Archive for June, 2007

LE PAL C’EST FANTASTIQUE!

Monday, June 18th, 2007

Just couldn't resist highlighting this fantastic French zoo and amusement park near Dompierre sur Bresbre in the Auvergne/Allier region (only 1hr and 30mins North West of Lyon). Over 500 different animals across 5 continents, the zoo specialises in conservation and education. All set in over 23 hectares of beautiful wooded park, and with many spectacular [...]

CHAMPIONS DE FRANCE

Sunday, June 17th, 2007

 A little belated, but whilst I was recently in Le Roannais an amazing achievement by Roanne's local basketball team was made. After 48 years of winning their first title they had a fantastic win against Nancy in the Grand Finale in Paris. It was an incredibly tight match, but 'la Chorale' (the name given to [...]

www.thisfrenchlife.com

Friday, June 15th, 2007

  Visit this superb website: www.thisfrenchlife.com – great information on many aspects of France, including plenty of tips and advice. Also, read  reviews by Craig McGinty on some excellent books. A visit is well worthwhile. You' ll always return!  Brian Franklin 

BACK IN LE ROANNAIS

Friday, June 15th, 2007

Here we are back in le Roannais once again. This time with my nearest and dearest – my wife, Lucy, and our son, Ellis. Back to taste the delights of a fantastic region, with great friends. Also, to continue the work on the gardens and swimming pool of Le Cuvage, our home in France.   [...]