Alexis Stratfold

Alexis Goldberg

Alexis loved visiting France as a child and always dreamed of living there one day. Fortunately she met a man who had the same dream! So they married, then bought a beautiful 300-year-old character house in a pretty village in the Languedoc Roussillon. Alexis has been writing about France for a decade, inspiring and helping hundreds of British people to move there. She says: "Our only regret is that we did not move to France earlier! The lifestyle is tranquil, the summers are long and hot and the sun shines almost every day (or seems like it does!). We’ve made friends of many nationalities here."

France’s Rugby World Cup: your need to knows

One way to immerse yourself in French life is to show an interest in one of the nation’s favourite sport – rugby! With the Rugby World Cup here, we delve into the best stadiums to enjoy the sport.

Accès Libre: New guide to disability-accessible places in France

The French government has finally launched a brand-new guide to accessible places in France, particularly for wheelchairs and those with disabilities.

How France is coping with the latest wildfires

With much of Europe enduring extremely hot temperatures recently, we look at how France has fared and kept its wildfires under control.

Côte d’Azur named the world’s best second-home location

What image comes to mind when I say “Côte d’Azur”? Many imagine golden sunshine, crystal-clear seas, deep blue skies and beautiful coastlines. They’re not wrong either. The Côte d’Azur is aptly named after the enchanting azure seas that surround it.

Top tips to help you settle in to your new life in France

Moving can be an exciting and scary experience; moving to a new country is even more so. I found that, despite the homework I did on life in France, the best advice often comes from someone who has “been there, done that”! I feel I’ve learnt a huge amount over the years about how to integrate happily with the French. So, I’d love to share my own tips with you, so you’re better prepared for your own new life in France.

The most beautiful markets in France (and homes nearby)

There are many wonderful reasons why we all love France, you will doubtless agree. One of them is exploring the fabulous plethora of markets in France, wherever you are in the country.