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Navigating a transportation strike when in Paris
Navigating a transportation strike when in Paris isn't meant to damper your plans. Just plan accordingly, check the latest info and figure out alternative ways. Here's some ways around that.
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Taking the TCF for my carte de résidence application
My experience taking the TCF for my carte de résident application at the préfecture. Taking about where I went for the test, how much it cost, how the test went and my results.
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Applying for the French 10-year residency permit
It's time for the renewal of my residency permit and I'll be asking for the 10-year residency card. Here's what that process looks like, through the Hauts-de-Seine préfecture.
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What is a Contrat d’Intégration Républicaine?
Now that you've validated your visa, what's next? You'll receive a convocation to an appointment to sign a CIR, contrat d'intégration républicaine. What's this? Read on to find out more!
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Dining out: Round-up of My Favorite Restaurants in Paris
A round-up of my favorite restaurants in Paris. A brief focus on my top faves, but there's also a map of over 50 different restaurants you'll not want to miss out on in Paris.
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RATP ticket price update for 2023
RATP ticket price update for 2023 for Paris, Île-de-France region. Be familiar with the new price increases for public transportation and the different options available.
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Christmas Traditions in France
Some Christmas traditions in France that I've come to love over the years. I always look forward to this time of the year, especially all the markets and decorations that go up around town.
