Top 10 Best Places To Live in France (Expats, Retirees, Digital Nomads)

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  • @TravelingwithKristin
    @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +10

    Want to learn a new language? Get 50% off lifetime access to 25 languages with Rosetta Stone! partners.rosettastone.com/traveling-with-kristin

    • @DeanRamser
      @DeanRamser 2 місяці тому +1

      Salut! I wonder how the healthcare in France compares with healthcare in Italy? Specifically Multiple Schlerosis care and treatment. Or is Switzerland better than both countries? Thank you! Merci!

    • @higherresolution4490
      @higherresolution4490 15 днів тому

      ​@@DeanRamserChoose a place with maximum Sun exposure. Supplement with 10,000 units daily vitamin D3. Eliminate all seed /vegtable oils. Eliminate ultra processed /refined foods. If you use Google to find epidemiological maps showing the incident of MS around the world, there is none 15° above nor 15° below the equator.

  • @LizzieJaneBennet
    @LizzieJaneBennet 24 дні тому +43

    N'1: the prononciation of RENNES is "RENN" (not "Renée").
    Liked the video. 👍

    • @Sindor33
      @Sindor33 10 днів тому

      You can pronouce Rennes like the word "rain"

    • @bclevy
      @bclevy 9 днів тому +1

      @@Sindor33 No. I am French and spent 9 months in Rennes 30 years ago, and Ms. Bennet is correct.

    • @jme104
      @jme104 8 днів тому +1

      Kristin has never been there .

    • @shaunmcdonald682
      @shaunmcdonald682 8 днів тому

      I would love an episode on living in Paris please.

  • @Aetius828
    @Aetius828 17 днів тому +25

    I’m french, living near Paris. This vidéo is exact, but i prefer la Rochelle, on the Atlantic coast, Angers, in the West, or Versailles, near Paris.
    And if you love the sea, the little city of la Baule, with à splendid beach of nine kilometers !
    In Marseille, Nice and Montpellier, there is a big problèmes of security, with drugs trafics..
    Welcome in France, US citizens 😊 ! We remember june 6 1944, in Normandie ! ❤

    • @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534
      @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534 10 днів тому

      n'oublie pas que les problèmes de narco trafiquants c'est toi qui les a laissé rentrer en France en votant à Gauche !!!
      Et maintenant ils viennent chez toi en banlieue !!!! Dans ton 9*3 !!!
      Alors ta haine de Marseille elle se retourne contre toi et c'est bien fait pour toi !!!! Je jubile !

    • @philv3941
      @philv3941 7 днів тому +1

      Rennes is ok, la Rochelle is perfect and missing, and yes : marseille ??
      I thaught it was a joke, this city is a nightmare

    • @eckoart.erin.jerome
      @eckoart.erin.jerome 5 днів тому

      I'm American. I have never been to Europe, even though most of my family has traveled extensively. I consider traveling, or moving, to either France or Italy, often. I consider Spain sometimes as well.
      I have many ancestors from France. (also Spain) Some of my French Ancestry include the following names: D' Orleon, Bourbon, Valois, Stuart (also Scotland), Du Puy, and also The Merovingian Dynasty. (No I didn't join the little club and get a certificate!) I feel like I need to at least visit France. I feel it has a very familiar vibe for me but I had no idea where to start. Your comments; in addition to this video are very helpful to me. Thank you.

    • @rowenn1729
      @rowenn1729 2 дні тому

      Paris is not safier than Marseille

  • @carolmartin4413
    @carolmartin4413 2 місяці тому +36

    As a retiree...the health protection is #1. The south of France is beautiful and reasonably inexpensive. Great vid!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +6

      Glad you liked, it Carol! France is a great destination for high quality healthcare.

    • @YogaBlissDance
      @YogaBlissDance 2 місяці тому +2

      I think its' gonna be the new "Portugal."

    • @tamaramadelin4831
      @tamaramadelin4831 Місяць тому +2

      Nope, too expensive! But, you are correct that the healthcare is exceptional!! I have had exceptional healthcare in Portugal as well, but as with both countries it takes patience and research...Slow, but it eventually works!

