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"Centres aérés" for your kids in Marseille
(30/06/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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Here are some adresses of activities club "centres aérés" in Marseille where you could keep your kids busy during holidays or on wednesday for example. 6th and 8th arrondissement : Tempo Vauban (3 ... -
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English bookstores
(23/06/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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You will find here a list of English bookstores in Aix or Marseille, where you can appreciate to read a book in your mother tongue. * Book in Bar : 1bis rue Joseph Cabassol - 13100 Aix en Provence ... -
Fête de la Musique ...
(16/06/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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The 29th edition of the "Fête de la Musique" is on the theme of " Music in the feminine ". On TV, France 2 : 4 hours of live with about 20 French and International stars of the moment. In ... -
A guide Cours Julien area in Marseille
(09/06/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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Here is a FREE downloable PDF guide about Cours Julien area in MArseille: Shopping, Events, Restaurants, Nightlife.... If you want to download it click here. Kim Sapriel is living and working in ... -
Bouillabaisse
(02/06/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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Originally it was a dish cooked by fisherman's families using the fish that could not be sold. This simple family dish has become more sophisticated over the years, and can now include noble fish ... -
Soupe au Pistou
(26/05/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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A soup composed of diced vegetables: haricot beans, kidney beans, courgettes, carrots, onions, potatoes, tomatoes,and pasta. the special feature of this soup is its accompanying sauce : a pesto ... -
museums near Aix en Provence, Marseille and Salon
(19/05/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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MARSEILLE Musée Cantini : Art Moderne 19 rue Grignan (6°) – 04 91 54 77 75 - Métro Estrangin Préfecture Vieille Charité : Musée d'archéologie méditerranéenne Musée d’Arts Africains, Océaniens et ... -
Parking in Aix en Provence
(12/05/2010
publié dans : Help!!!
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1 . Parking Pasteur Avenue Pasteur - 13100 Aix en Provence 2 . Parking Signoret Rue Rufinus - 13100 Aix en Provence 3 . Parking Bellegarde Place Bellegarde - 13100 Aix en Provence 4 . Parking des ... -
Glossary of Driving
(03/05/2010
publié dans : Help!!!
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To drive Conduire Let's hit the road! En route! All aboard! En voiture! To start Démarrer To accelerate Accélérer To brake Freiner To slow down Ralentir To stop S'arrêter To change gear Changer de ... -
Museum are free in Marseille on april, the 14th
(13/04/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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Worl Forum of Water in 2012 European Capital of the Culture in 2013 Candidate for Euro 2016 Marseille is waiting for millions of visitors next year! Marseille decided to open on Wednesday, April ... -
a red letter day (rallye)
(07/04/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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It's a combination of a car rally & a treasure hunt which kicks into action even before the adventure begins. A few days before, each participant will be designated a specific team and car to be ... -
Cinemas
(31/03/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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You will find here a list of Cinemas in Marseille, Aix en Provence, Aubagne, Salon de Provence, La Ciotat and aroud Berre... If you need more information about movies, programs, trailers, ... -
Library in Marseille
(24/03/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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There are 8 Public Library in Marseille: The biggest is Alcazar, then 2 libraries of sector (Bonneveine and Merlan) and 5 libraries of district You can consult on the spot all books and documents ... -
Open days of EPIM, International School
(17/03/2010
publié dans : Events
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The international school "EPIM" in Marseille and Aix en Provence (Luynes) organise open days : Luynes: 600 route de Marseille - Quartier Plein Soleil - 13080 Luynes contact : 04 42 600 300 ... -
The medical examination of OFII
(10/03/2010
publié dans : Red tape
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What does OFII mean? "Office Français de l'Immigration et de l'Intégration" The preventive medical examination is one of the OFII’s main missions. It is a compulsory requirement for all foreigners ... -
Four des Navettes in Marseille
(03/03/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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If you are geedy like me, you should visit the "Four des Navettes" in Marseille! A navette is a speciality of Provence and Marseille: The famous bakery is in rue sainte. Since its creation, in ... -
Variations U
(24/02/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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BUYING FURNITURE… You are going to move in France for several years because of a professional transfer or retirement and you wish to buy and have your own furniture… Variations U® adapts and ... -
Quartiers and arrondissements of Marseille
(10/02/2010
publié dans : Help!!!
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Historically, Marseille is a combination of 111 villages. Each village has its own special cham so take your time and visit them! Today there are 16 arrondissements in Marseille. You will find on ... -
Home Insurance Policy
(27/01/2010
publié dans : Red tape
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Why subscribe to a Home Insurance Policy? DIOT will answer you and help you understand your home insurance contract. DIOT is an insurance broker. They work only with quality, reputable companies ... -
Glossary of Banking
(20/01/2010
publié dans : Help!!!
