I'm spending a week in Toulouse, France next month. I'll be on business, so busy during the day, but I expect my evenings will be free. Anything I should be sure to do/see/eat? In addition to Toulouse, are there any nearby places within a few hours drive that I should visit?
posted by jpdoane
on Apr 17, 2008 -
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I'm staying with friends on the border between Switzerland and France for about six weeks this summer and would like to find a school that offers intensive French lessons. Ideally I would leave for France sometime in the beginning of June and stay until mid-July, though my dates are flexible. I speak intermediate level French now and would be willing to come into a course a little late, if necessary. Thanks!
posted by pkuras
on Mar 21, 2008 -
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I am Canadian. My dad was born in France, but is a naturalized Canadian - i'm pretty sure he's given up his French citizenship. Both my paternal grandparents were French, and moved to Canada in the early 1950s (when my dad was 4). What (if anything) am I eligible for in terms of French (or EU) citizenship?
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posted by cgg
on Mar 14, 2008 -
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I'm probably going to spend a year living in Lyon. Two concerns: I'm a musician and would like to keep in practice while I'm there; and I need to work to survive. What is there that I'm qualified for?
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posted by Evstar
on Mar 8, 2008 -
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I am looking for an old, black and white photo (circa early 1900s?) of some French bicycle racers, some with cigarettes dangling from their mouths.
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posted by everichon
on Feb 14, 2008 -
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What are some good job search websites/engines for Europe? I'm interested in jobs in international affairs, public relations, business and finance, advertising and marketing. I'm mostly looking for resources for Germany, Belgium, France and the UK, but pan-European websites are good too.
posted by barrakuda
on Jan 31, 2008 -
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I am looking for some information on average salaries for french cities. I read an article in a french magazine about a year ago but I can't find any reference to it online. Anyone know of a resource in French or English that will give me average salaries for French cities.
posted by tirebouchon
on Jan 18, 2008 -
2 answers
Awesome, supermarket-available, vanilla-scented shower gel from France - bought online and shipped to Latvia?
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posted by mdonley
on Jan 6, 2008 -
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We called the USA from a France Télécom phonebooth. Following the instructions on the poster, we dialled *808 and gave our Visa card number. Turns out they charged more than $100 for a call lasting about 10 minutes. Is there anything we can do to contest this?
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94
on Jan 5, 2008 -
23 answers
Where is a good place in a European city for a non-European to buy a small but nice two bedroom apartment for holidays? Looking for a city environment. How much would I need to spend? Are there any regulatory hurdles? Where do I find them?
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posted by DirtyCreature
on Jan 3, 2008 -
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Last year I was in Strasbourg and was lucky enough to visit the Christmas Markets. I was amazed by the variety of Christmas ornaments, I've never seen anything like this in the US. That's the problem. I bought a few small ornaments, but would like to buy more. Does anyone know where online I can find these?
posted by revan
on Dec 13, 2007 -
12 answers
I'm looking for comics, cartoons, and jokes that focus on Quebec-French vs France-French. Could you help me find some?
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel
on Nov 20, 2007 -
6 answers
I am thinking of moving to France for a few months (less than 3 months). I want to continue to do remote freelance work for my for American clients. Will I get in trouble with France for doing this? Who should I talk to about this?
posted by hooray
on Nov 4, 2007 -
33 answers
can anyone recommend a legitimate agency in France that places people into au pair or similar jobs? 23 year old Canadian female with extensive experience working with children and currently teaching in Korea would like to spend a year in France, probably working as an au pair or similar child care position. Any ideas about how to go about finding a decent position? There are tons of places mentioned on the net--but how does one know which are legit?
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posted by Dcotton
on Nov 1, 2007 -
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How do I found out about books, museums, exhibitions, and artifacts relating to Buddhism in Paris in the 1920s?
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posted by arcadia
on Oct 19, 2007 -
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Paris stopover question(s): I have most of a day in Paris on the way back from my vacation. How much time should I allow to get through CDG?
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posted by Vidiot
on Oct 2, 2007 -
7 answers
Where can I find a copy of the play by René Fauchois that Jean Renoir's film
Boudou Saved From Drowning (
Boudu sauvé des eaux) is based on? Does an English translation exist?
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posted by StopMakingSense
on Sep 22, 2007 -
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I applied for a year long university research position in France (Marseille, Aix-en-Provence area) and was chosen! Now I have 3 weeks to get ready and move. What should I do to get ready to leave the US of A?
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posted by tip120
on Sep 7, 2007 -
12 answers
Why is Jerry Lewis so popular with the French?
posted by Pecinpah
on Aug 28, 2007 -
19 answers
I'm moving to Grenoble, France next week to begin a Masters in International Business.
Normally, I have a tendency to arrive in new places blind, not knowing what to do but extremely excited by the mystery of the unknown.
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posted by Zé Pequeno
on Aug 28, 2007 -
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Am I insane? I remember seeing a funny sketch comedy clip and the subject was a dad at the breakfast table verbally wailing on his family members using swear words that were all The-King-of-France related -- but I can't find any reference to it. I distinctly remember
Kids in the Hall members, too.
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posted by vanoakenfold
on Aug 24, 2007 -
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Young couple visited France last year for about two weeks with few plans other than a couple of booked hotel rooms and a TGV pass. They fell in love with the country and would love to move there about 5 years out...
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posted by finitejest
on Aug 21, 2007 -
12 answers
Planning a trip to these locations ; Caen , Rouen , Amiens, Reims , Metz and Troyes (long trip to relatives) . What to do, what to see ?
posted by elpapacito
on Jul 24, 2007 -
14 answers
Duel US and UK citizen studying in Paris... should I be getting a student visa or a residence permit?
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posted by Muffpub
on Jul 17, 2007 -
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A friend of mine has searched for years for a song he heard on vacation in France as a child. He can only remember a part of the chorus, which was "which side of the line are you".
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posted by magnusbe
on Jun 22, 2007 -
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Which performers are you going to see at this year's Fete de la Musique in Paris on June 21st?
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posted by josh
on Jun 19, 2007 -
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We land at CDG Paris at 8:15AM, and need to be back at CDG before 9PM for the next flight. What practical information do you have to help us make the most of the time?
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posted by yetanother
on Jun 12, 2007 -
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A friend of mine from France and I both noticed that, in France, the clouds in the sky seem to be closer to the ground than they are in the US. I have searched all over and can't figure out why this is the case, but we both observed it independently of one another so I assume something real must be going on - I just don't know what it is!
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posted by inatizzy
on Jun 10, 2007 -
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I'm looking for some good resources - be they blogs or just websites about French politics. I'm lost!
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posted by tozturk
on Jun 10, 2007 -
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My wife and I want to spend about 6 months in France learning French intensively. Where should we go to study?
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posted by rongorongo
on May 24, 2007 -
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For a visit to Geneva, would it be advisable and convenient to stay in a nearby town in France? Which town? Which hotel? Convenience is key!
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posted by thatgirl
on May 3, 2007 -
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TravelinginFranceFilter: I know there have been loads of questions about France. We're looking for beautiful places in the countryside, great cheap food and reasonable accommodations. I'd love to have the perfect trip that matches my favorite things:
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posted by Deathalicious
on May 2, 2007 -
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