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Some 450 pre-Columbian pieces in Quai Branly museum.

France country factbook

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Scandals from the 'The Wild West of Politics'

Basil Howitt on criminal investigations in the coastal resorts.

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20/11/2009 Lives and Livelihoods: God’s largest prison

In Lives and Livelihoods in the Languedoc-Roussillon 32, Basil Howitt is dragged against his will from the peace and quiet of home into the Tarn...

13/11/2009 Fragments: A collection of families

In his latest piece David Willows poses a simple yet complex question: 'Are you happy with your family?'

23/10/2009 Scandals from the 'The Wild West of Politics'

Lives and Livelihoods in the Languedoc-Roussillon: Basil Howitt reports on a new twist in the Saint-Cyprien saga and touches on other long-running...

05/10/2009 Boules, Baldies and Bermuda shorts in the Languedoc-Roussillon

This summer Basil Howitt became enthralled by the eccentricities and fanaticism of pétanque players.

14/09/2009 Lives & Livelihoods: What a waste!

Basil Howitt’s otherwise idyllic summer was marred only by the relentless dumping of fruit and vegetables at local supermarket entrances and...

11/09/2009 Repatriation to the USA

American expat Elise Krentzel expresses her fears and expectations about repatriating in two blog posts.

22/08/2009 Smoking - the new year round outdoor cooking and BBQ experience

As part of our Summer special, Peter Driscoll has put aside the traditional annual burnt offerings and recounts “How I started Smoking &...

Inside Expatica
Do the recent healthcare changes affect you?

Do the recent healthcare changes affect you?

Our expert Steven Grover delves into the murky waters of French healthcare for expats and asks how recent changes affect them?

Assurance Vie - An expatriate’s guide

Assurance Vie - An expatriate’s guide

Tax and estate planning figure prominently in the list of priorities of many financially secure expatriate residents of 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.

Should I buy or rent in France?

Should I buy or rent in France?

This is what you need to consider when making an early choice between purchasing or renting accommodation in France.