  • @irmelieija
    @irmelieija Місяць тому +22

    I love Biarritz! I have been to Lyon, Rennes, Biarritz, Marseille, Nice, Straßburg, Paris and several other places in France. France is always worth to visit.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  Місяць тому +1

      It's always a pleasure to explore its diverse beauty of France. Thanks for sharing @irmelieija 🇫🇷✨

    • @Lostouille
      @Lostouille 24 дні тому +6

      Did she pronounce Strasbourg the german way ???? C'est une déclaration de guerre ça ☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 17 днів тому +2

      France leads the world in the top 3 most visited countries of the World...the other two are Spain and Italy..

    • @javierlorful
      @javierlorful 15 днів тому +1

      Strasbourg ! 😡😡😡

    • @Reg2B
      @Reg2B 9 днів тому

      @@rock3timesMost ofen the first

  • @Stopit77
    @Stopit77 2 місяці тому +16

    I like how you structured this video; it is very comprehensive with pros/cons, costs and places to live nearby. Keep it coming!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you so much for the feedback! I'm glad you found the video helpful. 😊👍 I'll definitely keep creating content like this.

    • @StepWest-dv3wo
      @StepWest-dv3wo 11 днів тому

      @@TravelingwithKristin such a shame about you inaccuracies - so many of them...

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 2 місяці тому +19

    Merci beaucoup Kristine d’avoir partager ces belles villes de la France. À bientôt

    • @Jay-Zloin
      @Jay-Zloin 7 днів тому

      *France pas "La France"

  • @geoffoakland
    @geoffoakland 2 місяці тому +17

    Biarritz has one of the highest real estate prices in all of France, more than most areas of Paris. Around 8000 euros per square meter!

  • @stacie007
    @stacie007 2 місяці тому +17

    I'm in France now on a one year visitor visa. I'm keeping to the South (Antibes and Sainte Maxime). Nice is too expensive like you mentioned. I'm leaving before my visa is up, but an important point for foreigners is that it's exceedingly difficult to obtain a long term lease. That's why I'm not doing the full year as short term housing costs (Airbnb) are too expensive.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +4

      Hey@stacie007! Thanks for sharing your experience, and I'm glad you're enjoying your time in France. It's definitely important to consider housing costs, especially with the challenges of obtaining long-term leases. Enjoy the rest of your stay! 😊🏖️

    • @puccaland
      @puccaland 17 днів тому

      Could you please give examples of what they ask you to pay for what type of housing? By town.
      It's to have an idea of what they ask to tourists and what they ask to locals. Thanks.

    • @majortom8047
      @majortom8047 14 днів тому

      @@puccalandVery Demanding, eh?

    • @puccaland
      @puccaland 14 днів тому

      @@majortom8047 Just curious.

  • @chiaraA.
    @chiaraA. 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for the very informative video!

  • @bcrocksaz
    @bcrocksaz 2 місяці тому +2

    Great video as usual, Kristin. I always learn something new.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you found the video helpful David. 😊🎥

  • @baolnguyen442
    @baolnguyen442 Місяць тому +3

    Another great video, lots of helpful and up-to-date info. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mitchmccrimmon1009
    @mitchmccrimmon1009 2 місяці тому +14

    As usual with your videos, so well organized,, clear and informative. Excellent, many thanks!!

  • @TheStunlaw1
    @TheStunlaw1 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank you kristin for this excellent and informative video. Must have been a lot of work putting it all together. Merci!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +2

      My pleasure! These types of videos take a long time to produce but I really enjoy making them. 😊

  • @borisjovanovic035
    @borisjovanovic035 2 місяці тому +6

    Wow, that's awesome video. I really appreciate your structured approach, and information about cost of living. Very inspiring!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you, Boris! I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the format. Stay tuned for more destinations!

  • @-homesforsale-
    @-homesforsale- 2 місяці тому +10

    Hi Kristin, loved the video, great guide with lots of useful information. If you could a similar guide for the Netherlands, that would be awesome!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +4

      Great suggestion! NL is one of my favorite countries, so I'll definitely add it to the list.

  • @Ram_M
    @Ram_M 15 днів тому

    Very informative overview. Lots of choices for the future. Thanks for all your hard work, you make it look effortless!

  • @socrs
    @socrs 26 днів тому +1

    Great info. Thanks! Checked a few of my favorites for tennis courts. Yep, they have em.

