@oystercatcher
English expat in France
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English
Lives in la rochelle
Registration: 12 January 2015
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Essentials to live in France by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in France, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in France? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Totally agree! The French are extremely direct, sarcasm is hardly ever used, they are much more assertive than we Brits tend to be. Well spotted. Read More
Essentials to live in France by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in France, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in France? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Totally agree Read More
Essentials to live in France by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in France, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in France? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Hi Having lived here for 2.5 years, I would say, in no particular order:- Bring with you/stock up on return trips:- Tights (upwards of €7 here) Jeye cloths or whatever you use to clean your worktop - the only thing available here is those ... Read More
work and meeting friends by adesuwa
Bonjour everyone. Am Becky. Trying to learn French.. lol. I want to know about d major employers in france. My husband is a fore man in site construction company and also has a gulf experience in scaffolding. Also I want to get acquainted with ...
Hi there. I hope to be buying a place near Fontenay le Comte, wonder if anyone here lives anywhere near? Would be great to make contact. Thanks Read More
Houses to rent in Bordeaux by aliburnsy
We have just moved to France/ Bordeaux and we are living in temporary accommodation. Could anyone please give any advice on renting a 3 bed house near or in Merignac? Our problem is that I am a Ltd company still based in England and therefore have ...
Hi again....sorry just had another convo with OH and he didn't realize your income situation, and said yes they normally demand iproof of income/tax paid etc. Sorry! Good luck with the search and feel free to contact me again if you don't ... Read More
Anyone out there living in Charent Maritime? by nelliedean
Hi there, I'm Nicky, about to move from the Charente where I've been housesitting since last November, to Ile d'Oleron to be with my scrummy French boyfriend. There seems to be a shortage of English speakers on the island, and I wonder ...
Hi there Thanks for your reply, wow you clearly had quite a negative experience here! Well, I know some neighbours and friends of friends, and am hoping to start an art class soon which may help...and yes b/f has many interesting friends...but know ... Read More
Anyone out there living in Charent Maritime? by nelliedean
Hi there, I'm Nicky, about to move from the Charente where I've been housesitting since last November, to Ile d'Oleron to be with my scrummy French boyfriend. There seems to be a shortage of English speakers on the island, and I wonder ...
Hi there! sorry for delayed reply! I'm actually on Ile d'Oleron, but we do occasionally come over to La Rochelle. A coffee would be a great idea....perhaps I could msg you when I'm next heading that way? Thanks for getting in ... Read More
Houses to rent in Bordeaux by aliburnsy
We have just moved to France/ Bordeaux and we are living in temporary accommodation. Could anyone please give any advice on renting a 3 bed house near or in Merignac? Our problem is that I am a Ltd company still based in England and therefore have ...
Hi there Great to hear from you....ok best of luck with the hunt. Sure you'll find something. No shortage of great houses there. My OH has also said you should have no problem renting with a UK company...and that he used to work on platforms and ... Read More
Houses to rent in Bordeaux by aliburnsy
We have just moved to France/ Bordeaux and we are living in temporary accommodation. Could anyone please give any advice on renting a 3 bed house near or in Merignac? Our problem is that I am a Ltd company still based in England and therefore have ...
Hi there. Saw your post and wondered whether you're looking for something right now or whether you can hold on for a few months? My boyfriend has a large (4 bed) house of c 200sqm in Montussan which he has built (nice area, very quiet and ... Read More