Podcasts about kidooland

UK Rights in France '21 WARP | Driving Licences| Travel Issues UK Rights in France '21 WARP | Driving Licences| Travel Issues with Ambassador Llewellyn from the British Embassy in Paris. Brexit and the Pandemic having been part of the political agenda in 2020 and 2021 for the British Embassy in Paris. The British Ambassador to France Ed Llewellyn joins me on the Riviera Firefly podcast today to discuss the key issues facing Brits here in France in Spring Summer 2021. On my agenda today are the WARP (Withdrawal Agreement Residency Permit) that British nationals are strongly advised to apply for before the 30th June 2021 so as not to lose their rights here in France . Issues around driving licence exchanges and travel issues between the UK and France during the pandemic. It is also the Queen's 95th birthday this year and we talk about how UK Nationals can get involved virtually. All the links to get in contact with the Embassy and keep updated as it happens on social media are in the show notes. Living in France : https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-france Also mentioned: 4 Associations helping with WARP WARP - RESIDENCE PERMITS (- deadline to apply 30th June DRIVING LICENCES TRAVEL ISSUES BETWEEN UK AND FRANCE CROSS BORDER WORKING UNIVERSITY STUDENTS STUDYING IN UK VOTING OVER 15 YEARS CELEBRATING THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY Virtual summer party which will be open to British nationals apply here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-nationals-queens-birthday-party-tickets-157062432965 For up to date information on UK Rights in France '21 WARP | Driving Licences| Travel Issues with Ambassador Llewellyn from the British Embassy in Paris. Contact the Ambassador and the British Embassy Website – www.gov.uk Facebook page - @ukinfrance Instagram - @ukinfrance Linked In  – Ambassade de Grande-Bretagne Twitter - @UKinFrance/@BritishinFrance/@EdLlewellynFCDO Other podcast episodes  you might enjoy are: The South of France Guide Personal Growth and Mindset with book circles Azur Wine tours in Provence SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #edllewellyn #brexit #WARP #embassy #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d'Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/

How to plan the perfect wedding on the Côte d'Azur Organise a wedding South of France. Many people dream of having a beautiful Provençal or Côte d'Azur event with a lavender field backdrop or views over the Mediterranean sea. That dream can become a reality with the right experts on hand to help you.  Today we chat with guests who have worked in event organisation planning weddings, organising huge events, setting up the lights and music, designing the look and feel and flower arrangements as well as the all important photographs and gifts. Thanks so much to our guests Danni Wing (Native Spaces) , Nick Boot (Wild Fire DJs) , Abbi Kemp , Lisa Boot (Une Pincée de Provence)  and Claire Lyons (Dandelions and Grace) for their input.   WE TALK WITH: Danielle Wing Native Spaces Hello, I'm Danni. I have been living on the French Riviera for the last ten years and have been working as a freelance event professional for the last eight. I have organised everything from weddings to corporate events to birthday parties, photoshoots and all in between. Recently I have started working with a fantastic start up based in Nice called Native Spaces. Native Spaces is a platform that connects clients with a whole of host of unique and extraordinary event spaces across the Riviera and beyond. Via the platform you can choose your venue, converse with the host directly, receive a quote and pay securely. Website Instagram - Native Spaces Instagram - Danielle Wing Nick Boot Wild Fire DJs I moved to the South of France with my wife and then baby boy 6 years ago as we wanted a new adventure as well as a lot more sunshine than we were getting in London! I set up Wildfire DJs (or UK DJs Abroad as it was then) at the same time. The aim was to provide a premium DJ, sound and lighting service to couples coming from abroad, predominantly the UK, to marry here in France. People pay an awful lot for their wedding, especially in this region, and I think it's a crime for the day to end with a party that doesn't absolutely blow the roof off. We ensure that the wedding day of each of our clients is remembered as the best party that they and their guests have attended. We provide the speakers and lighting plus organise all the music from the ceremony to the last song of the night. We make the process not only simple but fun and enjoyable too. Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Abbi Kemp - Visuals by Abbi My name is Abbi and I'm an English speaking lifestyle photographer based in the South of France. Photography has been my passion for 15 years and I've been lucky enough to capture weddings all over the world for 9 years now. My work aims to capture the real and genuine moments of a wedding day through honest yet beautiful photography. Website Instagram Facebook Claire Lyons - Dandelions & Grace I moved to the French Riviera over 18 years ago after finishing a degree in International Business and French! Floristry has always been a passion of mine from a young age and when the opportunity arose to train professionally I jumped at the chance. My floral business - Dandelions & Grace was founded and I create bespoke floral arrangements for weddings, events and yachts from the cote d'azure to Provence. My floristry style is both organic and romantic, growing up in the English countryside has no doubt influenced this! Website  Facebook Instagram Lisa Boot - Une Pincée de Provence Une Pincée de Provence creates beautiful gifts from the South of France. For weddings and events we offer a complete range of gift ideas for guests and VIPs; 1. Handmade rustic Provençal wedding favours and gift packs for that truly authentic Provençal experience. Our carefully selected Provençal specialities are each created by enthusiastic, committed artisans, using only the finest traditional method. Our handmade miniatures can be fully personalised with the couples name and wedding date. 2. We also create perfect welcome or thank you gifts from our selection of premium local brand partners. We are proud to partner with some of the finest brands from the South of France to create unique, special gifts for loved ones. We moved to the French Riviera primarily to live in the sunshine and get out of the London rat race. We were looking for a different pace of life which involved more time spent outdoors and not having to answer to bosses! I have always been a total francophile, I love the French language and especially the culture of long lunches in the sunshine...and of course the rosé wine which is the best in the world! Website Instagram  Facebook SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d'Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Côte d'azur tourist staycation guide Rediscovering the Cote D'azur with local restaurants, events, music and communities are all on this week's podcast with Nicole Ruskell New launches| restaurants| events | bucket list | Nicole Ruskell Côte d'azur tourist staycation guide. Bookmark and share this episode and rediscover  the Côte D'azur .  Ambassador #Côtedazurfrance Nicole Ruskell Editor in Chief to the Riviera Insider shares her do not miss bucket list to the South of France. We chat about all the top ideas for every kind of person here .. those that have been here a while or recently arrived, foodies, adrenalin junkies, glitz and glamour and get away from it all. Summer Cote d'Azur Living – we are ready to get out and about, to dine out, have fun, meet new friends,  enjoy new experiences. Discover all things local. 2021 is going to the THE year for us locals to really staycation and become tourists in our own backyards. This is why we wanted to give you a Côte d'azur tourist staycation guide. So who better than to tell us her top bucket list and  share some top calendar do not miss it's  for this  summer than the Editor in Chief of the luxury lifestyle magazine the Riviera Insider, International journalist , Ambassador for the Cote d'Azur and my friend  Nicole Ruskell. Nicole is originally from California but has lived all over Europe and I was lucky enough to meet her what now feels like years ago over some goats cheese and since then we try and meet up in between her busy deadlines. More often I get to live vicariously through her social media checking out what's hot and the latest finds. She has truly helped me look at life here through a new lens and I love her idea that we need to get out there and say Yes .. in fact in a recent journaling and reflection workshop I was invited to join we talked about the YES AN approach rather than the either or and definitely not the yes but. so let's get out there! Are you ready for that? YES .. then listen in.   SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d'Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Personal growth through books, managing the inner critic,  limiting beliefs and mindset  are all on the podcast this week with our guest Theresa Destrebecq. Personal growth through books, managing the inner critic,  limiting beliefs and mindset  are all on the podcast this week with our guest Theresa Destrebecq. We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH THERESA DESTREBECQ I like to ask my guests about their purpose, here's what our next guest said: Do you know how sometimes people read books to make a change or become better at something, like leadership, or meditation, or productivity? But then when you ask them 6 months later how things are going, and nothing has changed? Now if that resonates with you listen in. Theresa Destrebecq is a Coach, Educator, an advocator of self acceptance and more recently the founder of Emerge Book Circles. Now if you are into books be them real or audio, maybe you have, like me, many on the go, a pile of books but then can't remember once you've moved on ? Well I definitely can tick that box .. I used to be in a fun fiction in person group .. after many years I left and did actually try and start my own business book group but I don't think we got past 2, I was stretching myself too thin to set it up, so my interest was piques when I saw Theresa's post proposing an alternative way of doing it. I was craving a bit of deep dive and direction and connection and much as I love my own Business Coach, because they are based in the US time zones I am never at my best as its late at night .. so this group was ticking the boxes. Theresa and I had already met a couple of times in KidooLand , at a PWN conference where she was a speaker and so I decided to give the book circle a go. For a while now I've been joining her group for  great thought provoking conversation and activities .. which have also as a by product given me a  constant both personally and professionally through this pandemic. Kind of linked to self growth and personal improvement but also practical things that I can actually do with my own family. We chat about the need to create more permission for imperfection, limiting beliefs and mindset and of course around how her book circles work and why they are so powerful both professionally but also personally. So listen in to find out about the novel way of reading a book if you excuse the pun! Lets roll! CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Theresa Destrebecq Website Facebook  Instagram  #booklove #emergebookcircle SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d'Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Making a difference | Pilates | Travelling the world feat. Mel Burch We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH MEL BURCH  Up next we have Mel Burch .. from Live Breathe Pilates and Health Back in April our chat with friend Lucy Kelly one of our local nutritionists popped up on the podcast socials and Mel spotted it and having had a listen messaged  I am currently training to be a health coach so will be looking for nutrition therapists such as you to team up with when I get qualified (at the end of the year hopefully)! So she deepened a connection from Lucy’s podcast. She added that our chat about kefir water resonated and I am a huge fan too - with ginger and lemon like Susie! and the body brushing too! Thanks for putting this out, and I look forward to the next one  Having listened to that and also having discovered podcasts during the pandemic she then reached out and said she had a story to share. So I was delighted firstly that she had listened and taken the time to write in but also that she wanted to share her rather magnificent adventure and journey to Pilates with us all. We always try and get a good read of watch recommendation and Mel has a podcast and book for us (you’ll hear I wasn’t able to recall at all the documentary I just watched, lucky for me I get to add it here: Kiss The Ground, it’s a must watch if health nutrition organic ring any of your bells). The Firefly podcasts are all about you getting to know the people behind the local businesses; it’s all part of our support local series as we get ready to hopefully open up again. I would like you to join us in a pledge to commit to a 1 in 5 local pledge. So for every purchase or support you give to the large corporations you make 1 in 5 of them local. Now I know some wallets are stretched so if you can’t buy right now then get on their socials just like Mel did and give them a huge shout out and help get their word out there so that they can be in front of people who can help them financially through the next period. As Mel said you only have to adjust the compass a few degrees to make a big difference. Each and every one of you counts. Let’s roll. CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Mel Burch Website Facebook  Instagram  SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Dealing with anxiety | Meditation and Yoga | Mindfulness feat. Lucy Gray We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed.  Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH LUCY GRAY  Top Book: The Alchemist Top Netflix: Kiss the Ground  Top business tip: Network your socks off! Your core purpose: To help others achieve a healthy body and mind for them to lead the happiest life possible. My business: I provide private and group yoga sessions across the cote d'azur and online. My private yoga classes are adapted to suit the needs of each individual.  My approach is more scientific rather than spiritual. I am constantly studying to improve my knowledge. My group classes will vary, depending on how the class is “labelled’. In my power core class, expect a workout, and in my gentle yoga, you can expect to feel relaxed, fluid and rejuvenate! I believe a good variety of physical activity is key to optimal health. But most of all, conscious breathing is paramount! CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Lucy Gray Website Instagram Facebook #mediation #lucylouyoga #yoga SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Atomic eating habits | Breakfast plan | Food variety feat. Lucy Kelly Atomic Eating habits - how to make a few little changes to your nutrition and lifestyle that will transform your health. Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH LUCY KELLY  It’s early April here in the South of France and the sun is shining although rather remarkably it actually snowed here yesterday and lots of us potager vegetable patch gardeners were then all worried about our fledgling plants. We are back in a lockdown her in France and so we are bringing forward some of our later planned pods to chat nutrition and boost immunity as the timing seems right for us to be looking at the little wins we can all be putting into place right now. So in a previous episode we had Susie and she actually put me in touch with Lucy Kelly . Today we are going to chat about how studies in BioChemistry led to the markets in the Fontville in Cannes and helping us locally but also now globally with nutrition. My big takeway from this was to break things down into manageable smaller atomic habits. So for me a breakfast plan will be on the menu as I think that is something that we can organise easily and get the whole family involved in. Wherever you are listening to this, I hope that you will let us know what atomic eating habits you will be doing and do come and join the challenge we are setting up in the Cote d’Azur Living group to get a variety of 30 into your weekly diet, it sounds a lot so listen in to how you can make that happen. We also mentioned https://www.lizcookcharts.co.uk/ CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Lucy Kelly Websites: http://lucykellynutrition.co.uk/about/ https://crewpilates.org/nutrition/ Instagram - lucykellynutrition #atomiceatinghabits SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Chasing your dreams | Creating a vision | Life coaching feat. Kyle Newman Creating vision through life coaching. We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. That's why we decided to bump forward this episode and run it as a nutrition and health mini series to inspire, motivate and share as much as possible and get ourselves moving and grooving again! Please listen in to Kyle Newman with some great tips on how to get your life back on track. WE TALK WITH KYLE NEWMAN  SUMMARY Kyle went from fitness coaching to life coaching He has only been here for 4 months but loves it already During the pandemic, Kyle believes self-care is key Entrepreneurship is the biggest personal journey He is currently reading The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible by Charles Eisenstein Kyle loved This Is Us on Netflix CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Kyle Newman Websites: https://www.kyle-newman.com/ https://www.beyondlimitsgroup.com/ https://www.movebeyond.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KyleNewmanUntamed Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kylenewman_ignite/ Linkedin -  https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kylenewman Twitter - https://twitter.com/KyleNewmanBlaze #vision #chasingyourdream #movebeyond SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Entrepreneurship | Recruitment | Changes in business feat. Tim Biscaye We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. That's why we decided to bump forward this episode and run it as a nutrition and health mini series to inspire, motivate and share as much as possible and get ourselves moving and grooving again! Please listen in to Susie Thompson with some great tips on how to boost your meals and get that immunity topped up. Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH TIM BISCAYE  It’s great to meet up with friends even if it’s on zoom isn’t it! Up next is Tim Biscaye who we had the pleasure of first hearing from in our Esteron Valley 5 minute focus that we will link to in the show notes. I’ve been wanting for ages to get to know better the man behind Accendo Group as I know from little snippets what a fascination global and incredibly varied back story he has. I love the fact that Tim was a participant in my Vision Board workshop back in Jan 2020 and what a great soul he seems to have in so many of the social media interactions I see .. his heart is in the right place and as an Ambassador for the mark Cote d’Azur France he is truly a Francophile. The last year has been for him like so many of us hugely challenging so I really hope that our listeners enjoy this episode but more importantly share the love, support Tim support local and tag him in relevant business posts, recommend him on and share this episode, hope you enjoy! CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Tim Biscaye Website LinkedIn Twitter: @AccendoGroupe Email: tim@accendogroupe.com # client hashtags SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Positive Mental Attitude | Reboot | Midlife   feat. Heidi Fossali Positive Mental Attitude | Reboot | Midlife - do it now. We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. That's why we decided to bump forward this episode and run it as a nutrition and health mini series to inspire, motivate and share as much as possible and get ourselves moving and grooving again! WE TALK WITH HEIDI FOSSALI  It’s all very well to say Feel the fear and do it anyway, but what do you do if your head is in a dark space , you’ve given up, confidence has deserted you or that inner voice is giving you lots of negative talk... We have all been there and never more than in the last 12 months, where the Stress of news, inactivity, total lack of movement and the infringement on our liberty and the kgs creeping on as we binge on Netflix. Heidi Fossali is on the pod to chat about what positive steps we can be taking right now to get things back on track because suffering in silence is just not the right approach. On a side note I have seen that lots of therapy and psychological consultations are being “prise en charge” so paid for by the French national health service right now due to the huge impact that the pandemic is having, so if you need support, reach out the help is there. Now Heidi is going to be that audio injection of vitamins that we can all do with right now. Do listen in and go follow her in Instagram and take one action step today to living that life that you deserve and want. It might be putting on trainers for the first time in a long time, filling the fridge with healthy food, listening to some fun and funky music, or calling a friend. Let’s just all do one thing to lift our spirits right now. CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Heidi Fossali Website - Do go and get your free PDF booklet  10 Ways to Boost your Confidence in 10 minutes Facebook - heidi.fossali Instagram - Heidi Fossali #healthylife #rebootyourlife SERIES 6 – SUPPORT LOCAL Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Riviera Firefly is working hard with locals to help restart the economy and promote local businesses. Please do your part and get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Listen to some of our other episodes : We hope you enjoy our interviews with local business owners. Do please share and comment as this helps us in google. Here are a few more episodes you might enjoy. Book a wine tour with Azur Wine tours france Writing a book and enjoying Italy and Seborga with  James Vasey Bespoke furniture on the Riviera with Kogayon OUR RIVIERA FIREFLY FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life’s transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life .. SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #nutrition #bootcamp