  • @williamdoyle777
    @williamdoyle777 2 місяці тому +4

    Kirsten, thanks for a comprehensive take on France. I have been hoping you would do this. Like the survey form which is new to me. 😎Much appreciated. Willi

  • @mohammedsharif2651
    @mohammedsharif2651 Місяць тому +1

    Wow! Such a great and informative video. You have invested a lot of effort in producing this video. Thank you and Bravo 🙌 ❤🙏🥂

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  28 днів тому

      Thank you so much for your kind words and appreciation! I'm thrilled you found the video informative. Your support means a lot @mohammedsharif2651! 🎉❤️🥂

  • @loriannmckeever3752
    @loriannmckeever3752 18 днів тому +3

    Excellent information - thank you so much!

  • @pnkfuzz
    @pnkfuzz 2 місяці тому +4

    The video I needed!!! ❤❤❤❤

  • @davekneram739
    @davekneram739 21 день тому +6

    Dordogne sounds wonderful. I have visited Provence, Lyon, Montpelier, Orleans, Dijon, Auxerre, Beaune, Epernay, Troyes and Reims in the past. I could imagine living in Dijon or Beaune as well.

    • @mfcq4987
      @mfcq4987 5 днів тому +2

      Dordogne is full of British. They call this place "Dordogneshire".

  • @timmaloney6441
    @timmaloney6441 2 місяці тому +9

    "where the wine flows like . . . wine" . that one got me , Thanks Kristin

  • @lindylee1139
    @lindylee1139 2 місяці тому +3

    Love this video! Dreaming of moving to France. Great info!

  • @sabrinamadison8769
    @sabrinamadison8769 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing this information. :)

  • @lindadorman2869
    @lindadorman2869 2 місяці тому +15

    I spent 2-3 months a year in Lyon for several years and could easily see myself living there. There is so much to see and do, and it's convenient to travel via train or air to other locations. As a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, the focus on food is a huge plus for me! Montpellier was lovely but a bit too small for my taste. However, I still want to visit Nice because living on the coast is my retirement dream location. Also, I've heard a lot about Annecy and wondered why that city didn't make your list?

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +6

      Thanks for sharing your experience, Linda! Annecy is also nice but didn't make the top 10. There are so many places to choose from in France! I used a combination of personal experience, research, and statistical data from expat and French citizen surveys and ratings lists.

    • @absolutefreedom8035
      @absolutefreedom8035 21 день тому +3

      Annecy is very nice , it is my city. amazing landscape. you will need more money than the average french city though because of its proximity with Switzerland.

  • @jfrancobelge
    @jfrancobelge Місяць тому +44

    The "real" France nowadays indeed is outside Paris. In fact, as a porivincial Frenchman I feel "foreign" in Paris.

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 17 днів тому +2

      Paris is always the magnet for young French from provinces, that makes Paris the biggest cosmopolitan of France..unfortunately, migrants from outside Europe also flock to Paris for jobs, so evidently, French from provinces will be lost in Paris...

    • @puccaland
      @puccaland 17 днів тому +1

      Of course with the Provincials making up 50% of the Parisian population you feel lost.
      What is the real France then if that's not the place the most representative of its population?

    • @puccaland
      @puccaland 17 днів тому +1

      ​@@rock3timesThere are few migrants in Paris and even fewer who expect getting a job there. There are only 15% foreigners in Paris and the majority come from Europe.

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 16 днів тому +1

      @@puccaland
      The word foreigners in Paris, must also include the large population of african and others who came to France as " travailleurs immigrés" who were there from back of 1960's..
      Regardless what, go into the metro in Paris and you will feel lost among "foreigners"...

    • @puccaland
      @puccaland 16 днів тому

      @@rock3times And your African immigrants who went to France in the 60's are either dead, or had returned to their countries and the bunch of them still in France aren't to be seen in the metro and probably aren't even foreigners for they have never been foreigners in the first place and were born French and probably benefitted from the retroactive citizenship.

  • @tatiana.lifeinglow
    @tatiana.lifeinglow 2 місяці тому

    Thank you Kristin! ❤🌿🌻😊

  • @davkatjenn
    @davkatjenn 6 днів тому

    My wife would live in Calais in a heartbeat. She loves the ocean and the cliffs near Calais and she love the proximity to Ypres where she has a favorite chocolate shop. The proximity to Bruges, Ghent and the area around Bastogne is a wonderful plus as well

  • @philpowell3416
    @philpowell3416 16 днів тому +1

    Thank you. Very well done.

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 2 місяці тому +8

    Love Bordeaux, Toulouse , Toulon and Nice

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +2

      Me too! I haven't been to Toulon yet, but really loved the other three cities you mentioned.

