Vincent Smith
@Vincent2014
English expat in France
Forum posts
66
Contacts
7
About me
English
Lives in Carpentras, Vaucluse.
Speaks English, a little French
Registration: 28 October 2014
English speeking plumbers in the Vaucluse by Vincent2014
Let me know if you exist.
Well I might like a quote or 2 also my builder friend is looking for a plumber would need the french though as he doesn't do english :) He has loads of work big firm. I was beginning to think no one would ever reply to this thread :cool: ... Read More
Area for 60+ living, maybe russians around
Could you clarify hot and cold in C. Russians mostly congregate towards the south or Paris. :) Read More
Hi guys
Well in two weeks I will be going boating in Marseille if the boat arrives. Water skiing. I hope. But I live a little further north, in Carpentras where I am renovating a house. Read More
Friends in Aix-en-Provence
Looking to meet new people on my days off Read More
Scorpions and glue boards
Does any one know where I can buy some glue boards, I've got a scorpion in the house, kind of keen to deal with it before the cat comes in contact with it. :dumbom: Not seen them in the supermarkets Read More
Can anyone advise on where to buy a Caravan both new or used
Cheers solved it though so you can close this thread thanks. Read More
Running Shops???
You can close this now I found some. Thanks Read More
Running Shops???
Could someone recommend some, please. Shopping is a bit of a struggle as all the names are new. In desperate search of Carbohydrate Gels :( Read More
English speeking plumbers in the Vaucluse
Let me know if you exist. Read More
Renovating house in French riviera
Can I ask what kind of renovation work needs to be carried out, I'm over in the Vaucluse so I'd be happy to exchange thoughts on builders and tradesmen in the region perhaps we might have some transferable information. I'm yet to find ... Read More
Can anyone advise on where to buy a Caravan both new or used
Need some where to sleep while I put in a new bathroom kitchen and staircase :) Read More
Top 5 tips to live in France by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in France. What recommendations would you ...
For an easy life appear like a humble peasant for the first 6 months. Engage in as much speaking french as you can, when you struggle shrug maybe let out an exclamation in french. Like ou la la. Smile don't be scared to hug or kiss on the ... Read More
Getting married in France by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in France or who are about to get married in France to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in France? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
These are chats you should have with a Lawyer, being careless may result in well I need not say. Read More
New in Toulouse by trine88
Hey all, I am new in this beautiful city. At the moment I'm doing a language course, my french is still very basic, but I'm having a lot of fun learning. I would love to meet some people who enjoys going out for beers or coffee and just hanging ...
I don’t know who your calling inactive，I just think you need more cities in the village I am in，there are like 80 expats from my background alone and this place ain’t that big. Stranger still the city isn’t the ... Read More
Seeking home rental in Aix 2015
I am renovating a 4 bedroom house in carpentras it will have a 20 meter pool roof terrace views of the devils couldren over looking a truffle orchard and vinyard，a selection of fully developed fruit and nut trees including ... Read More
WANTED -ex pats living in France by temperance66
It is my job to make contact with British expats living here in France or those who have previously worked in the UK and relocated here to France, like yourself to inform you about your entitlements and options with your UK frozen pension. In light ...
Still it might be intersting to hear your ideas on off sure tax avoidance clampdown and toxicity and exposure possed by the more unscruplious people that may be propping up offsure. Do you know what your exposure is too your most invested clients ... Read More
WANTED -ex pats living in France by temperance66
It is my job to make contact with British expats living here in France or those who have previously worked in the UK and relocated here to France, like yourself to inform you about your entitlements and options with your UK frozen pension. In light ...
There are entitlements！I can’t say my faith in the uk pension system was high, but then its higher than the private sector now. I certainly see many unresolved issues with both state and private pensions in France too. Until such ... Read More
South African in Paris by DawieTeessen
Hello everyone! I'm an Afrikaans/English speaking gentleman looking for in opportunity in France to be with my wife (she is French) any idea where/how I can start the search?