Nutrition | Hormone Harmony | Menopause | Peri feat. Christine Kjeldbjerg  We get right into it in this podcast with important discussions around hormones, midlife, the menopause and this huge impactful phase in a woman’s life (and let’s be honest it impacts the whole family actually!) but it needs much more exposure and everyday discussion . WE TALK WITH CHRISTINE KJELDBJERG  When life gives you lemons make lemonade said Elbert Hubbard in 1915, I bet he would be thrilled to hear we are still doing that even in a pandemic! I kind of feel that is one of my mantras, I do try to find the silver linings in life which I know can come across as too positive  but for me I guess it's just my way of trying to rationalise events. I find them easier to deal with if I can find a reason even in the darkest of times.  And boy have we had some dark times in the last 12 months. So at the time of recording this in April 21, President Macron shut down the country again. Now I was supposed to be getting ready for 2 weeks of holiday camps across our 3 centres, the team were all lined up, programmes were in place, places booked and then boom, the news dropped. Of course financially there is a huge impact and we could possibly have gone online but after 12 months of pivoting and responding to ever changing protocols it was time to shut up shop and give the time time to rest and recuperate. And so my silver lining is a gloriously long , even if it's imposed holiday. I have books; fictional reads that have been on my list for a while like American Dirt , dog walks , yoga and pilates, some home projects and just some general check in and catch ups to do.  It was while I was reading a book called Making Work Human I had an idea to have a LoveFest a week of thanks and gratitude and as part of that I asked Christine Kjeldbjerg a previous guest from the Firefly from back in 2017, to come and chat with my team about all things nutrition – as I think we all need a boost after the last 12 months We had a great moment with her over zoom where she gave us some great insight and implementable nuggets on how to tweak our own nutrition. It was a real treat. The timing then seemed right for us check back in here on the firefly and hear what she has been doing since we last spoke. At that point she already held a BSC in nutritional Therapy and was running a busy health and fitness coaching business, instructing  Pilates and Xtend Barre.  She was a busy mum with teens in the same school my son went to. Shortly after that episode she  went on to complete  a BSC in Personalised Nutrition and then like me some of the teens have been flying the nest. For many that would be the moment to down shift but for Christine, who I feel is a lifelong learner and who is so passionate about nutrition, this "spare time" has been used to deep dive further into nutrition and in particular Hormone Harmony which is what we are going to talk about but also she is hugely involved in the community, a big supporter of Mimosa organising many events to raise essential funds for the cancer charities locally and also sharing her wisdom in the Riviera Insider magazine regularly. We get right into it in this podcast with important discussions around hormones, midlife, the menopause and this huge impactful phase in a woman's life (and let's be honest it impacts the whole family actually!) but it needs much more exposure and everyday discussion . Peri and menopause needs to be as easy to talk about as things like football are, which we didn't go into this time but we did last time and you can find out why that is important to Christine on episode 24 all the way back in 2017. Find the episode here: http://www.rivierafirefly.com/24-nutrition-pilates-xtend-barr-cleanse-reboot/ So no off side rule this time, hormone's and harmony, let's get straight into it, let's roll! Contact Christine Kjeldbjerg + 33 633 27 37 67 www.ck-health.com Instagram: christinekjeldbjerg Facebook: CK-Health  MSc Personalised Nutrition, BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy Registered Nutritional Therapist CNHC, MBANT,  IFM Member,  AFNMB member NLP Practitioner  Pilates specialist,  Xtend Barre & Hypervibe Instructor Mentioned on the podcast American Dirt - Jeanine Cummins Making Work Human - Eric Mosley Derek Irvine Fenelon http://institut-fenelon.org/ Mimosa Matters https://www.mimosamatters.org Flax Seed Oestrogen Drink Filtered water & Tea Kusmi  WEB 34 symptoms of menopause https://www.ukmeds.co.uk/blog/what-are-the-34-symptoms-of-menopause Read : Why We sleep Matthew Walker (See his video ) Read as a family : Me and my menopausal vagina Jane Lewis  BOOK Julia Edgely  Clean Your Beauty Routine Instagram formake your own beauty products Christine has been catching up on: -Homeland -Nightmanager -The Undoing -And some French news. Other useful links for supplements Choosing supplements : https://welldium.com/practitioner/dietary-supplements-how-to-choose-wisely/ And this one https://wholefoodsmagazine.com/blog/dietary-supplement-excipients-fillers-and-binders-whats-hot-and-whats-not/ Websites for supplements Biogena https://www.biogena.com Igennus https://igennus.com SERIES 6 – SUPPORT LOCAL Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Riviera Firefly is working hard with locals to help restart the economy and promote local businesses. Please do your part and get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Listen to some of our other episodes : We hope you enjoy our interviews with local business owners. Do please share and comment as this helps us in google. Here are a few more episodes you might enjoy. Vallauris and all things kids with Enfants d’Azur Fitness and Nutrition in person and online with Leigh Boden Writing a book and enjoying Italy and Seborga with  James Vasey OUR RIVIERA FIREFLY FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life’s transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..   SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #nutrition Check out this episode!

How to keep a balanced diet in lockdown | Food tips for lockdown feat. Susie Thomson We are still in the pandemic and in France we have just gone into another lockdown. For many 2020 was a hard year health and diet wise as gyms shut, restaurants closed and socialising was seriously curbed. That's why we decided to bump forward this episode and run it as a nutrition and health mini series to inspire, motivate and share as much as possible and get ourselves moving and grooving again! Please listen in to Susie Thompson with some great tips on how to boost your meals and get that immunity topped up. Series 6: Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance. Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH SUSIE THOMSON  She shares her childhood from the West of Scotland and what then brought her into the world of nutrition, into the yacht industry to the Var in the South of France. Life is full of sliding doors moments and it's fascinating to hear all the doors that Susie considered and took. Alcohol Lockdown brings challenges like a change in routine and we chat about alcohol and how to detox and get better balance to improve sleep, lose weight and generally feel better. Want to cut down? Check out Annie Grace and the Alcohol Experiment  Kefir Water - A slightly sparkling fermented drink with friendly bugs to your microbiome. The dirty dozen EWG 2021 Clean fifteen ORGANIC OR NOT and what to grow in your vegetable patch. Skin Brushing dry body brushing- make it an atomic habit . You do this before getting wet. Brushing brings nutrient rich freshly oxygenated blood to the skin’s surface, which gives it a better tone and elasticity. Dry brushing stimulates the lymphatic system. 1 - Start at the feet in the direction of your heart 2- Quick flicks are better rather than long strokes .. start at the  feet move up to the  knees (don’t forget behind them - where the lymph nodes are), knees to hips, over the bum, hands to shoulders. 3 - On the stomach do circular motions and back too 4 - Make the pressure strong enough to get the circulation going and stimulating without hurting. 5 - Try to find a natural brush with natural fibres.   SUMMARY Susie reads mainly nutritional and academic books so her Netflix recommendation is Modern Family and we also chatted about the reality show Below Deck. Seaspiracy Rotten Avocado  Mafia With regards to nutrition, some key points Susie mentioned were to think about cooking more meals, think about what you're eating and eat more varied foods! She also finds it very funny to watch her chickens  We also mentioned Atomic Habits PODCAST FINDING YOUR WAY Fenelon International School Grasse CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Susie Thomson Website Nutritional Rocks Facebook - Nutritional Therapy.rocks Instagram - Nutritional Therapy.rocks #healthy #stayhealthy SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Dealing with Brexit | How to stay in France after Brexit feat. Tracy Leonetti Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH TRACY LEONETTI  Tracy's main recommendation was to NOT fight the process and just go with system, and start with the end in mind! She is watching 24, an older but classic series and has started Bridgerton While this is a hard time to start a business, Tracy recommends you write down your WHY list to be rock solid on why to start a business. Tracy is currently reading One Thing Only and The Magic among many others!   CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Tracy Leonetti Website Facebook Linkedin YouTube Twitter #Brexit #Cotedazur SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

Bespoke furniture in the Côte D'Azur | Changing our homes for the better | Kogayon feat. B Who hasn't spent a lot of time recently  looking at our own 4 walls  and doing some DIY.. one of the main things we have been doing in 2020/1 is home remodelling. Today we bring you local entrepreneurs B and Kristina who have a whole new take on interior design. In a time where one size no longer fits all, we  want and need to be surrounded by lovely things, lovely thoughts and lovely people. Listen in to B from Kogayon as she share their exciting first steps into the furniture world. Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH B FROM KOGAYON  Kogayon does bespoke furniture and tailored upholstery Our guest this week particularly loves  art history and  being outdoors in the Riviera. B's top Netflix tip-  just finished Stranger Things and found it very unique! B believes that patience is key in business, try to be persistent and diversify! B's book recommendation is reading Of Mice and Men to her children - they love it.   CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Kogayon and B! Website Email #design #furniture #bespoke #Kogayon SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

La Box Artisanale | Setting up a new business | New mum feat. Yasmine Demayo Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH YASMINE DEMAYO  Her goal for this year is to come up with more creative boxes and platters for people to enjoy. Yasmine loves the large English speaking community in the riviera and being out in the nature here. She recently binged This is Us and loved it! Yasmine recommends using social media now more than ever! Yasmine is currently reading the Blissful Birth Expert all about motherhood and birth.   CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Yasmine Demayo Website Facebook  Instagram Client hashtags: #Laboxartisanale #Graxebox #Alpesmaritimes SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

Learning to shine | Accepting and overcoming fears and limits feat. Sarah Smith I loved chatting with The Miss Fit Mentor and hearing all about how she got to where she is and into  the Fitness industry. No matter what business you are in Sarah has some great insights to share .   WE TALK WITH SARAH SMITH  Going from a broke fitpro to a 6 figure CEO Dealing with new challenges Her favorite spot in the côte d'azur Sarah recently watched Dark and highly recommends it, even though it can be a bit scary! How to deal with imposter syndrome - overcoming fears Sarah currently reads a lot by Brené Brown   CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Sarah Smith! Website Facebook  Instagram  Podcast Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal  #fitness #onlinecoaching #CotedAzurFrance  #misfit #misfitmentor #fitpro #onlinecoaching #frenchriviera  #fitness #mindet Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

Adapting a business during the pandemic Azur wine tours with Peter Wear Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal #cotedazurfrance Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH PETER WEAR How he worked his way into Tourism and the sliding doors moment What brought Peter to the french Riviera Azur Wines and how they are working through the pandemic Home tours wine tasting in your villa. Online experiences & virtual tours -  how to do wine tours from home Peter highly recommended Ken Follett, and is currently reading Column of Fire.     CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Peter Wear! Website Facebook Instagram Linked In #CotedAzurFrance  #vidivino #azurwinetours #azurwines #tourism #frenchriviera  #winetours #vineyard SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  and Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  Business Support Club Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

In this week's episode, we catch up with Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown who is a Leadership Lab member I featured on the podcast way back on Episode 27. Antonia runs KidooLand, an English learning center for children that has three locations in France. A lot has definitely changed since we last talked on the show.  With the onset of the pandemic and France heading into another lockdown, she shares how she has been sustaining her leadership stamina and strength to guide her team. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching with Shelli Warren Connect With Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown: LinkedIn KidooLand Website KidooLand Online KidooLand Facebook French Riviera Firefly Podcast Connect with Shelli:  Instagram Linkedin  Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter  Books, Tools or Events Mentioned: They Ask You Answer by Marcus Sheridan Stacking Your Team Episodes Mentioned: Episode 27: Building a Team That Can Grow with You with Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown Episode 120: Workplaces Where Everyone Belongs with Dr. Traci Baxley Work with Us: Programs Overview VIP Day One:One Coaching Leadership Lab Six Figures Lab This podcast was first published on BizChix.com/syt-138. Listen to our sister podcast, BizChix, on your app, or at BizChix.com.