    • @tamaramadelin4831
      @tamaramadelin4831 Місяць тому +1

      Don't waste your time in Toulon! I love Nice and Bordeaux is nice to visit. Toulouse is ok, but I prefer provence!!

  • @jminor318
    @jminor318 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you.

  • @JamesEisenlohr
    @JamesEisenlohr 2 місяці тому +9

    Dijon seemed really nice and clean

    • @geoffoakland
      @geoffoakland 2 місяці тому

      Stay away from the housing estates, HLMs, in Dijon, they are full of crime.There was a huge battle there between recently arrived Chechnians and the North Africans who were already there. French Channel BFM covered the story.

    • @Nubianette
      @Nubianette 2 місяці тому +2

      Dijon is beautiful! I’ve been several times.

  • @longlostkryptonian5797
    @longlostkryptonian5797 21 годину тому

    This was a great video! Thanks for doing it. I’m heading to Perpignan for a few weeks to tour the region for retirement options. Love being so close to Spain and Andorra while still being near the sea.

  • @williamdoyle777
    @williamdoyle777 2 місяці тому

    Kirsten, would like to hear your thoughts on Paris and the left bank. Thanks Willi

  • @margaretames6522
    @margaretames6522 24 дні тому

    Great information!

  • @user-fu6xh1pd9c
    @user-fu6xh1pd9c 18 днів тому +4

    A city that I discovered recently is Annecy called "la perle des Alpes". Not a big city (population around 120,000) but the landscape is absolutely amazing with the lake and mountains around., not far from Geneva international airport and companies in the outdoor business and tech as well. Flip side is the cost of living.

    • @sullfolife
      @sullfolife 11 днів тому

      This 👆🏼

    • @rowenn1729
      @rowenn1729 2 дні тому

      c'est pas plutôt la Venise des Alpes ?

  • @toddaron
    @toddaron 19 днів тому +3

    YAY! The place to where I"m retiring is not on here.
    Biarritz seems a great place to pass thru, tho, en route to Iberia.

  • @jaynair2942
    @jaynair2942 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Kristin..Happy to see you. France is everyone's favorite country. It's difficult to select one particular place since all the places are different and so interesting there. It's upto the person which one to select among them. Though I spoilt for choice, I find Dordogne and Rennes interesting.! Valuable informations. And you're looking great in shirt.! 👍

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому

      Hi there! Thank you so much for your kind words and for tuning in! I'm glad you found the information valuable. France truly has so much to offer, and it's wonderful to hear about your favorite places. 😊👍

  • @justinpjacobson
    @justinpjacobson 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video! I appreciate the research that went into it. Just curios - did Grenoble come up as a possibility? That's a city (and an area) that interests me, and I wonder how it would fare according to your criteria.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      Hi Justin, I don’t recall Grenoble coming up in my research but it could probably make the top 20. It was extremely difficult to narrow this list down to 10 places!

  • @PauMaz
    @PauMaz 2 місяці тому +6

    Send me somewhere in the south of France. Got to love the Mediterranean climate. Nice would be nice.

  • @shirabrener
    @shirabrener 2 місяці тому +7

    Grate video Kristin !!! sure we want one for Paris please !!!! pretty please !!! 🎀💝💌🥂

  • @bjjack5760
    @bjjack5760 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks ❤

  • @lorraine6947
    @lorraine6947 Годину тому

    Thank you for the interesting video. Yes. I would love to know about the best place(s) to live in Paris and perhaps the French Riviera too.

  • @shaunas5753
    @shaunas5753 2 місяці тому +4

    Great video, please do Italy next!

  • @davkatjenn
    @davkatjenn 6 днів тому

    Of the cities that you mentioned, Strasbourg has my heart.

  • @timtarby-donald
    @timtarby-donald 2 місяці тому +5

    I’m lucky to currently have a holiday home in my wife’s hometown in the Dordogne and plans are afoot for us to retire to France in a few years. Would love that to be in Provence or in Bordeaux but both are outside our budget so we are searching in the Lot et Garonne region. Thanks for the informative video.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +3

      Very lucky! That's a lovely place to retire. How much did you buy your house for if you don't mind sharing?