If I were you I’d start rural lots of untamed land，First learn French as much as you can it should not be hard you are already multi lingual. you may wish to explore the africans skills in rural parts. If you wish to stick with trees ... Read More
Monthly appartment rentals by Bradley3D
So I plan on visiting either Odessa or Kiev this summer. I will not be taking a week or two week trip. My stay will likely last me 3 to 4 months. I dont plan on living fancy or anything. I am very comfortable with just a stove, fridge a way to wash ...
a fold away tent a bury in the ground fridge a saw to chop wood and lighter pitch the tent by the river or sea Read More
Can any body tell me more about Ukraine by Ahmedgh_3
Can any body tell me more about Ukraine i want to go Ukraine , how much hotels cost their (3 stars , 2 stars) single room? what is the important cities their?
I question your strategy for interactions between users, I suggest more transparency to deal with the issues of respect, happiness and human relations. At the same time I understand the reasons behind such comments, perhaps you could work at it. I ... Read More
Chatty girl feels lack of communication) by Marina_akwa
Hello! My name is Marina and Im looking for English-speaking friends, to hang,communicate and have fun :)
In my country we have a saying "to err is human to forgive is devine" Read More
Cost of living in France 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in France in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of France you are living in. How much does it cost to live in France? > accommodation ...
does anyone know what a decent pro tailor costs for some alterations， I usually find my alterations cost just under 37 euro’s. Some a little cheaper， ps what are the dry cleaners called here？ Read More
Chatty girl feels lack of communication) by Marina_akwa
Hello! My name is Marina and Im looking for English-speaking friends, to hang,communicate and have fun :)
To understand this world you only have to be able to read the Financial pages Read More
Ukraine vs Russian
If you are still wondering about this I suggest you go on vacation abroad, perhaps somewhere sunny Read More
Cost of living in France 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in France in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of France you are living in. How much does it cost to live in France? > accommodation ...
eye surgery is cheaper in Britian too Read More
Cost of living in France 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in France in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of France you are living in. How much does it cost to live in France? > accommodation ...
the biggest difference to me is housing at a whooping fith of the cost of my old town for a 1 bedroom flat. It is best to go green here and circumvent the energy system that way costs can be almost flat or even pay you. biggest cost is ... Read More
American applying for Long stay spouse visa to France by americangirl14
Hello everyone! Here's the low down! My fiance (french) and I (american) are soon to be married here in Paris. I'm only on a 90 day visa, therefore I have return to the US to get my spouse visa to return. My consulate the French Embassy in ...
bring every document you have but more importantly, smile be polite and deeply respectful and you'll be cool, oh and make the effort to be french. :) Read More
Cost of living in France 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in France in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of France you are living in. How much does it cost to live in France? > accommodation ...
really depends where your coming from, expectations on living. but for years this was mean't to be the greatest place to live in the world, full time. \not that a holiday isn't mind blowing. Read More
Help!!! Fil-french marriage in pinas by applemaecasumpang
Hello guys. Im 29, filipina and i have a 34yrs old french bf. We have plans of getting married this year here in the phil. but as i was checking on the french embassy website, it looks so complicated and they require alot of documents.. I hope ...
oh boy are you in trouble, From what you say all of this is a very bad idea, he's in trouble, you too might be. I suggest you forget about this and if the authorities come knocking plead love and stupidity. only in this case may they be ... Read More
Good Places to SKI
Where are the best places to ski round here? Any idea's much appreciated. I saw a little snow but it was soon gone! Read More
Holiday ideas-France by Ruby Sterling
Hi, any French gentlemen or ladies or anyone who can give me info regarding holiday destinations in France? I have asked this question before but haven't received a reply so far:( I am planning to spend a few weeks in France but don't know where ...
The key to quiet beaches is not to come on the big national holidays. Languedoc Roussillion is a quieter choice than Marseille to italian boarder. If you get bored you can go to Barcelona for a day trip its no time on the train. There should be no ... Read More
South African Drivers License - British Embassy letter required???
try www.gov.uk/browse/driving/driving-licences or try finding the contact email for the conservative MP Patrick McLoughlin Read More
From London to Mars! French back to France
I'm going to be working on a renovation project north of Mars, its not quite signed and sealed yet, but if your sticking around perhaps we could converse, not a city I've spent much time in rather just passed through. Read More
US to France bank Transfer...