Raising children with success. You ask we answer with  5 minutes of specialist tips with our special guest Rebecca Leacock. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . In this series we chat with specialist educator Rebecca Leacock as she shares pearls of wisdom around challenges that parents meet everyday when raising their children from communicating to biting, anorexia to setting boundaries, toddler tantrums and bullying. In this 5 minute episode what to do if there is a red flag that might indicate autism, spectrum etc. but it also may indicate other issues. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of tips and ideas to help parents with their day to day roles in positive parenting.  CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Rebecca Leacock Contact details are: Ph: 07 89 93 87 60 Web: https://www.growingtogether-therapy.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/therapyineurope/ SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Raising children with success - language delays Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . In this series we chat with specialist educator Rebecca Leacock as she shares pearls of wisdom around challenges that parents meet everyday when raising their children from communicating to biting, anorexia to setting boundaries, toddler tantrums and bullying. In this 5 minute episode what to do when my child appears to have language delay, isn't communicating as well as other children - when should I be concerned? . So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of tips and ideas to help parents with their day to day roles in positive parenting.  CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Rebecca Leacock Contact details are: Ph: 07 89 93 87 60 Web: https://www.growingtogether-therapy.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/therapyineurope/ SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Raising children with success. You ask we answer   5 minutes of specialist tips with  our guest Special Educator Rebecca Leacock. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . In this series we chat with specialist educator Rebecca Leacock as she shares pearls of wisdom around challenges that parents meet everyday when raising their children from communicating to biting, anorexia to setting boundaries, toddler tantrums and bullying. In this backstory episode we interview Rebecca an Australian Specialist Educator with two adult daughters. She moved to Antibes with my husband 2 years ago because they have always loved the beauty, the history, the culture and the food of this region. "I have had 30 years experience working in clinical settings with families of young children with delays. Once we moved to France I could see there was a need for family support in English for expats who were often quite mobile and needed therapists who they could access My philosophy is to work with the whole family unit and to discover how the family lives at home, what are their strengths and interests and then how the child's issues impact on this family. For some families it is very important to be able to go out to a cafe with their child, others really want to focus on toilet training or sleeping through the night, or they might want to hear their child say 'Mummy'.  Identifying the important goals for the family is the key to being useful to them. Any therapist can identify pencil grip, omitting hard consonants or coordination as an issue, but if it is not important to the family then it will not improve how that family lives together. Children learn best in environments where they are most comfortable and I strongly believe that the strategies need to be embedded into each child's daily life. Therefore, we focus on supporting the parents to adapt their usual home activities so they will support their child’s learning goals – which is often easier than it sounds." Enjoy our guest chat and then follow us for the next 6 weeks where we address a series of questions parents face. Childhood behavior problems Recovery From Trauma or Scary Events, PTSD Attention Problems or ADHD Anxiety / Worry Adoption Adjustment Parent/Infant Attachment Depression Inappropriate Boundaries and Problematic Sexual Behavior Parenting Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior/ OCD The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of tips and ideas to help parents with their day to day roles in positive parenting.  CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Rebecca Leacock Contact details are: Ph: 07 89 93 87 60 Web: https://www.growingtogether-therapy.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/therapyineurope/ SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Raising children with success. You ask we answer with  5 minutes of specialist tips with our special guest Rebecca Leacock. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . In this series we chat with specialist educator Rebecca Leacock as she shares pearls of wisdom around challenges that parents meet everday when raising their children from communicating to biting, anorexia to setting boundaries, toddler tantrums and bullying. In this 5 minute episode what to do when my child bites. The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of tips and ideas to help parents with their day to day roles in positive parenting.  CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Rebecca Leacock Contact details are: Ph: 07 89 93 87 60 Web: https://www.growingtogether-therapy.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/therapyineurope/ SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Recycle and upcycle your pool inflatables into bespoke, unique bags, pouches  and pencil cases Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . WE TALK WITH RAINBOW REVIVAL ABOUT  Where people can drop off their inflatables - Brittains and Aquareve What people can have made  Custom orders where people can choose what they'd like created from their old inflatables TIP: If you're going to buy inflatables this year buy less and buy colours and designs that you want turned into gifts and items for your family CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Heather Patrone Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therainbowrevival Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/therainbowrevival Twitter - https://twitter.com/rainbowrevivalx Antonia also mentioned bizchix.com 5 seasons of connection Leanne Kabat SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. Leigh Bodin the Busy Mom's Coach shares some of her budget friendly and family ready activities to do around Mougins. Favourite walks along canals, to the chapel, to L'Etang de Fontmerle, local parks and more. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word.   LINKS MENTIONED Etang de fontmerle For Lotus Flowers http://www.mougins-tourisme.fr/fr/content/letang-fontmerle The Chapel http://www.mougins-tourisme.fr/fr/content/chapelle-notre-dame-de-vie Museums http://www.mougins-tourisme.fr/fr/decouverte/musees Parks mentioned: Parc des Bouillides , La Valmasque, Mouans Sartoux, MACM Review https://www.rivierafirefly.com/23-harmonise-body-mind-and-spirit/ CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Leigh Bodin The Busy Moms Coach https://www.thebusymomscoach.com/ Face book https://www.facebook.com/thebusymomscoach/   SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. Golfe Juan is a bustly port side town where Diamond Diving is located. Alex shares his top tips for enjoying this seaside town and also tells us a little about what we can expect if we get our into the big blue on a dive. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word. LINKS MENTIONED Alex chats about what is going on in Golfe Juan  (Near Vallauris) Cap d'Antibes, Cannes. He shares Tips Riviera Lines . Bistro du Port Golfe Juan (great fish) , Port Camille Rayon, Theatre de la Mer for live music events. Office de Tourisme Golfe Juan CONTACT OUR GUEST Alex Diamond https://www.diamonddiving.net info@diamonddiving.net | +33(0) 615 305 223 Training beginners to instructors, fun dives, pro shop.   SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #golfejuan #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Mandelieu La Napoule 5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. La Napoule Blue Beach a bustly little seaside town with an atypical castle to visit, a quaint port, quirky beach bar and beachfront walk - what's not to love. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word. LINKS MENTIONED https://www.mandelieu.com/ CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Danni Wing danni@danniwingvents.com 0642947981 Insta: danniwingevents SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

BAR SUR LOUP 5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. Today we drop into Bar Sur Loup   So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word.   LINKS MENTIONED Maison  Thibeaut  https://www.thibeaut.fr/ Amiral de Grasse Hike : Chemin du Paradis to Gourdon Restaurants: Donjon , Hotel des Jasmines, l'Ecole des Filles SEL https://www.seldubarsurloup.fr CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Robert Levitt from Via Nissa for his time. https://www.vianissa.com Full Interview with Robert http://www.rivierafirefly.com/49-discovering-nice-italy-and-the-south-of-france/ SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #vianissa #barsurloup #cheminduparadis OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

VALBONNE - 5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . Valbonne is a real treat of a village. A working village with a great variety of restaurants, original boutiques and the Friday farmers market  on Friday it should be on everyone's visit list this summer The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word. LINKS MENTIONED Full interview with Faye http://www.rivierafirefly.com/episode-9-yoga-and-films-with-faye-villalba/ Finding your Way with Antonia and Faye podcast http://www.rivierafirefly.com/episode-9-yoga-and-films-with-faye-villalba/ Kashmir, The Little Green Café, Brittains English supermarket, Shanti Osteopathy, Massage and Beauty treatments CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Faye Villalba https://www.facebook.com/YogaFayeVillalba/ www.fayevillalba.com SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #valbonne #farmersmarket   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Esteron Valley 5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. Today we head North from Nice to the Esteron Valley to a little group of villages Revest les Roches with Tim Biscaye. For an authentic local and natural day in on the French Riviera. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word. LINKS MENTIONED Esteron Valley ,  http://mairie-revestlesroches.fr/ CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Tim Biscaye Linked IN https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbiscaye/ accendo-group.com | jobopportunit.com SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #revestlesroches #lerestoleregain #timbiscaye #opportunit #accendo OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guest Janeen Sonsie Get our French Economy boosted #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . Vence is a historic medieval walled village famous for its spring water, which can be collected from numerous fountains in the town. With a castle, are museum, cathedral, and famous art work by Matisse and Chagall – it’s not to be missed. The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word. LINKS MENTIONED Vence Tourism: http://www.vence-tourisme.com/en Expat Women in France on Facebook Mojo Circle mojocircle.com  CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Janeen Sonsie LINK SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..  

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . Amanda has a full interview here St Paul de Vence one of our regions oldest medieval perched villages is a site to behold. Winding pedestrianized lanes, cute little boutiques, a multitude of galleries and a famous square to soak in the vibe and play petanque. This village is also very rich in history and art. Do not miss it. The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word.  Photo from the St Paul de Vence Tourism website. LINKS MENTIONED https://www.saint-pauldevence.com CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Amanda Renar https://www.binspiredpilates.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BInspiredpilates/ https://www.instagram.com/binspiredpilates/   SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #international #summer #vip #kidooland #cotedazurfrance #summercamp #stpauldevence   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts to discovering the French Riviera with guests.  VALLAURIS  home to 100 potters is home to ceramics, glass and the Bigaradiers bitter orange tree... and  Napoleon.  Picasso was one our famous residents. We also Learn some fast history facts and how best to visit the Picasso museum. Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast sponsored by KidooLand your childcare solution for safe summer fun, Playgroup Kindergarten and Forest school . The Firefly is joining up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word.   LINKS MENTIONED Vallauris Tourism Office http://www.vallauris-golfe-juan.fr CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Holly Grattan Enfants d'Azur https://enfantsdazur.com/ Our vision for Enfants D’Azur is to be the go-to source for family days out and useful information for local families on the Cote D’Azur & visitors to the region in English & French. We want to shape Enfants D’Azur to offer the information that you are seeking and make it as comprehensive, accurate, and relevant to the families living here and those visiting this beautiful region as we can. We also have a new Facebook group Called Cote D’Azur Mums and dads SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur #socialbubble #children #englishlearning #private #stagesvacances #learning #international #summer #VIP #kidooland#cotedazur #summercamp OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

5minutes of Fun Firefly Facts for the French Riviera with guests. #staylocal #buylocal #supportlocal Welcome to the latest series on the Riviera Firefly podcast where we join up with the locals to share some of the best of the Riviera …  so that our friends and tourists can enjoy all that the French riviera has to offer but also for those that already live here .. Staycations will be on the menu this summer so let’s spread the word ..  help people find the best info to stay local , buy local and support local. So please enjoy these bite size five minutes of fun facts and let’s boost our local communities .. a review , like or share will go a long way to spreading the word.   LINKS MENTIONED See: Grasse Tourist Office http://www.grasse.fr/ http://paysdegrassetourisme.fr/ Molinard: 60 Boulevard Victor Hugo. www.molinard.com Fragonard: 30 Boulevard Fragonard. www.fragonard.com See also www.grasse.fr/perfumeries and www.museesdegrasse.com CONTACT OUR GUEST Thanks to Catherine Aygen https://www.aygentraining.com Fun, creative & innovative workshops, personalised coaching, small-group training: the most efficient way to boost your international business communication skills SPONSORED BY KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe and in 2019 opened KidooVillage. 2020 saw the launch of the Academy as part of KidooLand online. Find us : Vallauris, Villeneuve Loubet Village and pop ups in Valbonne with www.kidooland.com  Online classes and courses www.kidooland.online #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #villeneuveloubet #vallauris #cotedazur OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Finding your way is a podcast for those going through some of life's transitions and challenges as one reaches mid life ..

Do you want to move to France ? Are you thinking of settling on the Côte d'Azur ? Would you like to integrate and speak better French ? Pauline Mourrat joins Antonia on the Riviera Firefly to chat about her business  New Life in France talks about learning French and how it is is key to settling into local life, being part of the community. Based in the Golden Tulip in Sophia Antipolis she is centrally based to help those on the Côte d'Azur . Tips for integrating France Info LINK RFI  LINK Meeting new people and friends eg a choir Places to visit and see .. Anthéa theatre, Books  Anna Gavalda,  Marc Levy , Virginie Despentes, Musso, Fred Vargas CONNECT WITH PAULINE Link to the website www.newlifeinfrance.fr Link to our FB page @newlifeinfrancelanguageschool FIREFLY EPISODES MENTIONED Gavin Sharpe Counselling WORK WITH US AT KIDOOLAND Mum/ Dad baby clubs Our weekly programmes for French children Exam preparation courses Holiday Camps Stages Vacances #anglaispourenfants #cotedazurliving #france #newlifeinfrance #cotedazurfrance #kidooland #lemonandgingermoment #time4tea  #france   

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY It’s International Women’s day and the theme this year is Balance for Better. What does that mean to us .. well it’s about raising awareness .. challenging bias and influencing behavior but it’s also about launching initiatives lobbying and fundraising. Here on the Riviera Firefly we serve the community by raising awareness. We tell you about all the fab entrepreneurs, businesses and initiatives . We share great spots to hang out and things to look forward to this time in this very a special edition the firefly asked for a couple of local entrepreneurs to contribute to an International Woman's day special. Sharing their own mission and vision for bringing balance for a better life Today we chat with our host Antonia from KidooLand, Catherine from Aygen Training and Cassie the Builder's Daughter who all share how they will be working on balance for better in 2019. You can contact them : Catherine Aygen from Aygen Training +33 (0)6 61 50 76 07 www.aygentraining.com Cassie West-Guillemain +33 6 86 59 46 52 cassie@buildersdaughter.com Website: https://buildersdaughter.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheBuildersDaughter.06 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_builders_daughter/ Antonia at KidooLand and the Riviera Firefly In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur  https://www.kidooland.com/ OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Home and Garden Alpes Maritimes https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Silver Surfers & Retirees https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/ OUR SPONSOR IS KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. KidooLand was established in 2007 and opened new holiday locations in Valbonne in 2014.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annex great for birthday parties and events. KidooLand is the place to come when you have just Landed in the Alpes Maritimes. A club, a centre, a place to hang out and get all the essential information to living the dream in the South of France.   Day to day we run weekly activities and  classes and in the holidays fun  camps for children. We even have pop up workshops and activities for adults. You don't need to have kids to enjoy what we offer. Mum/Dad  and Baby/Toddler groups, Playgroup, Kindergarten, English lessons, Adult sessions Yoga, Pilates and English and French conversation classes. Pop up workshops include stunning floral displays, colour and image consulting, painting classes, cooking, baby massage and more! We also know lots about the local schools, the international sections and bilingual programmes. You can book a consultation with our director to find out more about the options available for you and your child. Tel 00 33 +(0)4 93 64 53 54 www.kidooland.com #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #biot #valbonne #mougins #cannes #cotedazurliving #france #coursenfants #anglaisludique #englishisfun #lemonandgingermoments #fitfor50 anglais, stagevacances, sophiaantipolis, positiveeducation, southoffrance , bilingual , biot , valbonne , mougins , cannes , cotedazurliving , france , coursenfants , anglaisludique , englishisfun , lemonandgingermoments , fitfor50, kick ass mid-life, tonalworkshop, colourmebeautiful, summer, winter, spring, autumn www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

