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Life in France as a disabled person is, at least, difficult. Access, services, employment and independence are all things that are taken for granted in everyday life but for the disabled they are almost exclusively denied. Banks that have no disabled access, lack of disabled parking spaces, few shopping trolleys... Read more →
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THERE is no doubt that improving your French language skills will help when living in France. However, pouring over books and dictionaries can be a little tiresome, but the opportunity to listen to conversations and work on your understanding can prove useful. That is what you can do on the... Read more →
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THE European Court has ruled against allowing Europeans to buy alcohol and cigarettes over the internet or by phone from other EU countries with lower tax duties. France would have been one of the main beneficiaries, as many people would have taken the opportunity to buy online from French suppliers,... Read more →
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THOUSANDS more Brits now own a property aboard than in 2004, claims research from analysts Mintel. In two years the number of people who own a second home overseas has grown by 250,000 to 800,000 – an increase of 45 per cent – and the trend shows no sign of... Read more →
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If you are going to be spending your first Christmas in France, what can you expect? Essentially Christmas is a time for families in France; a time when the family gathers together and exchanges gifts. Depending on the region of France celebrations can vary, eastern and northern France begin their... Read more →
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RELYING on just the income from a gîte can be a risky proposition, so people will often look at other options to ensure the money keeps flowing. Here Tony Scott outlines the steps he took to register to sell fishing tackle at markets in the Haute-Vienne region. Our experience, I... Read more →
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THE tale of The Little Prince will be brought to life at the Northern Stage Theatre in Newcastle this Christmas. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beautiful story of the adventures of a young prince is one of my favourites and a trip to the North East may be on the cards. Read more →
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EARLY next year the East Midlands will host two shows with a real touch of France. Purveyors of quality wines and fine foods, chefs and property experts will be offering an insight into the French way of life at The France Show Live exhibition. The event will feature a mix... Read more →
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THE Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has been highlighting the perils and pitfalls of moving abroad. They have stressed the importance of getting your financial affairs in shape, ensuring health provision for yourself and family is set up and raising awareness of making informed decisions when buying overseas. One of... Read more →
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A NEW service between Durham Tees Valley and Nice by Flyglobespan is to start next summer. From July 1 the airline will operate flights between the two destinations on Sunday and Wednesday, with one-way tickets starting from £49.99. Read more →
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