Category Archives: Brittany
Le Retour en Bretagne
Ah, here we are again, nestled into the lushly green landscape and utter calm of rural Brittany. No big hotels, no tourist buses, no high rises. This summer we are exploring the west, in Finistère Sud, of rugged coastline and … Continue reading
Posted in Bretagne, Brittany, Crozon, expat life, Finistère, France
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L’été
It’s that time of year most Niçois long for, when the beach beckons at all times of day, beachwear becomes common on the Promenade and masses of tourists infuse the local economy. Art exhibitions and jazz festivals incite locals and … Continue reading
Posted in Brittany, expat, expat life, France, Nice, France
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Leaving Rennes
It’s hard to believe we’ve only been in Rennes for two months. Hasn’t it been much longer? We’ve been very active, and we’ve paid the price. We got worn down, and feel a bit tired, but overall we are happy … Continue reading
Posted in Brittany, expat, expat life, France, Rennes
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Random notes
We’ve been here long enough that we are going past first impressions to notice patterns of French-isms. Or maybe they are Brittany-isms. Time will tell. Some you’ll recognize, as they are Gallic classics. Others are not. Unlike the experiences we’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Brittany, expat, France
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Rennes 2030
You can’t be in Rennes long before you notice all the construction. Whether you enter by the train station, which is undergoing a major expansion and renovation, complete with green space for passengers awaiting departure, or by the airport, where … Continue reading
Posted in Brittany, expat, France, Rennes, urban planning
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