Are you ready to look at your life and give it an upgrade? Is your image dated and tired could you do with an injection of freshness a look, a style and colours that suit you ? Have you thought about setting up your own business or do you run one already but wish it had more traction and direction. Listen to how Aileen Lane of Lane Image Consulting took a leap of faith and started her own business, how she learnt all the business skills through trial and error setting up her business and how she can help you here today, right now! Aileen is an Image Consultant and runs tonal workshops from her studio in Mougins helping  other women be more confident She grew up in Limerick before moving to Dublin. She’s traveled around Bahrain, Singapore before arriving in the South of France. THE BUSINESS - LANE IMAGE CONSULTING We talk about  the early days and career. Her early background is very different to : Bio technology and a masters in food engineering Why she set up her business what is Lane Image Consulting. Who is her typical client and Avatar Imagine you are with  your ideal client, what would you say to them right now? The challenges of setting up a business include Mindset and how it can hold you back, business mentors, mastermind. You don't need to do this on your own. The power of remaining open minded, letting go of limitations and how you can see the opportunity   COLOUR AND STYLE ANALYSIS  Knowing the colours and how to put them together taking in the personality and message you want to get out to the world. Fashion and style in your 40s and 50s The middle market of fashion - it’s lackingCooler skin tones, warmer tones, light colouring, tints tones shades,  A typical session in the Mougins studio .. the personality test, the draping process, Having your colours done saves you money in the long run - it’s the cost of a winter coat. The wardrobe challenge - 5 day weed out challenge. MOVING ABROAD TO FRANCE - SETTLING IN Making friends, how to integrate, speaking French She recommends Juan Les Pins , Theole Sur Mer. She wants to go to Italy Ventimilia, San Remo, Andrea Botticelli , Corsica, Spain Culture Club Riviera how pop up workshops can be fun, help you meet new people and learn something. Coming up at KidooLand Flower arranging workshop with Dandelions and Grace and a Tonal workshop with Aileen from Lane Image Consulting. WE ALSO MENTION The Sedona Method - how the stories in your mind limit you. Her favourite author: Eckhart Tolle - Stillness Speaks & A new earth Favourite Quote: Feel the fear and do it anyway. R.E.S.E.T your Mindset Natalie Eckdahl BizChix.com The Little Green Café in Valbonne - Buddha bowls.. run by Claire Les ateliers du Loup - recycling, marché nocturne, making our own nutmilk lesrendezvousduloup.com Tiffany Butler from TBA Events Cloud 9 Club netwroking group and PWN network CONTACTING OUR GUEST Email: aileen@laneimageconsulting.com Website: www.laneimageconsulting.com Facebook: Lane Image Consulting Facebook 4 Day Style Challenge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4daysignaturestylechallenge/ Instagram: aileenlane_laneimageconsulting LinkedIn: Aileen Lane OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Home and Garden Alpes Maritimes https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Silver Surfers & Retirees https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/ OUR SPONSOR IS KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. KidooLand was established in 2007 and opened new holiday locations in Valbonne in 2014.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe great for birthday parties and events. KidooLand is the place to come when you have just Landed in the Alpes Maritimes. A club, a centre, a place to hang out and get all the essential information to living the dream in the South of France. Day to day we run weekly activities and  classes and in the holidays fun  camps for children. We even have pop up workshops and activities for adults. You don't need to have kids to enjoy what we offer. Mum/Dad  and Baby/Toddler groups, Playgroup, Kindergarten, English lessons, Adult sessions Yoga, Pilates and English and French conversation classes. Pop up workshops include stunning floral displays, colour and image consulting, painting classes, cooking, baby massage and more! We also know lots about the local schools, the international sections and bilingual programmes. You can book a consultation with our director to find out more about the options available for you and your child. Tel 00 33 +(0)4 93 64 53 54 www.kidooland.com #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #biot #valbonne #mougins #cannes #cotedazurliving #france #coursenfants #anglaisludique #englishisfun #lemonandgingermoments #fitfor50 In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

Have you dreamed of writing a book ? Put off by how expensive publishing and printing a book can be ? The Firefly talks to local author James Vasey based in the Italian town Seborga just past Monte Carlo. We chat about his love for Italy and in particular Serboga and it's Templar Knights, how his passion for Italy, travel, food wine and cooking have come together to create his first fictional novel Cooking up a Country. Publishing a book has finally become within reach for all you budding novelists. Listen in to how to make your dream come true. This Episode James Vasey is a former regional magazine editor, entrepreneur and university lecturer, James is now an author who divides his time between homes in Northumberland and Liguria, Italy.  He was born in County Durham and obtained an MBA at Teesside University.  His inspiration for moving to Europe was Annie Hayes Extra Virgin We chat about Seborga and its history of the Templer Knights How it is A De facto micro nation with a Prince and a Princess , traditions and rituals just 1 hour from Monte Carlo’s Monaco.   About the book Cooking up a Country is a romance for everyone who owns an intalian cookbook. Synopsis: Two damaged people from very different backgrounds are drawn together by a shared passion for food and wine. Ben is a feckless but fundamentally decent English academic on the run from his own mistakes. Alessandra is a talented but bitter Italian chef escaping her ex-partner’s stupidity. It is definitely not love at first sight. Their two worlds collide in the ancient Principality of Seborga, whose claimed independence from Italy dates back to the Knights Templar. Perched high above the azure sea of the Italian Riviera it is a community in sight of, but also in stark contrast to, its wealthier neighbour, Monaco. The forces of globalisation threaten Alessandra's family Osteria and the community's artisan food producers. If he is to win the woman and earn the respect of his new neighbours Ben needs a plan to help them survive.    Writing the book  The process How to write a book by Harry Bingham (and video tutorials)  Publishing a book using Kindle direct publishing The Cover Linda McClusky Tips for setting about writing a book   BUY THE BOOK Genre: Contemporary romantic fiction ISBN-13:978-1722952907 Amazon link: Paperback £9.99 Kindle £0.99   ALSO MENTIONED Table Talk AA Gill https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seborga CONTACTING OUR GUEST Author: James Vasey jamesvaseyauthor@gmail.com   Facebook link: www.facebook.com/jamesvaseyauthor Contacts: jamesvaseyauthor@gmail.com mobile +447711 707611 OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Home and Garden Alpes Maritimes https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Silver Surfers & Retirees https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/ OUR SPONSOR IS KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. KidooLand was established in 2007 and opened new holiday locations in Valbonne in 2014.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe great for birthday parties and events. KidooLand is the place to come when you have just Landed in the Alpes Maritimes. A club, a centre, a place to hang out and get all the essential information to living the dream in the South of France.   Day to day we run weekly activities and  classes and in the holidays fun  camps for children. We even have pop up workshops and activities for adults. You don't need to have kids to enjoy what we offer. Mum/Dad  and Baby/Toddler groups, Playgroup, Kindergarten, English lessons, Adult sessions Yoga, Pilates and English and French conversation classes. Pop up workshops include stunning floral displays, colour and image consulting, painting classes, cooking, baby massage and more! We also know lots about the local schools, the international sections and bilingual programmes. You can book a consultation with our director to find out more about the options available for you and your child. Tel 00 33 +(0)4 93 64 53 54 www.kidooland.com #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #biot #valbonne #mougins #cannes #cotedazurliving #france #coursenfants #anglaisludique #englishisfun #lemonandgingermoments #fitfor50 In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

I love it when I meet someone who really makes the living in France dream work. Nick and his wife Lisa epitomise the home in the sun and moving abroad dream. After a holiday in the south of France they saw a sign as they were leaving that said "Why Not make Provence your home" – this served and inspiration for them to do just that. Learn how after setting up home initially in the Var Nick created a niche business and overcame all the paperwork challenges thrown at him . Nick is a savvy businessmen and shares why they came to France and how Nick came to DJing. He talks about how he grew and scaled his business and the importance of niching down and protecting your brand..  Favourite places to gig at a wedding include Chateau de Robernier in Provence in the Var a fairytale castle. Domaine de Blanche Fleur Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild Hotel Cap Ferrat – stunning location Lighting is important for the ambiance of events and so much better than a ghetto blaster Places we chat about include the Var in Cotignac “ A year in Provence”  style introduction and then Brignolles. Why Mougins is a great location to live – it is near to the sea, the mountains We cover how to make living in France work, how to meet new people and learn French. TOP READS Nick recommends a read “Irresistible”: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked  and Homodeus HIS QUOTE “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.”  – Henry Ford CONTACTING OUR GUEST Contact Nick : +33 (0) 6 80 75 77 32 UKDJSABROAD https://www.instagram.com/ukdjsabroad/ https://www.facebook.com/ukdjsabroad www.unepinceedeprovence.com #wedding #southoffrance #hotelcapferrat  #ukdjsabroad #ephrussi #ukdjsabroad #unepinceedeprovence #50thbirthday #photobooth #soundandlighting #southoffrance #villarental #airbandb   OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS ·      Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Home and Garden Alpes Maritimes https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Silver Surfers & Retirees https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/ OUR SPONSOR IS KIDOOLAND. In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

Amanda joins the Riviera Firefly Podcast here in the South of France to talk to us about her business journey. She initially started her career in dance even treading the boards with Cilla Black in a performance of Aladdin. After traveling the world on cruise ships she decided a change was needed. St Paul de Vence is a stunning perched village in the South of France and was once home to some of the world renown artists like Picasso Matisse and more. It is worth a visit because around every corner is some great art – but it can get a little busy. Amanda decided to follow her passion and retrain as a Pilates instructor. She did all her training in French which was no mean feat. Setting up a business these days can be a challenge especially if you are not a marketing whizz. Getting your message out there and having the right clients respond is tough! KidooLand has been hosting Amanda since September 2018 on Friday mornings where she teaches Pilates and Total Barre. Amanda likes the beach walks and is a real ocean girl with a passion for sailing. She can also be found up on the local ski slopes – we have many nearby Auron Isola 200 Greolieres and some more in Italy. The French Riviera has so much to offer. Great community, lots to see and do a very multicultural place to be. Amanda has been feeling the fear and doing it anyway with this podcast and videos. She is really pushing herself to achieve. Help her by sharing her episode! CONTACT AMANDA Website https://www.binspiredpilates.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BInspiredpilates/ Insta : https://www.instagram.com/binspiredpilates/ #stpauldevence #capdantibes #capferrat #pilates #mastermind #entrepreneur #movingtofrance #settingupabusinessinfrance #lemonandgingermoments #fitfor50   LINKS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera   Our sponsor is KidooLand "The Little English School, Club and Activity Centre" Now with the original Annexe since 2007 and the Loft since  2018 KidooLand will have an open morning on 28th February 2019 to find out about the Playgroup and Kindergarten. Holiday camps run in the Winter, April, Summer and October holidays and welcome children from 4-16 years. We have very popular mum and baby, parent toddler clubs too as well as activities for those without children with more to come in 2019. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais #kidooland #stagesvacances #cours In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

Leigh Bodin joins to chat about her Fitness and Nutrition business. She shares her journey to the South of France and how she set about studying for her Level 2 nutrition coach. Dedicated to learning she spent one year studying with precision nutrition for the master coaching class, based on coaching psychology. Now she is a personal trainer and nutritionist to people in their 40s, and 50s here on the Cote d'Azur. She pivots and niched down her business in 2018 and is ready to embrace the challenges and the online world of health and sport in 2019. In this episode we talked about: Her journey to the South of France the steps Leigh took to niche her business Blue Ocean Strategy - Blue Ocean Red Ocean https://www.blueoceanstrategy.com  how she has built her business up and how her philosophies and approach differ from other trainers Why she set up Fit Nutrition, how she changed her own health and fitness by ditching the fat loss and aesthetics goals in favor of strength and mastery of kettlebell techniques Exercises for menopause and peri-menopause how it changes. How she created a community who are like minded to their health and fitness. Growth is her word for the year. CONTACT LEIGH Tel. 06.03.05.17.49 Like us on Facebook! www.fitnutritionfrance.com 2019: New online nutrition course partnered with Precision Nutrition (see more info about them here: www.precisionnutrition.com) Www.procoach.app/leighfitnutrition Her inspirational quote: Start wherever you are, Use whatever you have, Do whatever you can  -Arthur Ashe KEY CONTENT AND TIPS FROM LEIGH -For busy working Moms to add movement to their week: I think the more important question here is that when you are short on time, there are a few things that need to be addressed.  We want more movement and we need to consistently get that movement. I could give you a list of a 100 ways to move more, but unless you have a good system in place, you are probably are not likely to do them anyway.  So before we even get to the movement part think about this: I could say, Antonia, here is the best fitness plan in the world - if you follow this, you will reach your goals.  But if i’ve Given you something that you don’t enjoy doing, you won’t stick with it.  Whatever movement we are going to incorporate, it has be something that you will do consistently.  Consistency is the magic word.  So how to get a stage where we can be more consistent with our fitness and our movement? So for me , the first step is: Find out what you like to do What really ticks your box?  What do you really enjoy doing?  Walking, running, boxing, kettlebells, Pilates, yoga...etc.  What am I going to get really excited about doing every week?  And of course it that might change over time, too.  This can be really fun...this can mean going out and trying new and discovering new things.  You never know until you try.  I hear this with kettlebells all the time.  Get out there, get out of your comfort zone and try something new.   2. Decide why you want to do something - that way it becomes more meaningful.  Last week, on the FB group we looked at Why, What, How...overall, we are looking for consistency.  10 mins every day is more beneficial that a big exercise session once every two weeks.  We are looking for progress, a little more, a little better.  Why do you want more movement in your life?  What is your goal?  Narrow it down and get more specific.  It will help you stay motivated to get that extra movement it.  Are you trying to lose fat or gain strength or change your health markers?  I have a client whose goal is to be able to run around a football pitch with his son.  Every has their WHY.  And knowing that will help you keep moving towards your goal. Without a goal we are all kind of floating...and when you float, you are far less likely to stay consistent.   3. Work your 3’s:  Structure, Systems, and Scheduling:  You’ve probably heard this in business coaching and the same can be applied to health and fitness. Structure:  these are things and environments that surround us.  The things that we put into place to get things done.  So for movement, it might be choosing a gym or a class that is close to where we live, so its easy and convenient.   Systems: These are processes and practices we use to make things happen.  This can include an evening ritual of getting our gym bag ready the night before, or with nutrition, prepping our food for the next day.  It’s putting things in place so it makes it easier for us to do the things we’ve set out to do. Scheduling:  This is probably the most important one for busy people.  We don’t wait for inspiration to strike to go out and get that movement...we schdule it in like we do any other appointment and we keep that appointment.  You don’t wait to you feel like going to the dentist to make an appointment.  You book it. Fitness and movement - it’s self-care.  So we book that time in for ourselves because it is absolutely necessary.  We book our fitness and nutrition like any other appointment...and you keep it.  Keep that commitment to yourself. OUR FACEBOOK INTEREST GROUPS Cote d’Azur Living  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving Business Support Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Culture Club Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultureclubriviera Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Home and Garden Alpes Maritimes https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Silver Surfers & Retirees https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/ OUR SPONSOR IS KIDOOLAND. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. KidooLand was established in 2007 and opened new holiday locations in Valbonne in 2014.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe great for birthday parties and events. KidooLand is the place to come when you have just Landed in the Alpes Maritimes. A club, a centre, a place to hang out and get all the essential information to living the dream in the South of France.   Day to day we run weekly activities and  classes and in the holidays fun  camps for children. We even have pop up workshops and activities for adults. You don't need to have kids to enjoy what we offer. Mum/Dad  and Baby/Toddler groups, Playgroup, Kindergarten, English lessons, Adult sessions Yoga, Pilates and English and French conversation classes. Pop up workshops include stunning floral displays, colour and image consulting, painting classes, cooking, baby massage and more! We also know lots about the local schools, the international sections and bilingual programmes. You can book a consultation with our director to find out more about the options available for you and your child. Tel 00 33 +(0)4 93 64 53 54 www.kidooland.com #anglais #stagevacances #sophiaantipolis #positiveeducation #southoffrance #bilingual #biot #valbonne #mougins #cannes #cotedazurliving #france #coursenfants #anglaisludique #englishisfun #lemonandgingermoments #fitfor50 In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019

  Robert Levitt is an American living in France. He has had a very unique approach to his career over the years. A former investment manager he actually would go and live in the country to truly understand how it worked , it’s requirements and the opportunities and in doing so got to live in some amazing places. His thirst for learning and knowledge has never dissipated and once he arrived in France he launched into learning the old language of Provençal and truly getting to know the local history by completing a degree in Patrimony  and then two masters degrees in Medieval History. This led to him setting up his very unique guided tours company Via Nissa as a way to discover the local area from another angle. His life story shows what huge value can be taken from experiencing on a deep level and how we need to live and enjoy the moment and write the novel to our lives.     Subject we chat about. Learning a new language and how to improve your French Local history History of Bar Sur Loup , Grasse and Nice post 2nd world war .. Famille de Grasse, Le Rouret, Menton,  Franco American Association  ViaNissa The tourist’s real guide to local life in the South of France - what sets this excursion apart from the rest.  Adapting to life in France some of the check box frustrations Tune negatives into positives   Links mentioned https://www.amtrak.com/coast-starlight-train https://www.blueoceanstrategy.com/tools/red-ocean-vs-blue-ocean-strategy/     Visiting the South of France Robert likes to go to Italy to get the inside scoop     Robert Reads Here is my current reading material.    Two of the books focus on the current French situation and its background.  The third is just one of France's classic 19th century authors.  For those interested in American history there is George Kundahl's Riviera at War and Nathanal Philbrick, In The Hurricane Eye, which is about amiral de Grasse (who is from Le Bar-sur-Loup) and his contribution to the American Revolutionary war.   Contact Robert : www.vianissa.com   Our sponsor KidooLand.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com   www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018.

