The mediaeval fortified citadel of Carcassonne – known as “La Cité” – is unique in the world. With its complex system of fortifications, it is the largest intact walled town in Europe.
MOUNTAIN MAMA IN LES ANGLES Happy Spring Guys. Well; it’s supposed to be Spring and warm and I have just been outside to do a bit of pottering in the garden and…
On the snail trail Do snails eat chocolate? At the height of the Roman Empire Romans found snails highly nutritious and farmed them extensively. The French are renowned worldwide for their snail eating.…
Jailhouse Rocks The ‘Castell de Sant Ferran’, built in Figueres, in the mid 18th century, is the largest castle in Europe. The walk around the perimeter of the castle is a flat 3km…
About diving in France Qualifications For deep wreck diving (40m and plus) you will have to have a qualification of at least CMAS 3 star equivalent. If you haven’t been diving recently to these sorts…
Do You Own UK Property? Changes To Capital Gains Tax For Non-Residents By Mary Taylor, Partner, Blevins Franks Do you own property in the UK? If you do, and are…
Applying for or renewing your British Passport There are several ways of applying for or renewing a British passport without actually visiting the passport office in person. If you are over 16 you…
Cultural season 2014 – 2015, Théâtre de Thuir The dyanamic little town of Thuir is not to be forgotten when it comes to entertainment. It has a fabulous 500-seat theatre located on the Boulevard…
Love ’em or hate ’em, everyone should know a little bit about scorpions shouldn’t they? And the news is better than you would expect. Apparently, the black ones which look quite mean are not actually…
A VERY GENERAL LOOK AT YOUR INCOME TAX OBLIGATIONS IN FRANCE REMINDER Online tax declarations are now open for 2014 income. Income tax forms will be sent out in April. Deadlines differ,…