Tips not in the guides for American expats in France
Ira and his wife have traveled the lower 48, Mexico and the Caribbean, but when they visited Europe they fell in love with the South of France. So they bought a holiday house and visited once or twice a year. In the spring of 2013 they found a little house suitable...
Moving to France from ‘Down Under’
Are you one of the increasing number of people from Down Under attracted to ‘la vie française’? We’re here to tell you that moving to France from Australia and New Zealand is absolutely possible, but there are a few hurdles you should be...
Réveillon! Christmas celebrations in France
With the festive season fast approaching, we thought we’d take a look at some of the celebrations in France and what they mean.
5 Reasons to Move to France After the US Election
At Renestance we are not affiliated with any political party, but it was reported that 25% of Americans said they’d consider emigrating in the event of a Trump presidential victory. On the night of last week’s election result, Canada’s immigration...
Beaujolais Nouveau 2016!
Part of the appeal of relocating to France is the availability and variety of sumptuous local foods and delightful wines. Beaujolais Nouveau – the cheeky little wine that caused so much excitement overseas in the 1980s – has never really gone out of...
Autumn Photo Contest
It’s a beautiful time of the year in France, which inspires many budding photographers! If you have a photo that you’re particularly proud of, wouldn’t it be nice to show it off on Renestance’s website and newsletter?In November 2016,...
Expat lives: Meeting artist Libby Page
English artist Libby Page gives us some insights into her paintings and her life in southern France.
Taken the plunge… what happens then? Finding work in France
After visiting the Languedoc region, many people are tempted to take the plunge and move to France, and many of those will need to get a job. So how do people find work here? What kind of work is available and how easy is it to make a living?
Foraging, Fungi and Pharmacies
Autumn has arrived and it’s time to switch from summer salads to warming stews. The grape harvest is complete and the French countryside is turning to stunning shades of gold and brown. For many, the colours alone make this the most beautiful time of year, and it’s also a season when when people in rural France get very excited about ‘mushroom picking’ – it’s practically a national pastime and can be a serious (and occasionally competitive) business.
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