Taxis in France – things you might need to know Taking a taxi in France is rarely just a matter of stepping out into the road and putting your hand out! In the provinces, taxis…
Friday 11th February I know February is nearly past its half way mark, but the weather has been so beautiful that sitting crouched over my computer has just not been a priority for once. I…
[(I met Jenny Rhodes for the first time in 2008, in their deliciously cosy cottage in the heart of Les Angles, just a five minute walk from the ski slopes. Rosy, fun and delightfully chatty,…
Consultation with your doctor via Internet might soon be possible! Despite concerns expressed by many of the medical profession, it might nevertheless soon be possible to consult your GP via Internet with webcam –…
Who says that living the good life here in the Pyrénées-Orientales is stress free? Whether it’s paying your tax bill, moving house or worrying about the kids, stress is a constant presence in all our…
Etienne Conte: Eye Witness By Ellen Turner Hall For someone who describes himself as shy, Etienne Conte overcomes his natural reticence when talking about photography. A native of Roussillon, he describes himself as a “flaneur”,…
Take a drive……PUIG NEULOS At 1256 metres , the highest point of the Alberes, Puig Neulos is noticeable. The mast that tops it can be seen for miles and kms away. It’s an easy…
Comparing French bank rates online From 1 January 2011, French banks have committed to showing a list of rates for 10 standard services on their websites, to allow consumers to compare like with like…
Warning: Beware of the ‘Loi Nome’ Beware of a new law that threatens to cause your electric bill to sky-rocket: the Loi Nome (Nome Law). It will pass in January 1st 2011 and applies to…
Tuesday 4th January Happy New Year! And dare I add that I’m so glad it’s all over? At the risk of sounding like Madame Bahumbug, I have to admit that it hasn’t been the most…