The picturesque Loire Valley has always been a place where dreams have been made. Kings of France planned their nation’s cultural renaissance from this beautiful valley region and they have left behind many magical…
- 23rd Jun 2012
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Normandy has always enjoyed a special place in the hearts of British holidaymakers and ex pats and the reasons for its popularity go far beyond its accessibility. For many ferry cross-Channel travellers this is their first…
- 12th Jun 2012
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The Cote d’Azur resort of Cannes has been synonymous with glamour since the 1950s when Hollywood celebrities such as Cary Grant, Brigitte Bardot, Kirk Douglas and Sophia Loren began to make regular appearances at its…
- 10th May 2012
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The Tarn is considered by many as the prettiest department in the Occitanie region and the area connected by the UNESCO world heritage city of Albi, the market town of Gaillac and the medieval village of Cordes-sur-Ciel…
- 1st May 2012
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Pau can be found 50km from the Pyrénées and 100km from the Atlantic Ocean and it is the capital of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of the Nouvelle Aquitaine region in south-west France. Set…
- 12th Apr 2012
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The Tarn-et-Garonne department is part of the Midi-Pyrénées region and is home to some of the most beautiful villages in south-west France. It borders the departments of the Lot, Aveyron, Tarn, Haute-Garonne,…
- 18th Mar 2012
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The Tarn is a department in Occitanie and, with its 381km-long river and wild black mountains (known as the Montagne Noir), is one of the most beautiful areas in south-west France. Life in the Tarn has so much to give in…
- 29th Feb 2012
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The French Riviera is an attractive holiday destination that offers year-round appeal. There is a growing demand for luxury properties along its 115-kilometre coastline. With over 300 days of sunshine every year and 12 hours…
- 22nd Feb 2012
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When the mercury dips our thoughts invariably turn to the slopes and the opportunity to indulge our cravings for some French Alps-based winter skiing. As usual, the first choice destination for ski mad Brits will be Chamonix…
- 23rd Dec 2011
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HOUSE-HUNTING in France just became a whole lot easier thanks to the decision of Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary to begin operating a number of new routes to the country direct from Manchester. The first flight from…
- 28th Oct 2011
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Mention France and people automatically think of wine. This is a country with the highest per capita wine consumption rates of any other and landscapes characterised by vineyards producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay,…
- 23rd Oct 2011
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France is officially one of the best places to live in Europe according to new research. The country topped the table in a recent study by uSwitch which put the UK in bottom place. Factors including working hours, VAT, holidays,…
- 28th Sep 2011
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IF you’re looking to make the most of your hard earned money, whatever you do when shopping for the best rates of exchange for your property purchase please don't deal with your bank. Instead follow our advice in order…
- 19th Sep 2011
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Dreaming of swapping the rat race to live in your own castle like French nobility but concerned about the financial implications? Well don’t be, because for little more than the price of an upmarket semi-detached property,…
- 26th Aug 2011
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The claustrophobic crowds have long departed, the air is lighter, the colours yet more vibrant than the height of summer – clever travellers have always acknowledged September as perfect time of year to undertake a…
- 24th Aug 2011
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WHEN Rafael Nadal sank to his knees on the Philippe Chatrier court in celebration of his epic and record equalling sixth Roland Garros title recently, all thoughts quickly turned to this year’s Wimbledon Grand Slam…
- 16th Jun 2011
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WHILST no longer the guaranteed return on investment of previous years, the idea of purchasing a French holiday home should not be dismissed right now, but viewed as a long-term investment as opposed to a get rich quick…
- 4th May 2011
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From the revered Arnaud Massy, the hapless Jean Van de Velde to the Ladies European Player and Olympian, Céline Boutier, France has, despite the bemusement of many, contributed much to the history of golf, yet surprisingly…
- 2nd May 2011
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With record numbers of UK pupils passing their ‘A’ levels with increasing ease each year, has the time come to adopt the French baccalaureate system? The majority of British students study the three subjects…
- 29th Mar 2011
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What is it about the Tarn et Garonne that draws people back again and again? Could it be the diversity of the scenery, the long hot summers, the medieval villages that look like film sets or the friendly hospitable locals?…
- 19th Mar 2011
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More CHIC than Paris, cheaper than Milan and with over 3,000 hours of coastal sunshine every year – what’s not to like about the Côte d’Azur? In the fact the entire South East of France, taking…
- 19th Feb 2011
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A PLEASANT distance from the claustrophobic tourist trail, the Béziers area of the Herault offers visitors and buyers very good value for money along with an opportunity to immerse themselves in an upwardly mobile…
- 18th Feb 2011
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December 26th and the few days that follow are some of the biggest days for travel planning. With the panics about last minute present buying and Christmas dinner out of the way, people have a chance to relax and start thinking…
- 24th Dec 2010
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Before you book your visit to France, why not learn about what the weather conditions are likely to be. Some areas of France benefit from excellent weather conditions in summer, but its winters can be cold, especially in…
- 16th Dec 2010
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The Dordogne, also well-known under the former name Périgord can be found in the south West region of France and forms part of the Aquitaine region. Its name originates from the river Dordogne which runs through the…
- 19th Nov 2010
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Every year, people all over the world look forward to the experience and wait impatiently for the new cuvée to land on the shelves as soon as possible after the third Thursday of November. Beaujolais Nouveau wine…
- 18th Nov 2010
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The Pyrénées-Orientales is a famous wine-growing area and a still a relatively unknown tourist spot so it still has plenty of untouched natural French charm. Located in Southern France, the Pyrénées-Orientales…
- 29th Sep 2010
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With over 40,000 castles to be found all over France, it’s no surprise that wherever you go, you are sure to see or visit a chateau. But have you ever considered staying in one? These amazing buildings are literally…
- 2nd Sep 2010
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This September is shaping up to be one of the busiest months in years for the French property market, especially for British buyers eager to take advantage of favourable conditions. With reduced house prices, appealing mortgage…
- 30th Aug 2010
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People travel from all over the world to marvel at the intrinsic beauty of The Loire Valley. The area is home to an amazing natural landscape of rolling hills and as well as many handmade creations such as the many chateaux,…
- 30th Aug 2010
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My-French-House.com has been recognised and acknowledged as one of the top ten French property and real estate portals in a survey carried out by Global Edge. Our redesigned dedicated property website for France uses…
- 9th Aug 2010
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The Tour De France is a one of France's biggest sporting events and it attracts millions of people from around the world. The first annual Tour De France race took place over a century ago on the 1st July, 1903. A local…
- 24th Jul 2010
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Top ten property website My-French-House.com has developed a step by step guide for anyone wanting to purchase a house or invest in real estate in France. According to Patrick Joseph, owner of My-French-House, the buying…
- 17th Jul 2010
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When transferring money to buy a property in France or abroad, many people find foreign currency exchange to be costly, confusing and tiresome. Using your own bank may seem like a good idea, but it is rarely the best option.…
- 13th Jul 2010
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Carcassonne is home to an amazing fortified medieval hilltop city dating back to the first century. Known to many as the Walled City, La Cité , the area's main attraction, is a city built within a castle . Without…
- 7th Jul 2010
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The Limestone peaks of the Alpilles mountains are a must see for any tourist visiting the Provence area. The famous landscape of olive trees, oak forests and deep valleys have been an inspiration for writers, musicians and…
- 27th Jun 2010
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