    • @timtarby-donald
      @timtarby-donald 2 місяці тому +2

      @@TravelingwithKristin we will have had it 20 years in December and it still isn’t fully renovated yet (time & money constraints!) but we originally bought it for the equivalent of £30k ! It’s a three storey townhouse in Nontron, le Perigord Vert 20 minutes from the beautiful Brantôme which features in your video.

  • @DB0702
    @DB0702 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this fantastic video. I learned a lot from the details you provided from so many French options for a near future solo female retiree. I would love if you made a similar video for Germany and England. I would love to have long term slow travel/ stay in Berlin and London. Thanks again, best wishes.❤❤❤

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому

      You're very welcome @DB0702! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the video helpful. Thank you for the suggestion. Best wishes to you too! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @leighnash6140
    @leighnash6140 2 місяці тому +3

    I would like to see all of them!

  • @user-sj6tn7nw6b
    @user-sj6tn7nw6b 7 днів тому

    I WOULD LOVE A VIDEO ON THE BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN PARIS!!!!
    MANY THANKS FOR THE GREAT CONTENT!!!!❤!!!

  • @dbeker
    @dbeker 20 днів тому +3

    I know Perpignan often gets a bad rap, but I really think it's under-rated. It's fairly affordable, and seems to offer a good deal for retirees. Royan and Saintes (both in Charente Maritime) also seems like interesting bets.

  • @michelleglidingswan4334
    @michelleglidingswan4334 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for doing this video. I will be visiting France and am currently a member of Alliance Francaise to brush up on the langue. I will be visiting Rennes and Bordeaux, then off to England.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      That sounds like an exciting trip Michelle! Enjoy your time in France and safe travels to Rennes, Bordeaux, and England! 🌍✈️

  • @MaryanaMaskar
    @MaryanaMaskar 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you so much, this is very useful! Please make one for Germany :)

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for the suggestion, Maryana! I would love to make a video like this about Germany as well. Stay tuned for more :)

  • @jodiehebert8285
    @jodiehebert8285 17 днів тому +1

    Have you been to Toulon? There is a IL correspondent there. Numbeo notes the COL as similar to Besancon.

  • @yamloveswine
    @yamloveswine 18 днів тому

    Thank you, Kristin. I need to get my ducks aligned...🥰 I live in USA and plan to move to France [no idea when]. There is some kind of fear of moving.... I loved your video and thank you for all this useful information 👍🥰👍✨️

  • @LauraLouLou
    @LauraLouLou Місяць тому +2

    Edit: on second watch, there are maps! It was so much info, I guess I zoned, lol.
    Such a useful and helpful video! I do wish you would have flashed a map up of each city. Still, thank you so much!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  28 днів тому

      Glad you caught the maps on the second watch! 😄 Thanks for the feedback, and I'm thrilled you found the video helpful overall. Your support means a lot @LauraLouLou! 🗺️✨

  • @aquajosh
    @aquajosh 2 місяці тому +1

    Merci Krissy Biscuits!

  • @davidpaterson2309
    @davidpaterson2309 День тому

    The reason the Dordogne is popular with British retirees (according to someone I know who lives there) is that it “looks like a larger and less populated version of the Cotswolds (ie classic English countryside), but the houses are less than half the price, the food and weather are better and the wine is cheap - very possibly the middle class English definition of heaven!”

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 2 місяці тому +3

    Yes my family lives in strasbourg forever .

  • @scottman895
    @scottman895 2 місяці тому +1

    All of these communities look quite nice! I still have yet to visit France (I don't count layovers at the airport in Paris), but I would love to visit it someday!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      You should definitely visit France, Scott! One of my favorite countries!

  • @ricardocarlosrodriguezacos8493
    @ricardocarlosrodriguezacos8493 13 днів тому

    Very good video, where in Paris do you recommend to establish a base for active retirement wanting to travel to a lot other places, I like Paris because is in the center of Europe besides I like big cities.

  • @michaelcorner3861
    @michaelcorner3861 28 днів тому +3

    Montpelier is my favorite place in France! Thanks.

    • @Lostouille
      @Lostouille 24 дні тому

      Ma ville ✋🏻

    • @MJ-wrty
      @MJ-wrty 14 днів тому

      Did you go to the beach there? How far from the city was it? Was it nice?

    • @MJ-wrty
      @MJ-wrty 14 днів тому

      ​@@Lostouille c'est pres de la mer oui?

