Category: Travel
Create a Signature Perfume – A Perfume Making Experience
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Having settled into cozy Airbnb, the clothes are unpacked, and le frigo (the fridge) is stocked with some of the essentials. My daughter and I set out to explore this charming coastal town, Menton, soaking up its beauty and character. Wandering through the streets we discovered adorable specialty shops, inviting…
Adjusting To French Culture – Local Culture
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I have been very excited to write about this topic, adjusting to French culture – local culture ! It’s such a rich and vibrant life. After having spent some time here, I will share my perspective. Also, I will touch upon what it’s like to navigate here with a dog(s),…
Adapting To French Culture – Exploring Transportation
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The French way of life and philosophy about transportation reflect a blend of practicality, cultural appreciation for leisure and a respect for the environment. The idea of a shared urban transport system in France first emerged in 1662. Blaise Pascal obtained permission from King Louis XIV to establish a public carriage…
My First Week Living in France
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Hello, again! So, we landed in Paris a day later than anticipated due to our flight having to be rescheduled for the following day because of maintenance issues. I coordinated my travel with my daughter so she could help me my first week living in France. My daughter, Gillian, had…
Packing, Passports, and Paws
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Traveling with 2 dogs required another checklist of items. We are getting to the final steps and have to consider the packing, passports, and paws of the journey. The airport I was leaving from Teterboro, NJ was 6 hours by car. The flying regulations for the dogs were that they…
France here we come!
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Well we have arrived in France!! It’s been a little over a week since we’ve been here. The dogs, Lily and Lucy and I have started to settle in our new “home” for the next seven weeks on the French Riviera. The trip was filled with unexpected turns of events. The…
Packing to Move to Europe
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The trip is finally starting to take shape day by day and becoming more of a reality than a fantasy. It’s officially on the calendar now, a big bright bold reminder that this adventure is happening. I’m talking about it with family and friends more casually now, almost like it’s…
The Time Has Come To Move
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Today I am “moved” to write about organizing my move in 2 ½ months to France. I plan to be there for the period of 3 months with the plan to hopefully move there permanently. The time has come to move. It can be quite overwhelming at times encompassing all…
Moving To Europe With Dogs
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Today after yoga class one of my goals is to come to a decision on how I am going to get both dogs to France. It’s almost at the 3 month mark when I am anticipating leaving, October 18th. There are so many things to organize and figure out. One of…