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09/01/2010 Google Phone not so smart

Internet giant Google launched its own smartphone last week. The only thing unique about the phone is its name. Nevertheless, it has generated...

04/01/2010 Ten crucial consumer trends for 2010

Trendwatching.com offers the top 10 trends to look out for in the coming year, spotting more recession-proof opportunities than ever before.

25/12/2009 Merry Christmas to all expats!

Expatica wishes you all a happy Christmas and a prosperous 2010!

12/12/2009 Relax, it's Christmas

How to keep stress levels low during the festive season - with a little bit of planning and task-sharing.

30/11/2009 Paris bike rental scheme shifts gears after vandalism

Paris signed a new deal with the firm running its bike rental scheme after thieves and vandals forced the city to replace the entire 20,000-strong...

27/11/2009 Christmas markets in France

We asked expatica readers from around the country to recommend their favourite festive markets...

23/11/2009 The globetrotting little Opinel knife

Picasso used it in his workshop, Ellen MacArthur and Eric Tabarly took it out to sea: from a blacksmith's forge in France's Savoie...

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Introducing Renting a home in France

Introducing Renting a home in France

Here's a short introduction to our Renting a house or an apartment section for France.

Introducing Buying a house in France

Introducing Buying a house in France

Here's a short introduction to our Buying a house or apartment section for France.

Clubs, groups and associations in France

Clubs, groups and associations in France

From Gaelic clubs to Canadian Alumni organisations, there is bound to be an English-speaking club for you in France.

Fitness tips for 2010

Fitness tips for 2010

It’s time to get active! Research shows exercise can improve your health, confidence and quality of life.