Our Blog

Here you will find articles from our blog, categorized according to your needs. All articles are designed to help you during your expatriation to France, Paris or elsewhere. We are also happy to give you the opportunity to write about your expatriation experience.
If you would like to write an article for our blog, if you know an exemplary expatriate spouse whom we could meet for an article, if you’d like us to talk about your services and how they can help expats here in Paris, don’t hesitate to get in touch at: contact@absolutely-french.eu

french friends
How to make French friends without forcing it
A gentle guide for expats who want to make French friends naturally, through small conversations, shared routines, local activities, and real connection in Paris.
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french absolus
20 French Phrases Expats Need in Summer
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beach near paris
7 beaches near Paris to try this summer
Discover 7 beaches near Paris perfect for a summer escape, from chic seaside towns to easy train trips for expats craving fresh air.
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summer
The Expat Guide to French Summer Habits
French summer habits help expats understand the rhythm of life in France, from holidays and apéros to local routines and la rentrée in Paris.
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Caroline de la Porte
Caroline de la Porte – Une artiste qui donne du souffle à l’argile
À travers l’univers poétique de Caroline de la Porte, la céramique devient une rencontre sensible entre la terre, le mouvement et le vivant, au cœur de Paris.
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Absolutely french
10 Micro Challenges to Speak More French Each Week in Paris
Turn everyday moments in Paris into simple French practice with 10 micro challenges that build confidence, fluency, and local connection each week.
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french humor
How can you understand French humor when you’re an expat?
Understanding French humor as an expat means learning more than jokes. It means decoding irony, second degree, cultural references, and the subtle art of laughing with the French.
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French social codes
French social codes that expats discover too late
A warm guide to decoding the quiet rules of French life, so expats can avoid awkward moments, build trust faster, and feel more at home in Paris.
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spouses of expatriates
Spouses of expatriates: regaining confidence with AI
AI can help spouses of expatriates regain confidence, clarify their skills, and take small practical steps toward integration, autonomy, and career growth.
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