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French into English Actions : Shares Assurance Décès Invalidité : Death and invalidity insurance Agios : Interest paid on loan or overdraft Annuité : Annually payment Apport : Deposit you bring on ... -
Ski Resort from Marseille
(16/01/2010
publié dans : Leisure
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The blog "Nouveaux arrivants" has a nice article this week about how long it will take by car from Marseille to the closer ski resort. Click here to see it source: ... -
French Lessons with Destination Français
(12/01/2010
publié dans : Help!!!
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Destination français offers French classes in context in Aix en Provence adapted to your levels and your needs: mini-groups of 3-6 people or one-to-one classes intensive courses French workshops ... -
Expat Women
(06/01/2010
publié dans : Get in touch!
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ExpatWomen.com is a comprehensive, global website helping women living overseas. The site displays 1,000+ quality content pages, over 1,000 expat women blogs, 200+ readers' stories, invaluable ... -
and a Happy New Year!!
(01/01/2010
publié dans : Events
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We wish you a merry christmas ...
(25/12/2009
publié dans : Events
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How to fill out a French cheque (Part II)
(23/12/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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Have your read our article about how to use a cheque ? Now, when you know how to fill in a french cheque, you probably ask yourself how to spell and translate numbers into french words, here is ... -
Transports in Provence
(16/12/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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RTM in Marseille www.rtm.fr 10 - 12 avenue Clot-Bey 13008 MARSEILLE Phone: 04.91.10.55.55Infos : 04.91.91.92.10 Timetable: The Bus network works every day: From 5:00am to 9:00pm for the day ... -
Christmas carols in Provence
(15/12/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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Organized by "Conseil Général 13" " Beyond the religious borders, Christmas remains peace, conviviality and share between people, cultures and generations. The CG13 offers during December a ... -
The French RIB
(14/12/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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What is a RIB? A RIB is a document stating your Bank details: a "Relevé d'Identité Bancaire", in english :"statement of banking identity". This is a slip of paper giving your home address and your ... -
Some chinese restaurants and shops in Marseille
(09/12/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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Our consultant Alix has tried out some chinese restaurants in Marseille and give you her good addresses to buy some chinese products in the city or on Internet. Let see it: Heng Heng Restaurant 65 ... -
A nice restaurant in Marseille
(07/12/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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"Le Patio du Prado" is a nice restaurant in Marseille where PWS's team has lunch sometime. Near Perrier (and our office) the Patio is located in 9 rue Borde, in the 8th arrondissement of ... -
Christmas Markets in Provence: Aix, Aubagne, Marseille...
(02/12/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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Marseille - Christmas Market "Trophées des Lumières": wooden cottages, street shows - November 22th to December 31st, 10am to 6pm - Place Gabriel Péri and allées de Meilhan - Foire aux santons - ... -
AXEO Services helps you (CESU)
(02/12/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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You are in France and you want a taste of all that makes its charm and its color... An excellent way to get to know a country and to make some happy memories. Among all these lovely things to ... -
Local town halls: "Mairies de secteur"
(25/11/2009
publié dans : Red tape
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In Marseille, there are 16 arrondissements. The number of the "arrondissement" corresponds to the last 2 figures in a postcode. You can tell from the postcode 13008 that it refers to the 8th ... -
Useful phone numbers
(18/11/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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IN EUROPE: 112 : Emergency calls in Europe (Note that you can call this number even on a mobile phone without the PIN number or a SIM card) 116000 : Help Line in Europe to indicate the ... -
Cooking Classes in Gréoux les bains!
(16/11/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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Open a Window on Provence Life: Live Creatively as an Expat At the Provence Expat Club in Greoux les bains, meet newcomers to this glorious region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and pursue your ... -
ID's Photos norm
(11/11/2009
publié dans : Red tape
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Identity Photos NORM All the French identity documents (French Visa, passport, residency permit, driving licence…) must include identity photographs of the applicant. Since 2005, these photographs ... -
How to leave a comment on this blog?
(05/11/2009
publié dans : Help!!!
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You would like to write something on what you've read in this blog? Or to ask me something about the article? Or to give me some ideas for new articles? Follow the guide! Example on this article -
Swine Flu/H1N1 in France
(04/11/2009
publié dans : what's new?!
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The influenza A (H1N1) virus is a new virus subtype of influenza affecting humans, which contains segments of genes from pig, bird and human influenza viruses in a combination that has never been ... -
Haribo c'est bon la vie! museum and workshop
(28/10/2009
publié dans : Leisure
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What a lot of stories for a sweet! Would you have guessed that it was only at the beginning of the 17th century that the first sweets were made: barley sugar, fruit or liquorice pastels…? As for ...
Welcome to all of you
Here is the new blog written by PWS team for newcomers to Provence: a blog in english about Provence, Expat experiences ...
The object of this blog is to keep informed about life in Provence, an original source for news and information. We will also give you details of some
websites and blogs which could be of interest to you and your family.
Hopefully our blog will help you as you settle in to life in Provence.
Don't hesitate to give us your comments as well as any ideas or questions you may have.
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