    • @Lostouille
      @Lostouille 14 днів тому

      @@MJ-wrty exact. Une 20aine de km de la côte Grande Motte /Palavas/ Carnon

    • @MJ-wrty
      @MJ-wrty 14 днів тому

      @@Lostouille Merci! Qu’est que tu pense de Biarritz et La Côte d’azur

  • @MJ-wrty
    @MJ-wrty 14 днів тому +2

    Nice video, but you are pronouncing Rennes incorrectly

  • @YogaBlissDance
    @YogaBlissDance 2 місяці тому +2

    PLEASE DO SIMILAR for ITALY.

  • @CarpeDiemTravelerMel
    @CarpeDiemTravelerMel 3 дні тому

    I’ve been considering retiring in or around Lille in the northeastern part of France. Curious to know your thoughts?

  • @HollyWake-Shinoff
    @HollyWake-Shinoff 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for such an informative video. I would appreciate a video on Paris and what areas you find that are safe, affordable, etc. I keep hearing that even Paris is cheaper to rent a place than in the big cities in the U.S.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for your feedback @HollyWake-Shinoff! I'm glad you found the video informative. I'll definitely consider making one. Stay tuned for more content! 😊🇫🇷

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 17 днів тому

      Now these days, the rents in New York and Los Angeles and San Francisco are making the prices in Paris smelling like roses...
      Just come back from Paris...

  • @francisleveque2939
    @francisleveque2939 10 днів тому +1

    J’ai pensé être mal réveillé lorsque j'ai vu une image sur la Dordogne accompagnée par l’ image du Pont d’arc ??

  • @tessajones9393
    @tessajones9393 2 місяці тому +3

    My favourite show is Chateau DIY. I love watching people from around the world, selling up, and buying a Chateau on the cheap and use for B&B or weddings. It's my dream. Property prices in Australia is a joke.

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому +1

      I’ll check that show out! Thanks for the tip

    • @marisapollock4703
      @marisapollock4703 Місяць тому +1

      Ironically, rentals, especially short term ones, are often a factor in rising housing costs.

  • @jordanl.b.360
    @jordanl.b.360 День тому

    Chuuuut Kristin, we need to censure the last part, the podium 🤫😂
    Brittany is to much used as a backup place for Parisians and some other cities. We keep it as a secret, you can stay in the secret but don't tell the others 😂
    This is a runnin' gag in Brittany as we get our houses bought by Parisians with higher salaries, even sometimes as their second home when they live only 1 month in.
    But, apart this joke, you are all welcome and we will give you a warm welcome and friendliness as usual in this region 😊
    (p.s: I can correct something, Rennes is a big student city, I'm living here. During the study periods (september to july), 20 to 30% of the population are students, and most of them can speak english :) And if foreigners need help in english, it is best to ask to younger people as the english is mostly used by new generations)

  • @pawlieblog7967
    @pawlieblog7967 18 днів тому

    Have you been to Limoges? Poitiers? What about Reims and Amiens, or Beziers and Carcassonne for alternate Mediterranean lifestyle?

  • @svetcovladich9996
    @svetcovladich9996 2 місяці тому

    Hi, Kristin. Very informative. It includes places for all tastes and budgets. Could you add some immigration/residence permit info for those who are non EU citizens looking to move to France? Thanks! Excellent job as usual!

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  28 днів тому

      Hi there! Thank you for your feedback and suggestion! Talked about that in my podcast here: www.badassdigitalnomads.com/living-like-a-local-in-france-italy-language-lifestyle-cost-of-living-and-more/ I'm glad you found the video informative overall! 😊🌍

  • @stockkiller9587
    @stockkiller9587 21 день тому +2

    Not sure why you mention Bordeaux is a small town as a cons it is actually quite a large town with lots of arts and culture. It is also very close to the sea with Arcachon one hour by train, Lacanau one hour by car.