Welcome to our first episode in 2019. As we say in France plein de bonheur et surtout santé -happiness and health. Above all health as this is the most important as someone in a nearby commerce said to me today without that we have nothing. In this episode I take a moment to reflect on 2018 and why I believe it is important. A quick thought to New Years Resolutions - A Word - or Nothing It's your choice . We chat why organising your house is good for the home and the mind. Our free gift to you is The Survival Guide to the Cote d'Azur [Free Download is available from the Cote d'Azur Living] with details on : To relocate or not to relocate? Moving to France, from vision to mission • Buying a house Settling in: focus on healthcare Thanks to Rachael Dickens the English Osteopath (Episode 18) and Susanne Formant, Pippa Gomis-Maile and Nice Homes for their input into the first edition.  I chat about the Christmas Fair and how many amazing people collaborated and input into making that event a success. We raised a lot of money for charity (French Riviera Animals, Cancer Research UK and Mimosa) so this was a great end to the year.   Special thanks to all the volunteers and helpers who made the Christmas Fair a success: The stall holders, the KidooTeam, Steph P , Helen Mackenzie - mackenzieservices.fr Worth a listen / Read "Tidying Up” on Netflix or read the  KonMari Method Barbara Wilson "Creativity Cycling" .. available on Amazon co written with Tracy Stanley Tracy Leonetti http://www.womenofcontribution.com/the-pay-it-forward-series-notes-to-my-younger-self-tracy-leonetti/   Previous podcast episodes to listen to: Ambassador Llewelyn in (episode 34) Barbara Wilson in (episode 33) Dorothy Foster in (episode 34) Tracy Leonetti (EPISODE 11) Rachael Dickens the English Osteopath (Episode 18) Gavin Sharpe (episode 47 ) Faye Villalba Episode (9 and 19) Lizzy Parks (episode 6) Lucy Di Mora Photo Booth (episode 29) Sea Glass in (episode 43) Mel from The Clever Kitchen (episode 44) Mimosa Matters (episode 16) Link to these here : http://www.rivierafirefly.com/podcasts/ Thanks for listening anf being part of this journey in 2018 and here's to 2019. Good luck in 2019. May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, Thanks for listening - that’s a wrap.   Our sponsor KidooLand.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com   www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018, 2019  

 THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly episode  Antonia talks with Gavin Sharpe about relationships, issues that we encounter in life and how to get help and what kind of help is available . We cover a range of topics like social media, Life counselling, relationship coaching, bereavement and living as expats. KEY POINTS What makes an unhealthy relationship Shame spiral gratitude vv depression for expats #metoo how to deal with this as a man and a woman,the message for teens Love and relationships Connection; joining a group Choosing a therapist   Quotes by Antonia source unknown The basic human desire is to live, love and beloved There is no power to rival a human's love How to contact Gavin Contact Gavin Gavin Sharpe M.A. CSAT  +33 (0)6 40 61 96 91 http://livelovelearn.global/ Our sponsor is KidooLand.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com   www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018.

The KidooLand Christmas market on the 2nd December 2018 hosts local companies and individuals who will be selling  their festive wares and creating a fun and interactive environment for all the family.   The inauguration of the loft is also the perfect moment to come and see what is going on at KidooLand for 2019. Lucy is the owner of Smiley Booth Cote d’Azur. Photo Booths are an easy way to add a little festive fun for your next event. Smiley Booth is a franchise specializing in party-ready enclosed photo booths complete with crazy props. There are backgrounds to choose, faces to make, and memories to capture so easily. Lucy is the only Smiley Booth franchise in France. It is a relatively new industry in France, so hop on the trend train and hear all about how Lucy is bringing smiles to the Cote d’Azur. http://smileybooth.com/fr/ #kidoolandfete #kidooland #smileybooth

In the run up to our inaugural Christmas Fair, we’ll be introducing you to our various partners. Next up is is Hilly Mazija from Le Bon Bean. KidooLand will be holding an inaugural Christmas Fair on Sunday 2nd December from 10h30 to 15h30! KidooLand’s traditional English Christmas Fair, will be full of activities for children, plenty of stands selling lots of different Christmas gifts and a variety of Christmas decorations. We also hope to be able to draw on the best of French Christmas culture by offering vin chaud for Mums and Dads and crepes for hungry tummies of any age Let us know you are coming by SIGNING UP HERE – it helps us enormously for planning  Bon Bean Chocolate makes artisan chocolate from organic, direct-trade ‘heirloom’ cacao beans, known for their high quality and rich taste. Cacao is a superfood, naturally rich in anti-oxidants, magnesium, iron, vitamin C, essential fatty acids, zinc and copper (to touch upon a fraction of it’s nutritious bounty). Our chocolate contains no less than 70% cacao. Bon Bean Chocolate is 100% focused on delivering this abundance of goodness to our customers in great tasting chocolate. In order to get the best from the bean, we ensure that the farms we collaborate with grow their beans without the use of harmful pesticides and fertilisers. Our expert chocolatier then crafts the beans using as little heat treatment and harsh processing to produce the bioactive cacao that is our raw material and is the basis for our chocolate bars. We keep our list of ingredients short and simple but we need to add a little something sweet for flavour. In our opinion, the most healthful and natural sweetener for the body and teeth is coconut sugar with a lower glycemic index and some other nutritional benefits besides! Voilà: the end result is gourmet artisan chocolate that’s good for you too ! The Kidooland Christmas Fair is a chance for Bon Bean Chocolate to showcase its first batch of designer chocolate bars. We are delighted to share this special occasion with Kidooland and also in aid of Mimosa Matters whose cause is a worthy one also close to our hearts.

  Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.    THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly episode  Antonia talks with Melanie Gulliver. Melanie is serial entrepreneur and shares her business journey in particular how she used a holiday visit to Morocco to help the local economy and people and create a new business in the South of France. Come and see Mel and her gorgeous jewellery at the KidooLand Christmas fair on the 2nd December 2018 10h30-15h30. We will have carol singers, mince pies, gorgeous gifts and activities  KEY POINTS What to expect from the programme. We chat about Melanie’s journey from chartered accountant to the South of France. Did you know she had a Wine Business, runs The Clever Kitchen and has just launched Saweira Silver  her moroccan jewellery business. How to sell your products using an online shop (shopify)  She recommends Kite surfing in Frejus, the Esterel hills near Theole Networking groups eg. PWN, Riviera Business Club A cookery read .. Yotam Ottolenghi “Simple”  https://ottolenghi.co.uk/shop-online Facebook group for Yotam https://www.facebook.com/groups/212228228902007/ Favourite restaurant Coco Green Nice Vegan and raw. Quick fire round.   Antonia recommends the Riviera Firefly Business Cocoon https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/    IMPORTANT  LINKS MENTIONED ON THE RIVIERA FIREFLY PODCAST www.saweira.com Instagram; @saweirasilver Facebook.com/Saweira Melanie@saweira.com 06 15 21 63 53   MENTIONED Essaouira in Morocco Mimosa Matters Podcast http://www.rivierafirefly.com/16-mimosa-matters-committee-ellie-goblet-dalviella-and-karen-hockney-and-their-fight-against-cancer/   How networking can help your business. PWN Networking https://pwnnice.net/ RBC Riviera Business club   http://www.rivierabusinessclub.com/   We cover topics such as education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered .   Our sponsor KidooLand. In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com   www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017, 2018. #saweirajewellery  #saweira #kidooland #rivierafirefly #shepodcasts #podcast #southoffrance #kitesurfing #productbusiness #entrepreneur

    THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly episode  Antonia talks with Rhonda Nicholl and chats Sea Glass and how she set up her business Sea Riviera. Sea Riviera will be at the KidooLand Christmas Fair on Sunday 2nd December 2018. Sign up to come to the event it’s free and in support of Mimosa and the fight against cancer: https://www.facebook.com/events/336209883852372/ #kidoolandfete #kidooland #mimosa #christmasfair #seaglass #cancer KEY POINTS What to expect from the programme Why Rhonda came to the South of France, how she turned the need for mindfulness into a business a benefit to the environment  Setting up on Etsy marketplace Working the markets and craft fairs Roquebrune Cap Martin, Vence, Cagnes sur mer The love of cycling eg Nice to Antibes takes an hour Read: My life in the countryside Julia Ruffman Quick fire questions IMPORTANT  LINKS MENTIONED ON THE RIVIERA FIREFLY PODCAST Website  https://www.etsy.com/shop/SeaRiviera Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SeaRiviera/     Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.    We cover topics such as education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered .   Our sponsor KidooLand.  In 2018 we expanded and  opened The Loft a great addition to the annexe. This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too including Yoga, Pilates and conversation! #anglais In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com

On today’s episode we learn how Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown, owner and managing director of Kidooland, has built a team that has grown with her business. Antonia has moved from making her first hire to promoting from within to creating a full-blown leadership team. By building her team, Antonia has been able to grow her business both in terms of programs, space, and number of children she is able to serve. Her business, Kidooland, offers unique programming that is designed to teach children in France the English language while learning and having fun. During the “Ask Shelli Anything” segment Antonia gets some insight on how to improve team communications. Shelli offers suggestions on how to use the transparency of a team calendar to boost the culture you’re building. Get our Free Hiring Resource Bundle   Connect With Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown: Website Linkedin French Riviera Firefly Podcast Books or Tools or Events Mentioned: Voxer Facebook Dropbox What’s Up App Listen to The BizChix Podcast Work with Shelli: One Day Mastermind EliteChix Mastermind Strategy Session Work With Natalie: One Day Mastermind CEOCHIX Mastermind ProfitChix Mastermind Strategy Session This episode was first published at BizChix.com/team27. Listen to our sister podcast, BizChix, on your app or at http://bizchix.com. Join the BixChix Community here.

Episode 43  Antonia shares what she is doing for  self care, how she is facing her own mindset issues but pushing through, feeling the fear but doing it anyway. Listen to how they plan to grow and scale to the next level and join her community that is free! Recharging the batteries - Self Care : Kate Threadgold Diet - do an allergy test with the Dr for food intolerances Meditating Deepak Choprah and Oprah Juno Skincare Escape Room https://lockoutgame.fr Adult Soft play: #meclub #cultureclub #escaperoom #lizzyparks Gardening , Cooking, Woodwork, Red Tent  - great read. TAKE ACTION Put something in your diary for a weekly self care event – it is not an indulgence Let's be unbusy Mas Candille, Golden Tulip build in time for you! Get efficient with your time: Outsourcing, Timeboxing and take time off. Rev your business up a gear. What is a mastermind ? Move your business from a hobby to a business. Join a Mastermind in the Riviera Business Cocoon. email Antonia for info Previously featured in Firefly episodes LISTEN IN LINK: http://www.rivierafirefly.com/podcasts/ Vonny Marshall Edwards -  singing classes Faye Villalba Yoga Workshops GROWING A BUSINESS  #KidooLandisgrowing  #kidoolandgrandit Scaling the business to grow Feal the fear and do it anyway Mindset Visibility Business Person of the year International Riviera Business Club Believe in yourself   EVENTS  PAST AND FUTURE AT KIDOOLAND Run painting workshops with Weitzie Hein (episode 8) Mastermind workshops Gently to Sleep Workshop for mum and babies with Louise from Episode 38 at KidooLand on 5th June Book Swap  Tuesday 19th June 13-15h KidooLand Business workshops with various people like Barbara Wilson episode 33 THE END IN SIGHT - THE VISION Creative Learning English Academy on the Cote d'Azur for kids but also  adult development A Play and Leisure zone Dedicated  area just for 2-5 year olds to play, learn and grow (Playgroup & Kindergarden) A new airy and sunny  space for birthday parties, events, sports, leisure and of course play. A Breakout area for gouters , workshops, English play etc.   A Creative Learning Zone … Our exisiting space where we currently run KidooLand activities is also  having a makeover. Rooms and learning material will be reorganised to make The focus here  will be for the primary , college, lycee age children and adult workshops  too. We will be adding a music & film making zone The Zen zone (eg mindfulness, yoga etc) the Studio a place for us to share, learn and grow through fun workshops a cooking and creative zone that will include a constructive Lego corner Birthday parties will be back. Homework Club, Phonics, Ideas / contact if you have an idea for a course / class/ community event . I can only do these things because I am surrounded and supported by an amazing community on and offline. Thanks to you all. JOIN OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cote dAzur Living Free community https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/ Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/  Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Our sponsor KidooLand La Petite Ecole Anglaise –   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d’Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance New podcast: http://bebeenfantadoparent.com/podcasts/  

