France holds heatwave crisis meeting as hotter temperatures forecast A ‘heat dome’ is expected to add to the situation next week - we explain
Tips on how to save money on France’s toll motorways Tweaking your journey or using some cost-saving apps can help you save significantly on rising péage costs
How does France’s tipping culture compare to the US and UK? A new poll has found that 37% of people in France typically tip restaurant staff, considerably less than Anglophone countries
practical How can I keep wild boar away from my property? From fencing and other deterrents, we take a look at some of the tips for keeping the animals away from your garden
How you could save hundreds of euros on annual energy bills in France Energy firms say a few simple actions could save you between 10 and 15%
Organise your fridge, know labels: French experts’ food-saving tips A new poll of French people shows they waste €67 a month on average on food which they later throw out and 26-50% of the food they buy ends up in the bin
Tips made by card in French restaurants are to be made tax free The government is hoping to encourage more people to join the hospitality industry, which is facing huge workforce shortages. What amount is considered right to leave as a tip in France?
Gardening in France - Grower’s digest February 2021 Looking ahead to warmer garden days and a rise in popularity for house plants in this month's tips and inspiration from Grower's Digest
Monthly money saver: how to visit museums for free For this month's money saver tip, we explain how to visit museums across France for free.
How to survive France's New Year tipping season It is traditional to give thank you gifts to firefighters, postal workers, refuse collectors and cleaners at this time of year - but how much is reasonable? And, what happens to the money you give?
Grower’s digest - January 2020 Tips and tricks for gardeners indoors and out. This month: lemon entry, garden trends and winter bargains....
Smart phone solutions While I was on enforced rest as I recovered from a broken ankle, I noticed how many cold calls we received.
Quick reliable help at home If you need a tradesperson urgently to fix a leak or mend a broken lock, then the website mesdepanneurs.fr could help.
Planning a skiing holiday in France? Whether you are looking for a non-stop party or a family friendly atmosphere, France has the perfect winter resort for you. Samantha David lists the differences to look out for Occasional péage plan Annual offer gives cheaper rail travel Holiday insurance so simple to sort out
Union calls to make cash tips compulsory in France Giving cash tips in restaurants and cafés in France could become mandatory, after calls from a hospitality industry union. How you tip is important Connexion Tip: Sound the sirens Make sense of... French Walking routes Green-fingered readers who weed it and reap Labrador Tag Feed