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A place to share tips, knowledge and stories with you. The ultimate purpose is providing you with super relevant and helpful information about living and working on the French Riviera.
Often you will be asked to provide your Carte Vitale. Not only when seeing a doctor but also as proof of residency. This is how it works!
She moved to the French Riviera to change her life. And recently completed a 45 kg weight loss journey. Today we talk with Bea Bonner!
Today we are using the names of vegetables and fruits. And this is what people mean if you hear these French expressions!
You may have heard 'mademoiselle' and 'madame' to refer to a woman - however 'mademoiselle' is no longer acceptable. This is why!
In January we eat the Galette des Rois! And we have a common expression for these festive months - let me explain 'Manger comme quatre'
It's almost New Year's Eve and I chose an expression to explain that we use very often for this occasion ‘Se mettre sur son 31’!
Our favourite time of the year and a great moment to thank you for another amazing year and wishing you all the best for 2023!
As a family they decided to change their lives in 2015 and Nick started working full-time on his passion, DJing! Today we talk with Nick Boot
She came to Paris in 2015 inspired by the architecture and is now a successful interior designer. Today we talk with Vladislava Kolosova!
In your everyday life in France you will be asked regularly to provide your RIB. What is a RIB document in France and how do you get yours?!
She has now helped more than 7,000 french children on their bilingual adventures and has plans to expand - today we talk with Antonia!
Originally from Quebec and a former professional ice hockey player in the USA, now living on the French Riviera - today we talk with Cedric!
She travelled the world, is fluent in five languages and is now back in her home town, Nice - today we talk with Veronica about her life!
After quitting his sales career at Amazon, he found his purpose after three months in Bali - today we talk with Antoine about his life & work
After 9 years working as a private banker she is now a consultant to help people with their french affairs. Today we talk with Hélène!
He has lived in eight countries and worked in London, Hong Kong and New York - today we talk with Daraius about his life on the Riviera!
The love for wine was born at a young age and it only made sense to start a business in this industry - today we talk with Gilbert Wichman!
Love does not always last forever but the particular beautiful French Riviera life does - today we talk with Esmeralda about her life here!
When the economy crashed in 2009 he decided to start working online and choose a better quality of life - today we talk with Arvis Liepa!
She has helped many of her former colleagues learn french on the side before realising this is her purpose - today we talk with Céline!
After a long career in the hospitality industry she changed career and is now working as a property manager. Today we talk with Ann-Chaa!
In this article we will explain the basics of investing in France as an expat and some of the rules you have to follow while investing!
The mortgage loan sector is extremely regulated in France - In this article we will help you understand the process and how to successfully apply for a mortgage loan!
Wow, already three years since we registered the domain name and organised the first event in Cap d'Ail. What an amazing journey so far!
During my pregnancy, Alexandra gave me a pregnancy massage and it was amazing. She came to our house and was able to help me relax!
Moving to a different country or region, especially the South of France can be difficult. Here are some tips to help you move with ease!
We love food and luckily France is the place to be when it comes to incredible food and wine. These are some of our favourite places to eat!
We created a stories section to provide you with relevant information about living on the French Riviera and introduce you to our members!
Nigel is a trained bodyguard and has been living in the region for over twenty years. Read about his life and work on the French Riviera!
He has a passion for yachts and has been maintaining engines to completely refitting luxury boats since he was young. Read Kees his story!
Originally french and living in the region since two years - Nicolas is helping you navigate through the French administration system!
Together with her husband, they are looking after properties of home owners on the French Riviera. A full service property management!
Personally schooled by famous Dutch designer Jan des Bouvrie, Ernst Jan has been renovating, designing and decorating houses for a long time!
She creates amazing unforgettable experiences in Europe for clients all over the world - Read about Karen her life and work on the Riviera!
She has been studying over 740 hours of different Yoga styles in India and London and now teaches people to find their inner selves!
Robin Simons is not only the co-founder of this club but also a real marketing expert. She loves helping you become better visible online!
Nick is the founder of Wildfire DJs and delivers the best DJs for weddings and events on the French Riviera and in the UK!
She is an artist and loves painting abstract works - Watch the Riviera Talks episode with Hilde Papillon Dieleman!
Together they created a beautiful getaway spot in Aups - Read about Cindy & Dieter their life and work on the French Riviera!
Together with his team, they look after properties in the South of France - Read about Eric van Rooij his life and work on the French Riviera
She created a supportive community, Club MojoCircle, for expat women in France - Read about Janeen her life and work on the French Riviera!