Dawn Howard -Dog behaviourist from Dogs D’azur is our guest host this week. You may remember Dawn from an earlier episode 12 http://www.rivierafirefly.com/12-dawn-howard-from-dogs-dazur-aka-the-fairy-dogmother/ also on 106.5fm Riviera Radio’s “Woofer of the Week” broadcast every Wednesday morning around 8.15am She shares her top tips for a happy dog. Here’s what you should be doing throughout the year to keep your dog in good shape. Keep in mind no one knows your dog like you do - so it’s important to keep an eye on them for signs of unusual behaviour and for any niggles go straight to your vet. DOG MOUTH You can buy a special toothbrush and toothpaste from your vet and it’s a great idea to start when they are puppies so they get used to it. Aim to do this once a week. Problem symptoms to look out for include: salivating or pawing at the mouth or signs of pain while chewing as well as bad breath. DOG EYES It’s a good idea to clean around your dog’s eyes regularly too – how often will depend on breed. But for matted or sticky eyes or a foreign body – a trip to the vet is essential. DOG EARS Regularly make sure nothing is lodged down there or that they are dirty. Again, this is one to start early, while they are young – and your vet will love you as it will desensitize them. Symptoms include: shaking the head, or scratching, or a head tilt.  How to move an injured dog. move the dog away from any immediate danger make a temporary stretcher from a flat board, car parcel shelf, a towel, blanket or coat Get a second person to help you get the dog on to the stretcher while supporting the dog, avoiding bending its spine. Take care to be as gentle as possible EMERGENCY NUMBERS Clinique Vétérinaire des Clausonnes open 24/7 900 route de la Valmasque, 06560 Valbonne Tél: 04 93 65 40 54   Urgent Vet Service number is 0800 948 484   REFUGES - RESCUE CENTRES http://refuge.duflos.pagesperso-orange.fr https://www.refugeduflos.fr/   They need: Donations Tinned dog food – preferably Cesar “senior” + pedigree the one with the sauce Medium-sized leads and collars Washing up liquid, bin bags and sponges   These guys operate a great scheme whereby you can take them all your small change – get collecting today! And why not become a sponsor for one of the animals for just 10 euros per month. 1770, chemin des Terriers. 06600 ANTIBES Tél : 04 93 33 14 14 contact@refugeduflos.fr www.refugeduflos.fr   MEDICAL WORMING             x 4 per year VACCINATIONS     x 1 per year FLEAS                   most likely once per month LEISHMANIOSE      Now till November. Collars last 5 months, Advantix every 3 weeks TICKS    check as that may be included in flea/collar treatment GREAT LOCAL WALKS The Valmasque – between Mougins and Antibes Camp Roman in Le Rouret/Châteauneuf The Brague in Valbonne The area over by Lake St Cassien Check out: https://www.facebook.com/dogsdazur/   Top tips for having a well-behaved dog Firstly, make sure your dog gets the maximum amount of exercise. Secondly, be consistent. Join the conversation @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/581627252188037/ The members-only Dogs D’azur Group – for information, tips and advice on all things dog.  *** The Riviera Firefly Podcast appreciates every contributor and listener ! Your comments, likes and shares make us really happy and inspire us to keep doing the shows! Come join us in our free community groups on Facebook:   Côte d’Azur Living  for all things South of France and for those running a business you need to join The Riviera Firefly Business Cocoon. It’s totally free! The costs of producing and hosting this podcast are funded by KidooLand …. nicknamed by their clients “The Little English school” – they organise Fun activities all in English for 0-16 year olds from baby clubs and playgroups, to English lessons and holiday camps they even hold workshops for adults too .. right here on the Cote d’Azur. You can find out more about kidooland direct on their website www.kidooland.com So thanks for listening .. please do pay it forward and share an episode so we can spread the Cote d’Azur love. Until the next time Fireflies au revoir.  

Listen to Marketing and Events expert Liz Menches from EAM International Global Marketing . She joins the Firefly podcast to share insight into planning a marketing and advertising campaign. We have a challenge for you too!   "There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve .. fear itself" Paolo Coehelo Biography Early career  Moving to France Buying a house - an early pitfall The business evolves culture shock how important it is to understand the market you are launching into a new area or country TOP TIPS TO CONNECT WITH CLIENTS MARKETING PR ADVERTISING Marketing / PR / Advertising defining them and what they mean and WHY Thinking about the process with the end goal in sight. Pain point & spend for your  Avatar and their mindset Niche your product and service .. blue ocean versus red ocean How PR and Advertising has changed Writing a PR pitch   Work back from the goal and the pain point .. where does the client want to go and why and work backwards. Watching the advertising costs e.g. Facebook and Google Ads How marketing and advertising has changed Importance of Video - join our challenge and post it in our Facebook group ..https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Kit to buy for Facebook Lives listen to this #bizchix episode http://bizchix.com/285-high-performing-women-live-video-starting-over-and-letting-go-with-luria-petrucci/ Importance of Blogs LinkedIn Looking to launch in a new business in a new geographical area Using google alerts and analytics marketing study, competitor analysis Kate Threadgold massage versus another comparing the competition https://www.facebook.com/KateThreadgoldMassageBienEtre #marketing #PR #advertising #socialmedia #facebooklive #facebookchallenge   LINKS & MENTIONS IN THIS EPISODE Red Ocean Blue Ocean The 80/20 Principle Robert Koch Rich Dad Poor Dad Mindvalley  PWN Networking  https://pwnnice.net/ Restretto Singing group Vonny Marshall Edwards    Contact Liz Menches EAM INTERNATIONAL www.eaminternational.co.uk LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/globalmarketinglizmenches/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eamInternational Her book:  Le Tomcat Diaries – LINK   Welcome to the Riviera Firefly  Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cote dAzur Living Free community https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/ Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/  Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/ Our sponsor KidooLand La Petite Ecole Anglaise -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

We interview Tiffany Butler Events organiser and planner on how she got into the industry, moving to France and getting to know the Côte d'Azur.   Early career Advertising and the campaigns she worked on:Multiple Sclerosis, Volkswagen, The Guardian Moving into Events corporate versus private events Favourite events organised in the UK  Dealing with Event challenges - back up plans Planning for every eventuality Moving to France Treasure Hunts - Retro style 2018 - Wedding planners, venues, private villas Use Facebook to find events locally Meeting people - Joint the PTA, charity, careers day Business networking PWN Professional Women’s Network, International   #events #wedding #planner    TOP TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE COTE D'AZUR Nautipolis Valbonne Cap d'Antibes Lemon Festival in Menton  Orange Festival Bar Sur Loup Red Bull Air Race in Cannes Rolex Masters Book: A Bright Shining Lie Neil Sheehan Book Exchange Club Contact Tiffany Butler TBA Events Ltd www.tbaevents.com tiffany@tbaevents.com +33 631 498  351   Riviera Firefly guide podcast to Côte d'Azur France  Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   SOUTH OF FRANCE COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cote dAzur Living Free community https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/ Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/  Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/   KidooLand La Petite Ecole Anglaise Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

 Gently to Sleep therapy for baby and children Louise’s story - why she set up Gently To Sleep. A child is raised by the Village Louise’s early days in Lancashire and Kent Choosing a business name and logo Setting up a new business (research, training, ) What age does someone typically need a sleep trainer Breast fed vv Bottle fed babies  Different sleep training methods gentle, traditional, extinction controlled crying Making new friends A top book for new parents Sleep talks in 2018   Contact Gently to sleep  Facebook: www.facebook.com/gentlytosleep Twitter: @GentlytoSleep Instagram: Gentlytosleep Website: www.gentlytosleep.com Email:gentlytosleep@gmail.com Telephone: +33 (0)6 31 80 10 10   TOP TIPS SETTLING IN TO LIFE ON FRENCH RIVIERA St Paul’s Anglican Church Monaco Mondays http://stpaulsmonaco.com/ Book: Newborns The Happiest Baby on the Block Harvey Karp https://www.happiestbaby.com/pages/dr-karp Riviera Mums and Dads Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/377881652292141/   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/   Silver Surfers  Riviera  https://www.facebook.com/groups/silversurfersriviera/   Our sponsor is Kidooland  -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in CV relevant awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

Chocolate is good for you! It's official and we chat all about why this handmade chocolate can help you in your day to day.  Guest Hilly Mazija  lebonbean.com Hilly is an artisan she produces  stone-ground chocolate  made with love from raw and organic, fair-trade cacao using the purest and simplest natural ingredients and the best bit is it’s good for you! Now for those that don’t know cacao is quite a boaster … the highest concentration of anti-oxidants of any food on the planet so it’s  already a superfood  and for us ladies of a certain age, vegetarians and vegans we are also loving … its high concentrations of key minerals like iron, zinc and magnesium and it even contains the 'feel-good' molecule, anandamide. "The universe will always look after you"   Top Bits work life balance joining a mastermind to improve productivity so you can work less! the early days for Hilly why she set up the business menopause, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, celiac the challenges highs and lows of business places to visit books to read making friends We mentioned Perfume industry in Grasse, Fête des Jasmins, fête des roses in Grasse www.museesdegrasse.com/en Christine Kjeldberg Masters educated Nutritional Therapist LINK Philip Pullman http://www.philip-pullman.com/ Ali Smith LINK When god was a woman:LINK A mighty girl Facebook group LINK The Clever Kitchen  The lavender fields .. paddle boarding Cap d'Antibes .. Mimosa in Tanneron  A surprise at the end of this interview was that Hilly presented me with some samples to take away and taste with the family. Happy Easter!   Contact Hilly http://www.lebonbean.com/ instagram: lbb108 www.lebonbean.com contact@lebonbean.com +33 (0)6 33 22 00 68   #chocolate #easter #organic #bio #cru #superfood #raw #vegan #cacao #nutrition #diabetic #glutenfree #grasse       OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   Key tags #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance #france #rivierafirefly #creativity #positivity #education   