  • @marsmerkabah5026
    @marsmerkabah5026 11 днів тому

    Nice and Montpellier

  • @sallypenhalli
    @sallypenhalli 24 дні тому +5

    Kristin your comments about being a digital nomad or working in France are ill informed and will give people false hope that they can easily work as a digital nomad in France which is not the case.
    Its really difficult to work online for a company that is not based in France.
    This is because if you are resident and working in France you have to pay social contributions to France. If your American or other foreign employer wants to do that on your behalf, they can but it will be administratively difficult and very expensive for them. So generally unless you are very valuable to them they will not do it.
    You can pay the social charges yourself via a portage company but again it is very expensive to do and prohibitive to all those who cannot afford to lose up to 40% of their salary.
    The only option to do online work in France is to set up your own company using a French business structure. Even then you cant expect to be able to work for your former employer on employee like terms, its just not allowed.
    In the Montpellier section of the video you say this.
    "If you have a visa to work it may be difficult to find a job in Montpellier"
    This comment shows you have no understanding of how work visas in France work.
    You have to have the job offer before you arrive in France to get a work visa, not the other way around.
    Without it (and a permit from your French employer to accompany the visa application) you won't get a work visa. Further a French employer won't get a permit to employ an American unless he can prove there is nobody in France and Europe that can do the job.
    Im not suggesting you provide all this detailed information in your videos but you should stop saying things that make it sound like its easy to be a digital nomad in France. You will just disappoint people who thought you knew what you were talking about, not to mention the disappointment they will feel at having their dreams dashed when they actually apply for a visa to reside in France.

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 17 днів тому

      I think this video is for retirees on fix income...
      True, young and aspiring technos will not adapt well in France..

  • @themysticphoenix6583
    @themysticphoenix6583 20 днів тому

    I'm planning to move to France in about 3 years, still deciding where. Despite the cost, Paris is top of my list followed by Lyon. Really don't want to be in a place full of American or British expats and prefer a cold climate.... so hard to decide. This video was helpful.

  • @aimeepaterson4423
    @aimeepaterson4423 Місяць тому +1

    Where I’ve Always Stayed; The CARLTON Intercontinental Hotel, Now Known As CARLTON REGENT, CANNES! Directly Opposite The Beach. I Used To Attend The CANNES FESTIVAL. It’s An Amazing Hotel With Fabulous Views! I’m Always Treated Very Well.

  • @Nubianette
    @Nubianette 2 місяці тому +2

    In France, I’ve spent more time in Paris and Dijon, since I know people in these cities, and my nephews were born in Dijon. It’s very nice, but I was in Marseille last June. One of my nephews is in graduate school there. I didn’t go to Nice, but I loved how it was very multicultural. All of the Mediterranean, and coastal cultures are represented. People were very nice, and when they heard my bad French, several people would check on me, to assist. The problem, the air pollution from the cruise ship. I’m not sure if I could deal with that daily, for the whole, hot summer.

    • @Nubianette
      @Nubianette 2 місяці тому

      @@skygblue6250I only know Marseille and the surrounding area had some issues last June. I don’t know how long it’s been going on. Luckily, there was a bit of rain and a wind shift during my stay. There had been an alert on my weather app before I got there.

  • @rock3times
    @rock3times 17 днів тому

    Paris is now very affordable if you get used to live in expensive cities like New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco.While America is affected by the current inflation, the "used to be" high prices of Paris now become very affordable.
    One city I like is Bourges, smacked right at the center of hexagonal France. It is a medium city with good infrastructure and costs of living.It is equidistant from the majors mentioned here which located at the periphery of the hexagon . It has the central bullet train station which can zip you to any place in shortest distances.
    The berry province is one of the cheapest to live in France.

  • @sgrant9814
    @sgrant9814 16 днів тому

    I lived in nice and in summer temps in the 85-93f range are not uncommon...dunno where you get 60-70s F.

  • @mrpeel3239
    @mrpeel3239 2 місяці тому

    Any idea what Beziers like?

  • @andreapatton1826
    @andreapatton1826 6 днів тому

    Do you have anything to say about Toulon specifically. I've been eyeballing it as a potential home. Great weather, the French Riviera, it sounds perfect and according to Numbeo it seems about the cheapest city in France. I can't help wondering though - is there a reason it's cheaper? Is it not such a great place to live in as it seems?

    • @mfcq4987
      @mfcq4987 5 днів тому

      Toulon doesn't have a good reputation in France. It is a city known for its military port (therefore not very friendly), and for a long time for having very corrupt elected officials and neighborhoods controlled by the underworld ("Chicago on the sea", in reference to Al Capone). In addition, it is the first city in France to have elected a far-right mayor and its deputy was assassinated there in the 80s.
      This must have changed since then, but it's difficult to change a bad reputation.

  • @richardcoughlin8931
    @richardcoughlin8931 17 днів тому

    If were looking to move to France for an extended period time I would pick the Dordogne. Beautiful countryside and picturesque villages plus easy access to Bordeaux. I visited there many years ago and hoped that I would be able to return someday. I’m also a fan of the Bruno Chief of Police series by Martin Walker.

