Category Archives: Travel

Back in France

It feels wonderful to  be back in France.  It was a sudden decision – an opportunity I couldn’t  resist. I arrived on Tuesday and my luggage arrived on Wednesday after spending some extra time in Munich. I’m staying in Olonzac … Continue reading

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Mayronnes Sculpture Trail (Sentier Sculpturel)

From The Guardian Best of France Mayronne(s) is a hamlet in the Corbieres hills, near Lagrasse. It hosts a stunning free sculpture trail 5km (two hours 30 minutes) long. There are permanent sculptures and an annual exhibition April – September. … Continue reading

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What time is it in France?

I’m used to quickly converting time between Carcassonne and Toronto but around the beginning of daylight savings time I always get messed up.  In Ontario we start DST earlier than France and that one hour always manages to confuse me. … Continue reading

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Vinocamp Languedoc Saturday, March 19, 2011 · 9:00am – 8:00pm

photo © 2009 Ryan O’Connell | more info (via: Wylio) If you’re near Carcassonne this weekend you might want to check out Vinocamp Languedoc. It’s an opportunity to learn more about Languedoc AOC wines and the people who make them.  … Continue reading

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Cell Phone Service in France

I wrote about LeFrench Mobile a few days ago, they provide mobile phone service in English.  You’re going to want a cell phone if you’re looking for a house – in the Aude or anywhere in France. Mobiho also offers … Continue reading

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