Monthly Archives: June 2008

Exploring the South West of France

Posted on June 29, 2008 by tony

When I am asked what are the best places to visit, I have a problem – I can only respond and state what I personally like or dislike and this may not be fair to the many alternative, possibly interesting … Continue reading →

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Exploring the South West of France

Posted on June 27, 2008 by tony

When I am asked what are the best places to visit, I have a problem – I can only respond and state what I personally like or dislike and this may not be fair to the many alternative, possibly interesting … Continue reading →

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Models of French Life

Posted on June 22, 2008 by tony

France is a big country with several totally different climates and thousands of years of local traditions. Every army has marched back and forth, conquering and settling in this rich and fruitful country. France is also the most visited area … Continue reading →

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The Oyster Club and Moliere

Posted on June 22, 2008 by tony

There have been several famous Oyster Clubs, these were often private societies dedicated to fine eating in good company. Through the enterprise of Robin Hicks, a businessman who lives near us in the Herault, a group of press, publishers and … Continue reading →

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Good French Food

Posted on June 10, 2008 by tony

I travel to a lot of towns and villages in France on business and often have to eat lunch out – today Carole and I had a meeting near Limoux and called into the town center looking for a simple … Continue reading →

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Take the slow road to France

Posted on June 9, 2008 by tony

I just re-read a reply I did to a reader asking for advice on what to see and visit driving south from Paris. Perhaps I have been living in France for too long and am getting over-familiar with the sights … Continue reading →

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Paris is Planning for the Future

Posted on June 8, 2008 by tony

A recent article in the Telegraph by Henry Samuel, announced Sarkozy’s ambition for a new Paris – President Nicolas Sarkozy of France has tasked a group of top architects, including Britain’s Richard Rogers, to dream up a Grand Paris to … Continue reading →

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Finding Properties for Sale

Posted on June 4, 2008 by tony

On my blog at www.FrUK.eu I am writing about setting up ways to find what properties are available for sale in France. This is not an easy task. A reader sent me information about three websites in Australia which offer … Continue reading →

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