  • @d.k5423
    @d.k5423 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice informative

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  2 місяці тому

      Thanks DK! Glad you liked it 😊

    • @d.k5423
      @d.k5423 2 місяці тому

      Thank you Kris. Miss you my cute friend.
      Kris now I continue my study with job. I am doing degree of advocate. Kris I droped msg on your whtsapp but I think you are too much busy in your daily routine.

  • @Vesperlyndy
    @Vesperlyndy 14 днів тому

    Good List, but Réunion deserves a spot =D

  • @kenrehill8775
    @kenrehill8775 18 днів тому +1

    You missed the aveyron, but as I live here, I’m not unhappy about that.

  • @mango4ttwo635
    @mango4ttwo635 Місяць тому

    Nice, humid. phew!

  • @kenrehill8775
    @kenrehill8775 17 днів тому +1

    A survey that came out at the end of last year, listed a dozen places in the top 20 that you haven’t mentioned.

  • @photographiezautrement
    @photographiezautrement 19 днів тому +1

    Besançon final sound is not like English « son », but is like « song » (without final « g »)

    • @Jay-Zloin
      @Jay-Zloin 7 днів тому

      She doesn't know the city... Just pretending 😅

  • @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534
    @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534 10 днів тому

    Nice is not cheap at all !!

  • @amymegginson-uz7jj
    @amymegginson-uz7jj Місяць тому

    Would you say Bescacon is a place where you need public transportation to reach smaller towns? Where is a good sight for monthly rentals for France?

    • @rock3times
      @rock3times 17 днів тому

      The cheapest but rural and run down boondocks is called Limousin region..there are 4 provinces with medium cities like Chateauroux, Limoges and Nimes...pick a province and stay away from cities, you will be fine..
      I don't mention quality of life though, since you ask the cheapest, of course, you get what you pay for...that truth is universal😊😊😊😊😊

  • @danielrichards9783
    @danielrichards9783 18 годин тому

    Kristin, I am interested in affordable retirement living in Paris. Mayne that's an oxymoron, but thought I would see what you can come up with. I love Paris but don't know the neighborhoods and haven't even visited in a more than a decade. But I like the pace of life and the sophistication, so why not ask? Thanks for your assistance. Dan

  • @tititoto-od1ut
    @tititoto-od1ut 11 днів тому +4

    From someone living in Rennes; I think the viewers of this channel should know the following before moving here:
    Most of the pictures that are supposed to show Rennes in this video are actually of Saint-Malo, Cancale, Dinard and Douarnenez (all in Brittany, but at least 50 km from Rennes), but also of Biarritz, Étretat, Montpellier, Nice, Auxerre and Lyon (all of which have nothing to do with Rennes and Brittany)... Not to mention a few shots of the Champs-Élysées and the Boulevard Saint-Michel in Paris! And what about this shot of La Martinique and this other shot of La Réunion?
    Do not move here if you expect tropical weather, Mediterranean cuisine or Parisian shopping!

  • @barbraarchibeque
    @barbraarchibeque 2 місяці тому +1

    Could you recommend an international moving company?

    • @TravelingwithKristin
      @TravelingwithKristin  Місяць тому +2

      You can check out my relocation site @barbraarchibeque www.orbisrelocation.com/

  • @superpieton
    @superpieton 10 днів тому

    Instead of Biarritz I would have recommended Bayonne. Cheaper life cost, and just beside Biarritz (and Anglet, the three cities form the "BAB" metropole) so, benefiting from the exact same weather and environment.

  • @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534
    @lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534 10 днів тому

    Brittany.... I do hope you like rain !!!!

  • @gmnitwit
    @gmnitwit 2 місяці тому +1

    is that near salford ?

  • @Nico_Benidorm360
    @Nico_Benidorm360 23 дні тому

    13:09!! 😮😮😮😮 i cannot believe where you placed italy & Switzerland and also Roussillon is defo NOT in Provence

  • @baronsilverbaron757
    @baronsilverbaron757 18 днів тому

    We retired to Antibes. The best place to live on the Cote d'Azur.

  • @n.c.7912
    @n.c.7912 День тому

    It would be nice to doublecheck Montpellier apartment rental price as a studio rent is around 550€.