If you listen to the back catalogue of interviews with my guests I often ask the question how did they meet people here. In this episode I am sharing some top Tips of my won and also from our community here in the South of France.   Saving Money Language tips Meeting people - Join clubs and associations Making friends - Volunteer at school or for charity. Finding jobs Buy and sell home and garden Saving Money Schools, kids activities and Children with special needs.   LEARN THE LANGUAGE Sign up for language lessons once you are here. It is so sad to see how people are isolated because they lack confidence to integrate due to language. There are some local free or nearly free classes in most areas. Try .. make an effort your French may well be better than their English .. I do do a run through before I pick up the phone and in the early days I definitely noted down key words in French so I had something to refer back to if things got dicy!  Learn too how to say slower please “lentement”  and “doucement” literally calm down..   Even now I will sometimes say to a call centre operative that I am English .. could the speak slower .. I’m not stupid it’s just I didn’t learn this vocabulary in French at school.   It usually works. On the plus side when I get a sales call at home or on my mobile what is it with Bougues I will never use them due to their constant spamming .. I will speak in a very heavy accent or just in English and they leave me alone quick enough. Mr BB went to IBM to work when we arrived .. now at the time they had quite an English approach documentation had to be in English even meetings were if people on calls were ENglish but he prevailed and insisted on speaking to people in French. He went to lunch with the team and took the teasing bravely apparently many people think he is French Canadian this is in part due to our French surname which is actually from my side and the accent or mis pronunciation of words    BE POSITIVE It is easy for us to knock the French way .. compare it to the land we left behind but it’s not very fair .. after all we left our mother country for a reason and if we are honest many of us are not planning on going back for a while. So we do need to embrace the culture and the way of life. Sure there are issues as with anywhere and I know I have definitely been at fault for criticising and I know too I won’t entirely be able to stop. But I am trying to start the day with some positive mantras . Looking out of the windows and watching the sunrise and being thankful that we live in such a gorgeous country, getting out and about and enjoying the local life, trying to think of 3 things each day that I love about being here .. so on my 20 minute drive to work there are only 2 sets of traffic lights .. traffic rolls so freely outside of the rush hour .. There is only 1 speed camera and 1 CCTV .. I don’t feel like big brother is watching me Fresh bread is amazing I see the most spectacular sun rises ( I actually prefer them to sunsets as I like a new dawn) I even love the exhilarating electrical light storms .. Mr BB has the ability to sleep through them but I can’t and will often be up watching them across the valley and the power of nature. I love the Vous and the Tu the fact you can create distance or a rapprochement with someone with a tweak in person. anyway you get the picture … keeping all the positives at the forefront of your mind help you feel more buoyant when the going gets tough.   Another mindset tip is to get one of those old fashioned glass jars and every time something great happens note it down and pop it in the jar. My teenage daughter did this and over time her jar was full of happy memories. The idea is when you are feeling rough you can dip in and take out an idea. Love it!    GET CREATIVE Go back and listen to Eps 33 and 34 where we talk creativity. It is so powerful to see the evolution from an idea to something concrete .. this could be in a redecoration of a room, writing a blog or why not a book, joining a music class, I would even extend it to cultural outings museums, theatre ballet. We have so much here on our doorstep - commit to doing 1 a month!    KID ACTIVITY RECOMMENDATIONS Firstly I should tell you about KidooLand and what we have going on .. for the 0-3 year olds we have mum and baby activities and Playgroups and a Kindergarten for preschoolers. We un this all in English and it’s the perfect way to keep up your English, have a gentle integration into life here or get your child ready for passing the English part of the test for the international schools. We are also on hand in the vacations running fun and creative holiday camps for children age 4-12 year olds  all in English. We have an exciting programme for tweens and teens to with Architecture , photography, journalism and more on the menu for AdoLand in summer 2018. www.kidooland.com Now if a positive fun English environment isn’t for you and I know it’s not for everyone then do check out  Recre Nice - you will find all kinds ideas for outings with the kids plus lots of  Bon Plan money off offers and competitions. Hervé works really hard at sharing the best of the best for our Riviera Kids. With 27k likes this is a very proactive place to find out more https://www.facebook.com/RecreaNice.fr/ Carnival Fete des Citrons in Menton New Jump XL Trampoline in Cannes looks awesome Also lots of nature ideas walks .. we did the Mimosa Trail last weekend over near Tanneron .. simply stunning views down to Cannes Mandelieu over to the snow capped mountains and of course all that yellow bloom. Soon too will the the lavender fields which I am hoping to get to this year.   FINDING SCHOOLS I recorded a couple of episodes on schools 1-4 which are worth checking out if you have arrived to the French Riviera with children. We have a great choice of schools State and Privately funded and you will need to do lots of research to ensure you pick the one that works for you and your family. Due to moves we have had experience of 2 maternelles, 3 primary schools 2 colleges and one Lycée .. this was with 2 kids and it sounds worse than it is part of that was naturally progression through schools but it has given us a good understanding of the process, some of the differences etc. Also through my company I have met thousands of families (over 4,500 in fact)  and while I don’t interrogate them I have over the last 11 years picked up a really good feel for what’s out there, the pros and the cons. There are many factors that come into play from budget to location to language. The end goal is also important so which diploma should they take where will they go to university. and of course one of the huge factors is the child. If you are here in the South of France then use the Facebook groups like Riviera Mums and Teen Riviera to ask your questions about all things kid there are an amazing amount of Mums and Dads willing to share their experience and support you.   It is a bit more challenging for special needs children and for this I would guide you to the group Special Needs in France. It is quite a challenge dealing with special needs in a foreign country. they have their own processes and ways of dealing with things and while some of it is brilliant there are also many challenges. This is the group you need to be in if you have a child with a learning difficulty or special need. https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsfrance/   FINDING JOBS LinkedIn is a great way to get your name out into the market. I have around 30 searches done against my profile a day and I’m not even looking for a job so do make sure your profile is up to date and looking for business if you are. Knowing people in the companies is a great way to try and get an HR introduction. Here are a couple of groups you could register with if you were looking for a job. https://www.facebook.com/groups/926339947454236/about/ French Riviera Jobs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/frenchrivierajobs   Online you have:  https://www.pacajob.com and  https://www.indeed.fr covering the PACA region   There are of course all the Yacht companies of boats is your biz and a stroll around the ports in Cannes, Antibes, Nice is the right thing to do if you want to get into yachting .   Antibes Yacht Crew jobs has a healthy following: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1048863655171156/about/ as does Yachts in Antibes https://www.facebook.com/groups/yachtiesinantibes/ so they are great places to start.     MAKING FRIENDS Your local Mairie - town hall will probably run a welcome to the town or village. It’s their moment to showcase their wares , get to know you and for you to find out about everything going on in your area.   Do activities in French. I was able to join my husband’s CE for photography lessons all in French, I joined a hockey club, over the years I joined a dance class,a  tennis club your local Mairie will have a comprehensive list of all your local Associations who will offer all kinds of activities sports and cultural. I quite fancy Thai chi soon!    Kids can make it nice and easy .. I met friends in the ludothèque,  In fact I was the only English girl in the maternelle school so all my friends were French . I had them over for Tea and Coffee went for strolls together, made friends at swim club and I was for a while on the PTA which is a sure fire way of getting your language skills up .. lots of repetition and point repeated many times which really helps when learning language. I think it is difficult to get accepted and integrated at times .. people are wary of strangers and down here in PACA where the internationals are quite transient people don’t want to make friends only to find you are moving away.   Animals are of course another way for you to meet other people dog walkers are generally friendly to each other and when we started dog training our puppy we used to go to a centre with lots of other locals to do a host of activities and exercises with the doggies.  The local charities are always looking for people to volunteer their time and you instantly enter a close knit community. This could be for animal refuges but also for people related charities. Down in PACA there are some very dynamic initiatives such as Mimosa Matters , Kenyan Kids both of whom have featured on earlier podcasts and Unaccompanied Minors 06, Cogs for Cancer if you have the time they definitely have the need. There is something that is also very rewarding on being involved in such causes. Knowing that you have made a difference and you are paying back into the community is so good for the soul.   BUYING AND RENTING A HOUSE  Various Facebook groups such as https://www.facebook.com/groups/antibes Right Move equivalent is http://www.seloger.com/ also Le Bon Coin leboncoin.fr for Private and professional sales. If you are looking to buy privately without an agent then there is the site https://www.pap.fr/   SAVING MONEY It is a false assumption that everyone who moves to France is super rich - of course there are many particularly down in areas like PACA and Bordeaux and Paris but that is not everyone’s case. So here are some tips for saving money.   Selling household items and garden items Le Bon Coin , Buy it Sell it and a whole host of Facebook groups. I love buying 2nd hand vintage items .. in fact if I look around my home most of the items we have have been lovingly collected over the years in the UK and here. Very few items have been bought new including our kitchen .. not to everyone’s taste for sure but fits our Shabby Chic country lived in feel and if I’m honest with 2 teenagers and all their friends , 2 dogs , at one time 6 cats and a rabbit our home has had to take its fair share of knocks and the pristine house was never going to work for us. We’re more Enid Blyton than Harpers Bazar!    I use pinterest to collect my ideas and then keep my eyes peeled for the for sale items. I love a bargain and hate wasting money so that is one reason but I also love the fact that we can recycle epicycle and benefit the environment .   TOP TIPS WhatsApp for VOIP free calls to friends and family  Dentists ok this is an unusual tip but if you go regularly to the dentist for maintenance you can often to many repairs if you have say a little cavity. This works out a whole lot cheaper than a major repair which often won’t be fully reimbursed.   Check prices and get quotes in advance. We did some building work an extension to our house that then needed rendering .. 3 walls but there was a lot of window so a lot didn’t need rendering right. One Artisan quoted us close to 10,00 euros for this work .. we did it in the end for 2k ..maybe not so high end but it does the job very well and saved us 8k.   Online shopping click and collect - I like this for 2 reasons. One is I do some upfront Meal planning and this can then go up for all the family to see what was on the agenda they can pick and choose and get started. I’ve planned in meals from home which means I’m not tripping off to wazawok every day and you can see the total in the basket . .much less likely to do impulse buys. I’ve heard people say that they don’t trust click and collect , prefer to choose themselves but you get to check out the fruit and veg before putting it in your car even the eggs .. For the pantry goods its perfect.   Go through your subscriptions and ensure you are making the most of them and if not cancel them! Remember some places will tie you in , won’t allow you to cancel etc. so check out the T&Cs closely and use your phone or PC calendar to remind you to cancel ..    Get books from the library or places like Sunny Bank have an AMAZING range of books in English . Kindle also has some amazing deals for peanuts.   Gasoil Now is a fuel price comparer check out where in your region has the cheapest fuel. https://itunes.apple.com/fr/app/gas-now-gas-price-comparator/id681463839?l=en&mt=8   There are also Facebook groups  https://www.facebook.com/groups/moneysavingfrance/ Check that your provider for electric , gas, phone, internet and more is the best deal and switch if they aren’t. https://comparateur.selectra.info/comparaison-electricite     PLAN B Be prepared like any good Scout .. and yes I was a Scout actually instead of a Guide!  In France we have had some terrible floods and fires and even when it snows the roads can be closed so it is a good idea to keep some cupboard essentials tinned food, first aid and medical supplies. Emergencies happen do you know who to phone in an emergency .. the emergency numbers. have you got your neighbours neighbours handy. 112 is the Pan european number but you should also know  15  is for the SAMU so a medical emergency. This is answered by a Doctor who would be able to give you advice on the phone on the best course of action to take, let you know where you closest out of hours doctor is and organise an ambulance. 17 is for the Police the gendarmerie 18 is for the fire brigade or pompiers .. they have paramedical crew on board so in the event of a car crash or perhaps a fall in a house where you can’t get access they would be called. If you are not fluent French speaking .. have noted down the phone number (in French) your address and how to find you so that in a panic you have some key details to hand.     BREXIT ISSUES For the Brits here I found a really helpful Facebook group Applying for French nationality. As there is a huge increase in applications this group is there to support you with that list of questions. One tip I read recently was that instead of taking the language test you can do a 1st Aid Course e.g. the PSC1 or SST (do check with your prefecture ) and as long as you pass and get the certificate this can be accepted as the required level .  Applying for French Nationality  https://www.facebook.com/groups/155831851500936     Key tags  #france #rivierafirefly #creativity #positivity #education  #kidooland      OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. 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THIS EPISODE So maybe you are sitting in the Rain in England .. or approaching retirement and wanting to come over from the US to Europe and you keep thinking let’s do it let’s make the move to a Life in France well then this  episode 35 is for you. 10 tips and more to planning that Expat move to France.   KEY POINTS Research Learn the language Customs and Traditions Check the area town vv country Isolation Paperwork Administration Permits and benefits Animals Removal companies Car Mindset Emotions Diet   Important links mentioned in this episode Connexion France  http://www.connexionfrance.com/ The Local France https://www.thelocal.fr/  Lou Messugo http://www.loumessugo.com/en/blog Blevins Franks  www.blevinsfranks.com/France Tracy Leonetti rivierafirefly.com/podcasts/11  Join us in France https://joinusinfrance.com/     Welcome to episode 35 Moving to France. Recording this in February 2018.Macron is pulling France out of the doldrums of the previous government .. business is booming, people are feeling confident and right now down in the South of France the sun is shining , the sea is glistening, the mountains are snow capped what is not to love. Famously here in the Cote d’Azur you can be on the mountains skiing for breakfast and lunch then down with your toes in the sand enjoying a glass of Rose in the afternoon.  We too are in the throws of Brexit and so now is a great time to use that European passport and make the move while you still can!      Around 16  years ago Mr BB and I were living happily in the South of England .. a great entrepreneurial, cultural country living in booming Brighton before selling our cute little terrace house for something bigger further out. It was the time when there were regular TV shows and documentaries  about people who were moving to France generally to set up a gite or B&B the disasters the flowing wine ..we were reading  Books A year in Provence Peter Mayell .. A year in the Merde … and dreaming .. my French was OK having studied it at Uni .. Mr BBs was restricted to a bonjour but there must have been an adventurous gene a bohemian nomadic trait somewhere as we just kept talking about a Life in France.  I actually already had family living down in Nice .. but financially we were looking at what our money could buy elsewhere in France .. gorgeous Farmhouses .. old stone , period features the dream. But my sister insisted the Cote d’Azur was a better 300 days of sunshine bet. More expensive though ..so we summed and agghed.   Meanwhile after baby number 1 arrived and it was approaching time to go back to work  my amazing boss at Amex agreed to let me work part time (which in England meant 3 days per week) and 2 days of that from home but for it to work they set me up with an ISDN line at home and all I needed to organise was  childcare at home .. a French Au Pair appealed (I’d been one myself once as had my sister) so after some conversations my sister and I decided to set up our first company together …Pebbles Au Pairs so named because of the Pebbles in Brighton and the Pebbles in Nice!  She found Au Pairs from France and I found host families in England. Despite there already being a plethora of agencies this was niche and old school as we focussed on the French to English market. And I was one of the first customers .. nothing like testing your own products… The wonderful Sophie came and joined us and she actually ended up staying 18 months in the end.. now why am I telling you this - It’s because my top tip number 1 for moving to France is to start learning the language before leaving. www.aupairsbypebbles.com  www.pebbles.fr/     1)  Research .. read books, join groups, subscribe to magazines … my 2 favourite and most useful publications are Connexion France newspaper - For me this is essential reading wherever you are in France . A monthly highlight on law changes, useful information, tips on cultural things you didn’t know. http://www.connexionfrance.com/   I also love The Local France as this has a great roundup in English of all the news items.  https://www.thelocal.fr/    I would say everyone prior to and once here should be regularly checking in with these.   2) Learn French before leaving. Sophie talked to our baby for the first 18 months of his life in French in fact one of his first words was voiture. She also gave Mr BB French lessons ..later when Sophie left and baby number 2 came along we were joined by Cindy who did the same with Little Miss D .. so by the time it came to us leaving Blighty everyone had a good smattering of the lingo. This really helps when you get here .. despite what they say not every French person speaks English indeed that is why so many of my classes at KidooLand my little English school have wait lists because the French want their children to have better exposure to the language of Shakespeare. I don’t know about you but I also think there is an etiquette .. politeness factor here in doing your best in the local language so get onto it before coming over there is so much free stuff available on youtube .. or find a French podcast  Once you are here don’t just join the English activities and groups. Live like a local .. get involved in local community . Nearly all of my interviews on this podcast ask my guest the question for tips on how to meet the locals and make friends so do go and check that out.   3) Understanding Customs and traditions  … saying Bonjour is one of the French 10 commandments as you walk in a shop or even around it ..out for a walk in the country  The bis - French Kiss, greetings in the workplace , the lunch hour. I read years ago  Culture Shock! France by Sally Adamson Taylor but there are many more available now to help you before you live your home country understand how best to fit in. It’s key to making sure you don’t make any faux pas .. of course many of these can be laughed off but good research will pay off. Did you know that children don’t go to school on Wednesdays .. it’s activity day and that’s why I am so busy on a Wednesday as my team at KidooLand are busy teaching English through fun activities to French children .. it’s their day to do football, dance, art, music and more all over France. I think it is a great break in the week for children and I love that they go to the specialist for each discipline instead of hoping the teacher can do it all..but as a working parent you will have to bear this in mind. Another culture shock which I love is that shops are shut on a Sunday. If you come from Britain or the US where you are used to 24/7 this can be quite a challenge initially. It is in fact very liberating and one of the many reasons I love France .. a day for family, for exploring, for chilling and enjoying this wonderful country. Monday’s are also pretty quiet .. hairdressers , beauticians etc all stay closed so that they can have their own “2 day weekend” and why not. A more frustrating one for me is the 12-14h close that even in your big stores like Conforama that sell more entry level furniture will close. I cannot understand how such a huge shop can’t fathom out a rota so it can stay open but on the plus side is people don’t expect me and my own company to be open and I have to say I love Wednesdays where me and the team chow down , door closed and have a laugh it’s an important moment of connection in the day. The local Fetes are also just brilliant you can have the small very local ones like in Chateauneuf de Grasse we have an annual Fete des Courges .. basically a pumpkin festival we also have a Fete de bois there .. it’s huge a traffic stopping day .. Fête de la Mimosa, Citrons or Lemons in Menton, Oranges in Bar Sur Loup, Miel or honey in Mouans Sartoux  Musique all around France, then you have the more well known ones  Carnival in Nice, Cannes Lions and the Film Festival, Grand Prix  basically there is something going on every weekend. The French know how to fête! and they do it very well.   4) Check out the different areas .. come on holiday again do your research .. like I said we originally had been looking more at where we could buy our dream chateau well there were some great deals 15 years ago..probably in the middle of nowhere ..in the end we went for the South of France..why? We had been here on holiday visiting my sister ..my sister was here ..having a friendly face especially in the early days was a lifesaver ..the sunshine factor and the quality of life and outdoor living that brings was a huge factor..having Italy on the doorstep how cool is it to just pop there for lunch .. or Spain just 4 hours drive away .. the beach the countryside and the snowy Alpes all available really makes it the dream location. We also wanted it to be significantly French but with an International edge ..we live in a sleepy provencal village 15 minutes from the bustling and typically provencal village of Valbonne and the International Perfume city of Grasse. Nice is under 40 minutes away with an international airport with lo cost and standard airlines and so this area has a good International slant for example lots of International schools from the high end to the public schools with advanced English classes (See episode xx) It’s a region that is well set up to cater for tourists and therefore anglophones moving here. and you don’t have to live in the tourist hub like I say there are authentically cute villages dotted around just a short drive from the metropolis. So I am biased to this region but I have lived in Paris for a year and Angers for another year so I’ve been around!  A resource I’d highly recommend you check out whether you are thinking or moving here or just visiting is Lou Message Gite appartement’s Blog http://www.loumessugo.com/en/blog    One thing I have noticed in several of the Facebook groups is that remoteness can be a huge problem emotionally so if you did find that gorgeous chateau but it’s in the ,middle of nowhere you do run the risk of feeling quite isolated. Weigh up the pros and cons carefully. I am really happy we chose the PACA region. I have been able to make great French friends but also some Anglo friends which sometimes I think you just need .. that wingman or girl there for those frustrating down days and moments .. people who really understand your expat issues. Many of the French here in PACA have an International outlook .. they might work for global corporations , they have to travel ..lots of them seem to have lived abroad and have come back and of course they are all used to dealing with tourists which is a positive mainly when it comes to settling in.   On the home front … Try before you buy ..Rent first .. we made that mistake I would say by buying before we moved here .. though we had a happy time we hadn’t fully researched all the different villages we really plunged in at the deep end. Buying has a myriad of issues attached too in the UK you have surveyors that check properties out for structure etc but that isn’t really the case here and is something we will be discussing fully in another episode soon.  Out in the country you can find such a hotpotch of bolt on problems for example our house ‘shared a water meter with the neighbour’s .. not something we realised until we had moved in!  Years ago the whole plot belonged to one person, who then divided the plot and the daughter lived in one house and them in the other .. roll on to our purchase and we had some kind of meter madness .. had to fork out for our own meter to have our own control. So do try and do some research on the Estate Agents too ..the Fresh unsuspecting buyer could find themselves with a right clanger on their hands..I think Real Estate agents are getting a whole lot better from what I”ve seen here ..back in the day you would see one bizarre photo on a website and very limited details do what you can to research .. turn up for the RDV only to find the agent takes you to 3 or 4 properties you had no intention of visiting … We have an episode coming up on buying property so do tune back in for that.   With regards to renting, do also check out contractual law for renting which is very different for furnished properties and unfurnished.  Get some professional solid advice because there are some sharks out there and some unscrupulous landlords will  try to hoodwink you so do find out the facts forewarned is forearmed . Note too it can be difficult as a foreigner  to find a landlord willing to rent to you .. there are quite strict rules around how much you earn versus the rental amount and some landlords will demand you blocking 12 months worth of rent as a deposit .. then you have to pay rent on top!    ConnexionFrance would be a great place to start for this info.     5) Paperwork and Admin. France is founded on this and the sooner you accept this the better. Make sure you have all your original documents in a folder ready. With photocopies of each one available too. Birth certificates , marriage, divorce, rental agreements, EDF bills everything. The administration here need to tick boxes otherwise the computer it says no. And then you have to go away and re queue and come back . Carte Vital medical system , registering at the Drs , signing up for phone and internet contracts. I think it is difficult wherever you go not just France .. and recently there is more and more moving to online so registering a car, changing driving licences etc. There are many people set up to help you too .. they can be found in the Facebook Groups for the regions e.g. Cote d’Azur Living. I always felt a sense of accomplishment when I got the boxes ticked and you got approval !   Think too about your exit paperwork .. Tax authorities, bank accounts etc.. you will have to declare all assets and bank accounts once in France .  Research also what will happen to your pension and how you plan to maintain healthcare benefits. Make sure you have all your medical records and before leaving  do an eye test, get your vaccins up to date come over with everything ready to go that way you won’t be floundering in the early days looking for opticiens and Drs and trying to figure out what whooping cough is in French. Get your EHIC which lasts for a short period and  S1 if you are British so you can access the CPAM Caisse Primaire d’Assurance Maladie)  which won’t give you full cover, you may need to organise private top up. For financials speak to the experts Blevin’s Franks is one I would recommend getting in touch with www.blevinsfranks.com/France   Make sure you get your insurance into place for you , your car, your health , your home , your pets. I always think that being a foreigner  If you are thinking of setting up your own company this is a whole different set of admin hoops .. get yourself a good accountant. As Rachael Dickens the English Osteopath who I interviewed in episode 18 says “spend money on getting an accountant to sort out all your admin. Even if you are a competent French speaker. Itll save you money time and energy in the short run as well as the long run.” There are some big Facebook Groups for entrepreneurs such as Riviera Entrepreneurs Ladies and I have a smaller more intimate support group Riviera Business Cocoon where we share tips and help each other in a positive environment.   6)  Permits and residency  Make sure you have all the correct paperwork in place. EU Nationals have freedom of movement .. we don’t know quite what will happen toe the British after Brexit so if you are coming over from there before March 2019 make sure you register with the local authorities .. apply for voting rights , Carte de Séjour .. you can contact the British Embassy (see episode 25) if you have a problem so that you can start clocking up your time officially here. NON EU must request permits and visas before working so do make sure you have checked that out. There is a useful group called Americans in France on Facebook that is worth joining. For  paperwork and administration listen to my podcast with Tracy Leonetti rivierafirefly.com/podcasts/11 she is the go to for all things paperwork and serves people all over France. Tracy may also be a great person to start with to find out about benefits and help available her plus an accountant will help you understand what tax breaks there are etc.   7) Animals you will need to ensure they have the correct vaccins and health checks, are chipped (don’t forget to have that updated when you are in France)  Think about the journey and how you are getting them here and if travelling by plane make sure you have checked on the crate requirements etc. There are some very helpful groups on Facebook like French Riviera Animals https://www.facebook.com/groups/329024693975161/ where you could ask your initial questions.   8) Removal companies .. do use a recommended company. We made a mistake here and used a broker who got us a cheap deal ..unbeknown to us this meant our load went on the lorry ..another person’s load was then added ..it then went to another part of France was unloaded while they moved them in .. then came to us a good 10 days after the agreed delivery date ( I was at the time on my own with a baby and a toddler awaiting furniture) and of course with all the reloads things got broken and essential parts went missing like part of the bed frame. Facebook didn’t exist when we moved here but now it is a real resource.    8) Bringing over a car … well actually we didn’t do that we decided to sell our Right hand drive and buy again over here .. which for practical reasons was the right one .. like overtaking.  It also makes it easier for the MOT / control technique and for insurance reasons. It was a surprise to see how expensive 2nd hand cars were here though ..more recently we went to Italy and bought 2nd hand there .. it was relatively simple to import and register here and saved several thousands and of course is correctly set up for left had drive. Make sure you do contact your driving authority before leaving get the right paperwork for France and Users beware .. not all US driving licences allow you to drive over here depends on your state so research that fully particularly if you are going to be living in the countryside .. why do I say that well country living is of course great for the should .. beautiful vistas we have a gorgeous one across the valley to a mini mountain ..but buses are at best sporadic and don’t even think about taking a taxi .. Uber has a limited success here but not so much in the country so a car might be essential.   9) Mindset and emotions  Setting up in a new country is a challenge there is no way around it. Doing research will help you through the minefield or practical things but there is also that feeling of being alone, facing emergencies and doing it all in a foreign language. Once the initial excitement wears off it does become everyday living with its ups and downs. Certainly being on the beach in January can lift spirits for those that are used to near blizzard conditions but it can be cold and wet here too! The coast of living can be a surprise .. even though many things are cheaper many things are more expensive. Missing friends is really hard - it definitely changes your relationship being so many miles away and you have to build in regular visits back home ..or keep opening your doors to regular visitors which has its pros and cons. If a family member gets sick then that can put quite a strain on your life in France and you may need to be ready to jump on a plane at a drop of a hat. Planning on how you stay connected with the life you left is important - and easier with Facebook and WhatsApp but it does require maintenance and thought.   10)  Diet. Depending on where you live you may have local access to some of your favourite products from back home . We are lucky here near us to have several British supermarkets .. Brittain’s in Valbonne, Geoffrey's in Antibes and online options too. As a vegetarian Britains has been a lifesaver for me when it comes to summer BBQs as up until recently supermarkets only sold chippolatas no Linda McCartney options there. Mince Pies at Christmas etc. More and more of the supermarkets are stocking international products which just helps you have that link back home and also sharing your own culture with your children.  While I have been a bit of a wimp in the culinary department Mr BB has fully embraced it it helps having a French brother in law who loves frog legs and snails eugggh… Without realising you start to become “very French” about your eating habits.. looking for organic and French .. appetisers the famous Apero.. picking your own fruit to make a tart, harvesting your olives and having it pressed to make your own oil, fresh baguettes with meals , rosé with the Sunday lunch .. exquisite cheeses we have an amazing cheese shop in Pre-De-Lac and there is another in Valbonne .. The best chocolate none of that Dairy Milk .. in fact I have a great guest who makes chocolate coming soon to share some choctastic information. Coffee .. well we are close to Italy ..need I go on??  Shopping is also a different experience it feels more personalised, a slower experience .. when I was back in Bath the other day everyone kept apologising for keeping me waiting in the queue .. it was a lot faster than I was used to!  Mostly you can get purchases gift wrapped really quite beautifully too. After  sales still has a way to go however .. particularly in the larger stores they don’t yet seem to have bought into the client satisfaction route. The beauty of online is that for the moment anyway many of your favourite shops will deliver to Europe ..   Now if you need more information first hand from me or people already living here in France then my Cote d’Azur Living Facebook community has now reached over 8,000 members which is just amazing how it snowballed.  As the administrator we get to see all sorts of stats so I can see that there has been over 7,000 posts likes and reactions in the last 28 days. That’s huge! It’s such an easy place to find out .. what is that red beetle you’ve found in your garden, Is there snow in Greolieres, how to cancel an SFR contract (note to those moving here don’t even open one with them check the group for why!) and there’s fun stuff too like Alanea’s post on the 10 French words none of us can pronounce and even with my OK french I would say that’s pretty accurate!    As the Admin I can also see who have been our star contributors and they are Desira, Frances and David this month!! Their interaction helps keep the group laughing, useful and reduces the posts that we don’t want in the group ..with a simple flag to admin click our job is made easier in filtering out the stuff we don’t want in this group e.g. for sale and property searched .. there are other groups for that. There is a great search facility in this group .. and more recently there is also a recommendations tab. So you can click this and see recommendations for restaurants , places to visit attractions etc. Recommendations I took up recently was a  Comedy event in Cannes which was a bit meh .. or maybe I am getting a bit old .. great to see some friendly faces there though…co-Admin June posted about the ISN’s latest Theatrical show Singing in the Rain now that was fantastic. Once again hugely thankful that we have access to culture in English as well as in French . A huge plus of living here on the Cote d’Azur. I see some great    So 8k members .. and about 100 requests a week to join . If I’m honest I decline ⅔ of applications these days because I also have a full time job and am a full time mum! It used to take a lot of time checking out profiles as we get an enormous amount of requests from fake profiles things I would be looking for are how many groups the person belongs to like if it’s over 200 that’s usually a warning flag .. if their account is less than 6 months old that’s another one and if they live in certain countries that’s another one!  FB has advanced a lot in the last 12 months helping administrators so if June , Dawn or I need to remove someone from the group we even get the option to delete all their previous posts .. huge change it used to take me forever if we had a serial spammer going in to each message.   So why are these people not being approved well its down to the entry questions .. 2 easy ones why you want to join and whether you want to occasionally receive a link to this podcast (its fine to say no to that one by the way but the other question must be answered and make sense not just be some random letters) . I feel that the potential member who take 30 seconds to reply to those questions will be less likely yo spam our group. What I have found is that there is a whole lot les spam in the group if we just decline this applications.    I’ll leave you with a recent find …I recently discovered Annie Sargent's Join us in France great podcast discovering all the different regions and places to visit from Paris to Marseille, Brittany to Luberon. It’s also packed full of visitor tips like protecting yourself from pickpockets and even the attitude to tipping . https://joinusinfrance.com/ Key tags  #france #rivierafirefly #creativity #positivity #education #university #animallover #nightclubowner #careerguidance      OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth.  Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

