Living in Paris (Your keys for Paris) Expatriation in France

13/08/2012

Hello All,

As you may not be aware but next wednesday (wednesday, august 15th) is a bank holiday in France. As a catholic country , this celebration is very important for christians in France. Here are some information about this celebration.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_of_Mary

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven, informally known as The Assumption, according to the Christian beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodoxy, Oriental Orthodoxy, and parts of Anglicanism, was the bodily taking up of the Virgin Mary into Heaven at the end of her earth...

23/07/2012

Hello All,

The sun is back and you probably wish to be laid down on a beach right now. No worries. Even in Paris you can find one. Hev you heard of Paris plage? Here are some informatiion about this event and its programme:http://www.paris.fr/english/english/paris-plages-2012-the-beach-in-paris/rub_8118_actu_117321_port_19237

City, Paris

09/07/2012

Hello All,

On Saturday, july 14th , France is celebrating its national day commonly known as Bastille Day.It commemorates the 1790 Fête de la Fédération, held on the first anniversary of the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789; the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille fortress-prison was seen as a symbol of the uprising of the modern nation, and of the reconciliation of all the French inside the constitutional monarchy which preceded the First Republic, during the French Revolution. Festivities and official ceremonies are held all over France. The oldest and largest regular military parade in Europe is held on the morning of 14 July, on the Champs-Élysées avenue in Paris in front of the President of the Republic, French officials and foreign guests.
During the whole day, many event will take place such. Below a couple of festivities you can take part. Come and celebrate with us!
http://en.parisinfo.com/shows-exhibitions-paris/bastille-day-in-paris/

Bastille day in Paris - Paris attractions - Whats on paris : concerts, shows, theater, exhibition paris in Paris. All informations to organise your stay in paris.

04/07/2012

Hello All,

As summer is here, you probably wonder where you should spend some quality time with your children.Note that "le Puy du Fou" which is a theme parc has received the Thea Classic Award in Los Angeles.This is an award for the best theme parc of the world and for the first time it is a french theme parc which receives it. Do not hesitate to go and have a good time in family.Here is an article about them.
http://www.voyagemag.fr/actualite/reportage-79-le-puy-du-fou-recompense-par-le-prestigieux-thea-classic-awards.php

Parmi les lauréats des Thea Awards 2012 (Themed Entertainment Association), le parc vendéen du Puy du Fou a reçu le prix le plus prestigieux : le Thea Classic Award.

29/06/2012

Hello All,

If you have been living here for a while you might have stumbled upon the vous/tu controversy.
The French language has two ways of saying you: “tu” (known as “tutoiement” for people you know very well in the singular, children and animals) and “vous” (“vouvoiement”, the formal and plural form), which can be quite tricky to handle. A good rule is always to start with “vous”. When the other person uses the “tu” form, you can do the same.
Many people still use ‘vous’ at the office, although saying ‘tu’ has begun, but you always say ‘vous’ to people outside the company, as ‘tu’ would be too familiar for a customer or supplier. In families, some parents still expect to use ‘vous’ between children/parents …You say ‘vous’ to elderly people out of respect.

On the other hand, if you stick to "vous", people might thing you are too formal. Even the French don’t always know which line to follow! Saying ‘vous’ is a matter of courtesy, but also a means of acquiring some distance: we often say "vous" to household staff.
Now that you have all the tools at hand we wish you good Luck!

19/06/2012

Dear All,
Summer days are not far away… You are looking for a quiet and sunny area to spend your free time alone or with friends/ family.
Indeed when you spend your week at work it might be difficult to know all the good addresses to have quality time sipping a cool drink. In’pat has the solution for you, always glad to help we have the pleasure of leading t=you to the following article. It will give you keys to all the best terraces according to the area.





http://www.metrofrance.com/paris/le-top-60-des-terrasses-ensoleillees-a-paris/mkfD!Latab83VOzMik/

Pour trouver la terrasse au soleil la plus proche de chez vous et consulter les informations liées, cliquez sur les repères sur la carte.

19/06/2012

Dear All,

You have experiencing life in Paris for a while or you have just gotten here. In any case you have already formed your opinion about the cost of living in Paris. It would appear that because of the euro crisis life in Paris is not as expensive as in a lot of other cities of the world. For more information on your new town and others, check out this link, this study takes New York as a reference.

http://www.metrofrance.com/paris/paris-bon-marche-pour-les-expatries/mlfl!93HWR66LGzU/

Contrairement aux idées reçues, la capitale française n'est pas si chère que cela. En tout cas, à en croire le classement établi par le cabinet britannique Mercer. La Ville lumière n'arrive qu'en 37e position de cette hiérarchie et, à l'instar des autres cités européennes, perd des places à cause de...

19/06/2012

Dear All,

As la fete de la Musique is approaching fast, you might have already started to make plans for that festive night.
You can rest on the fact that the Parisian transport has put together a special service for that occasion. Indeed lines 1.2.4.6.9.14 of the subway are running nonstop on that night. This is quite convenient and will enable you to fully enjoy your evening without worrying about how to get home.
For more information, feel free to click the link below.

http://www.tout-paris.org/transports-paris-fete-musique-1682

11/06/2012

La France: une destination de choix pour élever vos enfants
http://www.expatexplorer.hsbc.com/finding/36/france-tops-the-2011-raising-children-abroad-league-table

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06/06/2012

Summer is approaching but you already have to prepare for the coming school year. As expert of schoolig assistance, Inpat suggest you gather the following documents:

-children's birth certificates
- parents'IDs
-EDF bill
- vaccination certificate

Do not hesitate to go to the schooling department of your city hall to register.

The Inpat Team

06/06/2012

15 days left until "la fête de la musique".
Completely different from a music festival, the Fête de la Musique is above all a free popular fête, open to any participant (amateur or professional musicians) who wants to perform in it. This Music day allows the expression of all styles of music in a cheerful atmosphere. It aims at a large audience, working to popularise musical practice for young and not so young people from all social backgrounds. It gives an opportunity to communicate and share a very special moment through music.

For more information Inpat advise you to check this link:
http://www.fetedelamusique.culture.fr/en/International/presentation/