anyway?
Tom and his twin brothr went to the USA on vacation and the one question they got over and over was, “Are you twins?” It’s never happened in France.
Are French people rude?
Welcome to July’s myth of the month! Everyone has heard the stereotype that the French are rude. Snobby. Too proud. Critical….
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French work culture: What Americans can learn from the French work life balance
I used to work at a retirement home as a teenager and the elderly residents would always tell me how…
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