Author Archives: Sam

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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Flour in France – which for what?

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Sam

If, like me, you’ve gazed glassy-eyed and confused at the array of flours on the shelf in a French supermarket and wondered what on earth those numbers mean… The Evening Herault knows – Flour Power – what those different farines … Continue reading →

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Free Internet Access in the Aude

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Sam

You can find a list of free public Internet access points in the Aude at NetPublic. They have lists for all of France and you can pick your location on a map. It might be a good idea to phone … Continue reading →

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