New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020

Hii! Je suis Josh!
I am currently living and working in Milton Keynes, England. My job is in construction as a carpenter, dry linerand ceiling fixer.
I have 8 years experience after two years of college. I have travelled many countries and have been visiting Paris alot the past year due to my love of the city and my parisian girlfriend. So the dream is to do the job i love in the city i love and be with my girlfriend.
My one failing is that my french is still weak but i am starting to put alot more effort into this so by time im there this should not be a problem. I have also done part time bar tending which i enjoy as it is very social and keeps you busy. I hope for an opportunity to prove myself and make a dream come true

New in France (Rennes) and would like to make some friends here.
Nice to meet you all.

Hey there!
I'm new here so just wanted to say hello and hopefully make some new connections.
Looking forward to hearing from people local to Toulon : )
Abi

Dear sir/madam                                             I am writing to inquire for the opening of a  driver job in France. I would just say that I offer 3 years of experience and this would make me a strong candidate for the opening position in France, the top potion of my attached resume highlights of my profile and three significant accomplishment that are also alignment with the driving position. I would welcome an opportunity to speak with you if you feel I am a strong candidate for this position in your country nice to meet you to friendly France

Bonjour, Je suis Finesse! ✨

I am an abstract artist born in South Africa, raised in The Netherlands, Canada and South Africa.
I have always had a passion for the arts and all things creative: art, music,beauty, fashion, photography, film. I've always known that I will expat. Of all the countries in the world, France has always stood out to me. Now the timing is right to start my new journey in France.

Check with your local Mairie.Sometime they offer free French lesson for foreigners.

Hi I live near Toulouse.
I currently joined a club in Toulouse- It’s called TWIG
Toulouse Women International Group. It’s women only and English speaking group. They do French lesson for fun, cooking activities, walking group, etc. Most member are from the UK ( whose partner/husband/bf are working around department 31&32. If you are women and want to socialise, please look up on Facebook.

Hello I'm Sarah, a French woman willing to meet native English speakers in Montpellier or in Avignon as to improve my English. Also I'd be delighted to help with French

Hi I am Hilarie, A fine artist in the Us planning to move to Pau... I think with my husband but we want culture,  a good town for live music opportunities for him and galleries and others who may want classes from me .. We traveled a few weeks in South France and liked Pau but didnt see much of a creative artist scene.  Of course we didnt know where to go either ..can anyone give advice on this ?  thanks much

Hi Hilarie, unfortunately I don't know at all about Pau and its area, but I do know that Montpellier and Sète are quite good as for galleries and live music in pubs. They both are located on the Mediterranean see in south of France and close to each other. Good luck and welcome to France 😊! Sarah

Hi Sarah,  thanks for the message ..we are really wanting a smaller community than Montpielier ...we live in a rat race now and need a bit calmer pace ...but not dead by any means. .just driving through the outskirts of Montpielier and Toulouse was hectic like home...we are just wanting it to be less crazy with traffic and population ..

I could look at Sete though ..thanks again

I understand what you mean. Then, Sète is much smaller than Montpellier (it's at about 26 km from Montpellier on the seaside). Quite little but having lots of noisy Vespas and motorbikes roaring in its narrow streets.. so maybe not such a good idea..

Ok.  Still hoping to find out more about tbe Pau area...

Hi I’m Mick a builder from England,I’m thinking about doing a small project in Pleyber Christ and would like to get to know people (expats)around that area to talk too and get your knowledge of the area as iPlan to make it permanent soon,look forward to any response
Regards Mick

Hello all! My name is Daniel and I'm from the US. I've been in paris for 2 months learning french at Alliance Francaise. I've moved over here after meeting my partner in the US while she was on a work visa there. Well, things went well and I decided to drop my life and make the move to Paris! C'est la vie!

I'm hoping to make friends in the Paris area, extend my network, continue to improve my french, and also try and find some employment opportunities.

I look forward to meeting you!

Hi Sarah!

Try checking out ConversationExchange.com, I think it's exactly what you're looking for! You make a profile saying you speak french and want to learn english and you can search for people who speak english and want to learn french.

I would love to meet up myself, but I'm in the Paris area. Hope this helps!

Hello Daniel !
Thanks for your message.
Actually you're right about conversationexchange.com and that's exactly what I've done👍
Wish you all the best with your new life in Paris 😊!
Sarah

Hello Fellow Expats,

I am brand new to Paris and looking forward to some great times and making new connections along the way. I moved to Paris from Vancouver, BC. I look forward to exploring in Paris and beyond all around Europe.

Marianne

Hei hei!
I'm Beth, living in Paris and taking Norwegian classes in preparation to do business in Norway.  I speak English and French and would like to practice speaking Norwegian with a native in everyday situations.
My hobbies are varied including cultural events, sports, cinema and volunteer work.
Thanks!

Hi there,
I am currently living and working in Saudi Arabia. I work in the Industrial sector. Looking for any job opportunity that makes me close to my boys again. I have two boys David & John both studying in Paris.
My French is fair but by practice I can make it better. I hope for an opportunity to prove myself and spend more time with my boys.

Regards,

Salut/Hello!

Just moved to La Couronne, Angouleme from Northern England. Main reason being to relocate with my partner whilst he studies in aviation with Airbus. My French language is very much beginners level so I am enquiring about free courses offered to immigrants here.

