How to Exchange Your Foreign Driver’s License for a French One: Our Experience as Americans in France
Would you believe that in our five years of living in France as Americans, we’ve never gotten behind the wheel of a car? Though Maria and I are grateful to have left our car-centric habits back in the United States,…
How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Valencia, Spain
A summer excursion to Spain promises warm temperatures to enjoy, delicious food to try, and a rich culture to discover. That’s exactly what Jalen and I were looking for when we decided to visit Valencia – a beautiful Mediterranean city…
I Got Laid Off in France (And Found Another Job)
There’s never a good time to get laid off, but as an American in France whose legal residency hinges on having a job, let’s just say it was news I was less-than-enthused to receive. As it turns out, working for…
Conquering Law School in France: An Accomplished American’s Perspective
Believe it or not, only 1.5% of all foreigners enrolled in French higher education are from the United States. That means that as American master’s degree graduates of the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, it’s not every day that Jalen and…
How to Get a Salaried Worker Residence Permit in France: Our Personal Experiences
As Americans living in France, we need residence permits to maintain our lawful presence in the country. Since moving here for the first time in 2019, we’ve had quite a few different residency statuses. Most recently, after obtaining our master’s…
Why You Need to Visit the Informative Palais de la Porte Dorée
The Palais de la Porte Dorée, a unique building located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, is currently home to the Musée de l’histoire de l’immigration (Immigration History Museum) and a tropical aquarium. From its extraordinary facade to its thought-provoking…
