Sunday 3rd May 2015 Saint-Cyprien Carnaval The highlight of Les Cypriales, the carnival of Saint-Cyprien will take place Sunday, May 3 in Saint-Cyprien beach. More than just a carnival, from 10am a…
From the centre of Collioure you can make the traditional pilgrimage along the Chemin de Consolation.
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…