Before moving to France, I had SO many ideas about what French people were like. Some were based on movies,…
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I stopped worrying about these 6 things when I moved to France
Life in France isn’t perfect—no place is—but there are some genuine upsides that have made my life a lot less…
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5 Unexpected positive surprises about life in France
Moving to France comes with plenty of expectations—the fact that we’ll be learning French, seeing stunning architecture everywhere, visiting some…
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Want to annoy the French? Watch out for these 9 ways to offend the locals
Maybe you’re heading to France soon or you just moved here. Congrats! But getting up to speed culturally can be…
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40 Things that might catch you off guard when you move to France
Thinking of moving to France? You’re not alone. I was in your shoes back in the day. But before you…
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45 Things I did WRONG as a newbie foreigner in France
Moving to France has been one of my best life decisions… and also the one where I’ve made the most…
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8 Subtle differences between France & the U.S. you’ll only notice when you live there
Bonjour, tout le monde! Today I’m back with even more little things France does differently than the U.S. You seem…
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Delicious or disgusting? 5 Foods I didn’t know about until AFTER I moved to France
When I first moved to France, I thought I had a pretty good grasp of food. After all, I grew…
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5 Ways France & the U.S. use numbers differently
Numbers are supposed to be universal, right? They’re the language of math and that transcends language. Easy peasy. Well, that’s…
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Taste testing 13 of the best potato chip flavors in France
Upon visiting grocery stores in France, you’ll find that they look similar enough to what you’re used to back home….
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Don’t @ me, but here’s what this American abroad doesn’t miss (one bit) about the U.S.
Bonjour from the land of baguettes and berets! I’ve been living the dream in France for over a decade now…
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5 Things the U.S. does better than France
Bonjour! A few months back, I published a post about things France does better than the U.S. In the name…
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8 Little things this American does to fit in with the French
I moved to France in 2012 and mon dieu, has it been a journey! Adapting to a new culture takes…
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These 7 things are smaller in France (than the U.S.)
Bonjour, mes amis! Does size matter? Is bigger actually better? If you’ve spent some time in France, you’ve definitely noticed…
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8 HUGE misconceptions about life in France that are WAY off base
While the mere mention of France may evoke images of berets, fancy food, and leisurely strolls along the Seine, the…
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5 Myths about the French and the actual TRUTH!
Oooh la la, the FRENCH! Wow, are people opinionated… Over the years, I’ve heard all kinds of assumptions about French…
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8 American habits that French people think are rude
The world would be a boring place if we were all the same. Learning about cultural differences is fascinating and…
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13 Best French snacks (and where to buy in the US)
Bonjour, my fellow snack enthusiasts! Are you ready to infuse your snack time with a dash of French flair? Say…
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7 Things France does better than the U.S.
I’ve lived in France since 2012 and I’ve had a lot of time over the years to reflect on the…
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Best 2023 French Advent calendars available online
There’s no shortage when it comes to Christmas Advent calendar ideas. Forget the simple cardboard calendars with dinky little flaps. Christmas Advent calendars have become super fancy and make great gifts. From Advent calendars with chocolate, food, candles, toys, and more, my French advent calendar ideas will help make your holidays all the more merry.
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