I'll have a stab in the dark at this :/ , code banque I think is what your looking for it identifies the exact bank/branch where the money is going, so not one you want to get wrong. I think its a 9 digit number. Not that I've tried ... Read More
Power cuts?
Now I've notice that all the lights are out in the surrounding towns including traffic lights and super markets are closed Read More
Power cuts?
Has anyone experience power cuts in the Tarn region. Turned a light on at 8am and it flickered a couple of times then went out. Not really something I'm expecting to get a lot of France being a nuclear state, does this kind of stuff happen much ... Read More
Accents
Technically 2 years, lived here when I was 2 years old till the age of 4, french was my first language. Been back just a month or so wondering why I ever left. Read More
Accents
Can any one tell me anything about regional accents. are accents a big thing here? which accents are considered more elite and which are deemed difficult to understand. Is there a north south divide or an east west or just based on the number of ... Read More
We really screwed up and don't know what to do... by confusion9
I am hoping someone on here can give me advice on my situation, which is very dire. I came over to visit my bf after a failed attempt of trying to get a student visa to France. We have been together for a year (going back and forth) and have been ...
Remain Calm, leave within your visa and apply to come back, overstaying on your visa is stupid that will get you on a list, or in a pile of paper that is not a priority. Living here for longer than 3 months will change your tax status, you could ... Read More
Irish Guy considering relocating to Toulouse by Thisisdonn
Hi All, My name is Shaun from Galway, Ireland and I have received a job offer to relocate to Toulouse as a Financial Accountant. I am 29 years of age and play Gaelic Footballer for St. James' Senior Football Team in Galway City. I am undecided as ...
Shaun Compared with other local cities, Toulouse is a real crack. There are a lot of bars, fast food joints. restaurant its got everything you might expect in a pretty developed town/small city in the uk. I ain't been to Galaway, but you can ... Read More
Nail polish in France! Any help ?
So apparently the drag queens in Paris don't ware nail varnish, well you learn something new everyday. Read More
Moving there to the south of France - unsure about the best city !!? by Ccunn723
Hi everyone! I am hoping to move to the south of france in January but I am still unsure which is the best city to move to for employment and good atmosphere. Any suggestions would really help :)
Statistically Nice, Followed by Toulouse and then Bayonne. Have the lowest unemployment, but really a better idea is to match your skills to job vacancies. Unemployment is quite high at the moment, its not something I'd envisage changing over ... Read More
Free WIFI and tele comunications help by Vincent2014
My current living situation means a good connection to the internet is difficult to come by or incredibly expensive after all who wants to pay for a year when your only living in the place for 5 months or so. Are contracts exclusive to ...
After further research my device doesn't take a sim card / or a dongle, so I'm stuck between waiting for a new phone and or MIFI. Both leave me with questions. Wow they like making life complicated here. Europe Freedom of trade had a hell ... Read More
Free WIFI and tele comunications help
My current living situation means a good connection to the internet is difficult to come by or incredibly expensive after all who wants to pay for a year when your only living in the place for 5 months or so. Are contracts exclusive to ... Read More
New in Toulouse by trine88
Hey all, I am new in this beautiful city. At the moment I'm doing a language course, my french is still very basic, but I'm having a lot of fun learning. I would love to meet some people who enjoys going out for beers or coffee and just hanging ...
Bonjour, mon nom est Vincent j'ai viennent d'emménager dans cette région et je cherche à faire de nouveaux amis et n'oubliez pas / en savoir plus Français. J'aime la bière et le café donc vous semblez ... Read More
Neighbor problem
No policeman is gonna care about this anywhere in Europe unless he is your neighbour. Most neighbours won't challenge their neighbour when they have a hammer in their hand. Read More