benandalice
English expat in France
Forum posts
6
About me
English
Lives in Cannes
Registration: 27 September 2009
Prices on the Riviera
Is anyone finding the same problem finding housing cheap enough on the Riviera? We have been here almost 6 years now and still can't afford to buy a house - the only properties within budget seem to be large apartments, but with 2 kids we need a ... Read More
Living in the French Riviera
We've been here for 6 years and although we love it, the cost of living is just horrendous!!! Most items are double what you would pay in the UK. So we are moving into the Var, where life is cheaper and people are friendlier. Will let u know how ... Read More
Student Housing-Need help desperately!!! by bhammond07
Hello!!! I am a university student doing an exchange with Universite de Nice-Sophia Antipolis. I am on the waiting list for their residence and therefore must look elsewhere to live. I will be arriving in Nice in just a few weeks and will live ...
Just found his site: nicestudentrentals.com/ Read More
Student Housing-Need help desperately!!! by bhammond07
Hello!!! I am a university student doing an exchange with Universite de Nice-Sophia Antipolis. I am on the waiting list for their residence and therefore must look elsewhere to live. I will be arriving in Nice in just a few weeks and will live ...
Hi B, Did you get anything sorted for the student rental. I know a company (family run business) in Nice who help sort out student rentals. His name is Paul Manion and is a top guy. I know he deals with long term rentals and holiday rentals but ... Read More
How to make friends in the French Riviera
I'd recommend basic people skills by getting to know your locals, starting with the neighbours - drop a bottle of wine round at christmas, la fete des voisins (immeublesenfete.com/) is another way to get to know people. L'heure de l'apero is a sure ... Read More