Did you know that the croissant, firmly associated with France, actually originated in Austria?
A whole host of interesting facts about the region and further afield for your reading pleasure. So, did you know…?
Edith Piaf, national treasure, in a different light.
If you’re planning a holiday in the Pyrénées-Orientales in 2023, (or long term planning for the future), do bear in mind the dates of the numerous ‘jours fériés’ (bank holidays) during which some or all shops and businesses may be closed.
You may already know that the donkey is the symbol of Catalonia, French and Spanish, whilst the bull is the unofficial national symbol of Spain, but do you know how it all started?
You can now send first class mail via a red ‘e-letter scheme’ (1€49).
Ironically, despite its French origins, Britain is also the only European country to measure distance in miles instead of kilometres.
Did you know that, according to a recent fare comparison site study, air fare prices from France are cheaper if you book online on Mondays or Tuesdays?
The word ‘poilu’ was coined from the caricature image of the bear-like, bearded and moustached French soldier, much used in propaganda at the time.
Check out the state of the pound/euro this week.