Getting Started France
Every person who moves to France has a different experience. We’re all here for a different reason, arrive from different places, and have different strengths or weaknesses. To help you settle into the country, our volunteers have told their stories. They cover everything from practical to cultural tips! If you’d like to contribute to this blog, get in touch.
NEW ARRIVALS
Tips and tricks to help new arrivals find their feet in Paris, presented by the World Radio Paris team.
Do you know the number for the ambulance, how to book an appointment with the doctor? ARBL Murray presents your guide for what to do if you get sick in France, and how to navigate French medical care.
We explain the different types of transportation within and around Paris (What’s the difference between the SNCF and RATP?), breaking down which tickets to buy, and what the city’s various zones mean.
One can’t live on bread alone, and so this episode also looks at how to enjoy yourself in Paris on a budget, how to get around the city and how to minimise the cost of your health expenses.
In this episode you can explore the crucial phrases to navigate any French city; how to turn someone down, how to find English speakers, when to say bonsoir, and how to ask for directions or help.
We help you find locations for a variety of Asian supermarkets – from south to east – as well as Latin mercados, African staples, European and North American stores.
Learn about Le Classique, France’s premier rivalry, as well as the motives behind the Derby Olympique, and why Paris Saint-Germain Football club has no local competitors. Tune into Episode 9 of WRP Presents here for a deep dive into the Marseille vs. Paris rivalry with Robert Quinn.
ENGLISH MEDIA IN FRANCE
There are several other excellent news sources about France in English. Here are a few we recommend.
COMMUNITY & SOCIALISING
Paris is full of social events for non-French Speakers. From improv stand-up where the audience gets to know you with a laugh, to French film clubs offering screenings with English subtitles, or from practicing public speaking to knitting. You will find some of our favorites here.
