Ah, le dixième. One of my favorite Parisian neighborhoods (after my beloved Montmartre, of course), you’ll often find me there on a given weekend. It’s one of the least “touristy” areas in the city — I lived in Paris for … Continue reading
In Between Two Cultures: My Life as an American in France
There are those who expatriate for a determined amount of time for their work. Others decide to definitively expatriate for various reasons of their own. And others just drift into expatriation. Some expats return to their original country; others stay … Continue reading
How To Avoid Scams in France and the Most Common Techniques Used by Fraudsters
When you move to a foreign country, all you can think about is the excitement and the joy of starting a new chapter of your life. There are those that have the American dream and there are those that have … Continue reading
Free Cultural Activities in Paris
Are you new in Paris and wanting to visit its cultural heritages and emblematic places but are tight on a budget? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Firstly, we recommend that you visit regularly the website of the Parisian Tourism … Continue reading
Why I Love Living in Montmartre
I’ve lived in several different places in the Greater Paris Area since I began my French séjour. After close to eight years abroad, I’ve moved five times. Before that, when I was still living in the US I moved six … Continue reading
Is it Safe to Visit Paris?
Some months ago, at the height of the transportation strikes, several well-meaning acquaintances messaged me with concern or asked on behalf of friends who were considering travel plans whether it was indeed safe to visit Paris. These people didn’t need … Continue reading
Retirement, Strikes, and Spring in France
“Well, to understand these protests, you have to understand how the French see their life and work narrative,” I told a client last week. “They go to school, get a degree or certification, work until they are 62, and then … Continue reading
How to Get Free Legal Help in France
Being in a foreign country and having some sort of civil or criminal issue and not knowing who to reach out to for help is truly overwhelming. Not being able to afford the help is even worse. Luckily, France is … Continue reading
How to Become a Doctor in France
Becoming a doctor in France is not easy, and it’s a brave choice. Medical studies in France are known to be the most difficult and challenging studies of the country. The selection process for medical school is also rumored to … Continue reading
Podcast Appearance and a 12 Days of Christmas Sale on Moving to France!
I recently appeared on Meet the Expats to talk about my ten years of living in France and my reflections on the journey. You can find it wherever you like to listen to your podcasts or via the direct player … Continue reading