Where a Bank holiday falls on a Tuesday or a Thursday, many small businesses will ‘faire le pont’ (make a bridge) and take Friday or Monday off too to ;make a long weekend. This rarely applies to large shops, supermarkets etc, many of whom no longer close for most of the public holidays.
Trade in the pound was mixed in the latter half of last week as some upbeat domestic retail sales figures failed to spark broad demand in the UK currency.
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Each year, as springtime arrives, the associations of Saint Cyprien throw open their doors and invite you to join them for 4 weeks of free sporting, cultural and charity activities.
Tony Goodman continues his tour of regional wine producers, chatting to the vignerons and recommending wines that have inspired him.
Améliorez votre anglais avec des exercises pratiques et drôles (plus ou moins!)… vocabulaire utile, expressions courants, virelangues étc.
Test your French with a series of fun exercises including jokes, tongue twisters and vocab for an eclectic range of situations!
If you are interested in sculpture, really do not miss this superb exhibition of the works of Pat Rowland.
Ground staff at airports across Spain are walking out in a four day strike starting on the Saturday eve of Easter weekend