The French Collection

In this Newsletter, we:

  •  launch our new website segment for French activities in Australia
  •  advise the start of Term 2 French classes
  •  recommend a stunning B&B in the Pyrénées
  •  announce the addition of a new Guernsey accommodation partner
  •  let you in on the secret to making free mobile calls from anywhere

A Touch of France in Australia

Like to stay in a B&B in Australia where you can speak French and eat French styled food. Well, we've prepared some information that provides this and more - such as reviews of French restaurants, information about providores of French foods, and other French businesses,  insights into French/Australian historical connections, and information about upcoming French related events in Australia. Read more .....  

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Enrol for Term 2 French Classes

Ready to brush up your French or prepare for that trip? Classes at all levels (in Sydney & on the Central Coast)  start in late April/early May.  Contact us if you have any questions or wish to enrol. Don’t worry if the class has started, as we can  always accommodate late starters. Posted in Posts

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Clos Mirabel Manor - Pyrénées

This stunning 18th Century Manor House is set amidst a beautiful 15 acre estate between the coast and the Pyrénées mountains. From the spacious B&B there are magnificent uninterrupted views over vineyards to the entire chain of the Pyrénées Atlantiques. Clos Mirabel offers fine accommodation that is close to Pau, Lourdes and Spain and the hosts, Ann and André, are …

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Guernsey - something different en route to France

Yes I can hear you already saying that Guernsey is not part of France, although it's much closer to France than it is to the UK.  However, there have always been strong connections between France and the Channel Islands, and a visit to Guernsey en route to/from the UK is a rewarding experience.  So, we've added a new accommodation partner - …

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Free Mobile Calls from Europe

We've been using a free app on our smartphone,  called Viber, to call and text free from overseas.  While the quality can be variable, we've been able to communicate successfully. The only catch is you need to have WiFi access for it to work - but these days hotels, cafes, etc often have free WiFi.

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