I don't yet know anyone in this area and have struggled with my French understanding in conversations with others for obvious reasons - but if you are in the area near to me feel free to get in touch! I am always available for coffee etc.

I am trained in Holistic/Complementary therapies however I'm not sure how this translates in France or if they call it something else entirely.

Thanks, Jess

Hi there!
I'm new here, just wanted to say hello and hopefully make some new connections.
Although I lived in France for 5 years a long time ago I have just moved back to the Charante area near Montmoreau.
Looking forward to hearing from people nearby.
Sophie

Hei hei!
I'm Ama, living in Paris .  I speak English and French and would like to practice speaking Norwegian with a native in everyday situations.
My hobbies are varied including cultural events and volunteer work.
Thanks!

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Hi, Currently living in Houston, coming back to France (Nantes) after 15 years of expact... looking forward to make new connection.

Hello everyone !

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Stay safe.

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Loïc

Hello All ,
                                   I am Sri Ram and I am new here. Just wanted to greet everyone and hopefully make some new friends.  Hope everyone stays safe during this pandemic.

I am a small businessman from India. I am into hospitality industry since 2011, running a small hotel and a few B&B's. I have been to Paris and Midi-Pyrenees regions for a few times and I love the Pyrenees region. I am researching about starting a few service apartments/B&B/ in the Midi-Pyrenees region. Would like to make new connections in this region.

I appreciate your valuable suggestions and looking forward to hear from people around this region.

Good Day.....
Sri.

Bonjour a tous!

I'm Laura, from the UK, moved to Paris in February to join my french boyfriend here. I was studying to improve my french at Lutece Langue before the confinement and have continued self teaching since then. Currently immersed in the french language as we moved in with family for the confinement period.
I'm currently seeking a role in marketing but flexible, and have 7 years experience from London based marketing agencies. I have a Bac, but am finding most roles require a masters.

Any international roles out there? My french is intermediate level but I'd feel most comfortable working in English.

Also looking at living around Enghien les Bains area, but currently in Saint-Leu-la-forêt and looking to make some connections!

Bonne journée

Laura

Hello Sri and Laura and welcome to expat.com ! 

I'm Loïc from the moderation team and it's a pleasure to meet you

@Sri, Midi-Pyrénées are beautiful indeed !  Did you find a job? If you didn't, @Laura and you could have a look to our  Jobs in France

Also, due to the situation nowadays, the events in France are canceled or postponed, but stay tuned if you want to meet people in France

Wishing you both a great day.

Regards.

Loïc
Expat.com Team

Âllo!
Je suis Toni ( aka lulu). I live in the US in Wilmington, North Carolina at this moment , but I’ve been actively plotting my escape the last two years to most likely the Gard district as I have friends in Uzès. To that end, (pre-Covid) after Hurricane Florence, I took early retirement and  developed a small immersive travel company called VagaBonding (travel with friends). I was off to a great start, first group taken to Uzès  and the surrounding area last September was a success...And then the world changed. I am hoping to make another trip ( solo) once the borders open again, hopefully by Octoberfor 30 days, fingers crossed, but must return for our *very* important election.  I am a writer and most recently a working photographer and interior designer. In. truth a Jill of all creative trades. I’ve done a lot of my homework in terms of transferring my Social Security etc. I am quite a fru “gal” and after living in two large cities (New York City and Atlanta, love New York , hated Atlanta) my trips over the last six years to that area feed my soul. So any tips in this changing world on how to get there sooner would be appreciated. At present I am looking at, if I can keep the travel business afloat online, I’m looking at right now 90 there and 90 here idea. To get ball rolling. I have been looking at various visa options, and I’m being advised by a friend who is an expat that has gained her residency card. Sorry for longwinded intro....or what you do on a pot o’tea!
Thank to all, à bientôt!
Toni

Good Morning Everyone An Alex By Name Looking For Work Any Work That Will Be Good

Hello my name is Thomas. My partner is Andrew and our dog is Truman. We are hoping to move Southern France within a year and are trying to research the best community. We have some interest in Beziers due to cost and location but, are open to other locations. Most importantly we hope to meet others straight or gay who would give us insight into life in Southern France.

Hi everyone,

My name is Hana. I am originally from the Czech Republic but have moved to UK around 23 years ago now. I started working as an au pair, then nanny, followed by healthcare assistant in a hospital, which finally led to me training in UK as a nurse. I am currently working as a nurse practitioner but am looking to move to France. I love the culture, the pace of life and the somehow simplicity to life that France has to offer. I would love to speak to and meet similar minded people who have already made this giant step and perhaps would like to share their experience and wisdom with me, in order to make me better prepared. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Well done Jess.  Me? Not much asset but to encourage!  Now long retired GP - my passion is my boat (only a couple of years older than me but being solid teak will last longer! )  In Morlaix and we cruise Brittany as much as possible,  speak imperfect French but try.  Apologies for presumption but only replied because you share name Jess with my gr daughter.  So good luck
Paul
"Ardeola"
Plaisance,  Morlaix

Hi everyone ! Happy to be here. I live in the south and travel often in France so, would love to meet others!

Bonjour et bon Welcome Abi