Author Archives: Sam

Bank Holidays – France – Public Holidays 2012

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Sam

2012 Jours fériés – French Bank or Public holidays* I’m late getting this posted this year. Where does the time go!? Still, it’s posted before Easter weekend. New Year’s Day 1 January Easter Sunday 8 April Easter Monday 9 April … Continue reading →

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Writers Wanted – unpaid unfortunately

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Sam

Do you live in the Aude – or the Herault? Are you a writer? Would you like to write occasional blog posts for Aude France? I’m looking for some help. You probably know that I’m living in Toronto. I miss … Continue reading →

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Plane trees near Camplong in the Aude

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Sam

You’ve probably read about the fungus that is killing the plane trees on the banks of the Canal du Midi. Trees within 50 metres of diseased trees are being destroyed in order to stop the progression of the disease. In … Continue reading →

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Chez Loulou – 5 reasons to visit Languecoc in December

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Sam

Gorgeous images on Chez Loulou’s post about visiting Languedoc in December.

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Bank Holidays – France – Public Holidays 2011

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Sam

Bank holidays in France. French public holidays for 2011 Continue reading →

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