THIS EPISODE When grit and resilience and not accepting the cards you are dealt prove you can beat the odds. We chat with serial entrepreneur Dorothy Foster who after many business adventures now works as a consultant and advisor for students considering future career choices and University options.   KEY POINTS What a full and colourful background Dorothy Foster shares with us. We start with her  background in Liverpool, UK and her early education, the challenges and how she turned things around. As a teen she enjoyed the mod movement and hippies Dorothy went back to studying, was able to go to university and even later on went on to complete 2 Masters.   She has first hand business experience in the Fashion world, running a nightclub,  voluntary roles in business networking groups like PWN and Riviera Business club. More recently she was the Director of the  International School in Nice before moving to Ceram / Skema and taking on the role of Business school International University partnerships. A believer in ongoing education Dorothy went on to study Psychology.   Dorothy’s most recent venture pulls all her business experience together offering students help, advice and guidance with their future career choices and univerNew business now deals with University choices and guidance for students. Aptitude and psychometric testing Finding fulfilment in their choice to avoid switching courses Building up experience for the personal statement and dossier How does a session with Dorothy run?   Sir Ken Robinson .. Creativity / Positivity  How could we change the educational system .. Scandinavian systems Psychology tips for learning and revising   Ways to meet people Meet people by chatting to them in Cafés Show an interest in people Animal Refuges Refuge Duflot Leslie Frasier Cats Les Chats du Mercantour www.leschatsdumercantour.com Do a sponsored event to raise money for a charity! Favourite book: Inherit the dust Nick Brandt http://inheritthedust.nickbrandt.com/   Mantra Nora Epthorn "Be the heroine of your life not the victim”   Important links mentioned in this episode Skema www.skema.edu Riviera Business Club www.rivierabusinessclub.fr International School Nice https://www.isn-nice.com Wild Child Jeanne Willis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeanne_Willis     How to contact our guest Email profil.edu21@gmail.com Phone: 04 93 95 12 53 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003573591842   Key tags  #france #rivierafirefly #creativity #positivity #education #university #animallover #nightclubowner #careerguidance      OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

    At home, work and play we need to be creative and positive if want to make great changes in our life. Firefly is thrilled to have had this great chat with our guest Barbara Wilson Executive Creative coach,  leadership and personal development facilitator.   Barbara Wilson is offering listeners a Free MOT for your business … a downloadable Workbook PDF entrepreneurs and individuals "Reviewing , Reflecting and renewing your self for the Future ending with visualisation and a storyboard” . Find out how to get this for free.   KEY POINTS Barbara Wilson shares her business journey and life path to the South of France. Changing behaviours Linking new habits to old habits Mindset and quietening the inner voice Issues that a coach can help you with and how to choose your coach. Defining your avatar  Barbara shows us how she would coach an AutoEntrepreneur How to market your business a few ideas Why is creativity important? Creativity visualisation what is it ..it’s power Thinking out of the box, changing your mindset. Reverse brainstorming / silent brainstorming Super Hero’s in business   Where to visit: Cagnes Sur Mer, Antibes, Valbonne Sir Ken Robinson Regret   Free PDF Download the Entrepreneurs workbook https://mailchi.mp/b6e8f0b97daa/free-workbook-for-entrepreneurs    Mantras Yes And! instead of Yes But!  Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.   Important links mentioned in this episode   Mind Valley with the end in mind Vishen Lakhiani https://blog.mindvalley.com/goal-setting-redefined/   The Batman Effect  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKAxGlWrByE   How to contact our guest Leadership and Creativity Coach and Facilitator Wilson Development Associates barbara@barbara-wilson.com www.barbara-wilson.com LinkedIn Profile: fr.linkedin.com/in/barbaraawilson Blog: http://blog.barbara-wilson.com My Facebook page :  https://www.facebook.com/changeitcreatively/   Key tags  #france #rivierafirefly #creativity #positivity #roquefortlespins #photography #coaching #VishenLakhiani     OUR COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

Welcome to 2018! In this episode we talk about creativity both professional and personal quieting you critical, negative inner self  mood boards for goals Films & Theatre Books Environment Vegetarianism/Meat Easting goal setting Films I enjoyed:   Murder on the Orient Express down in Cannes Star Wars in the Polygone in Cagnes Sur Mer Wonder in Roquefort Les Pins Pavillon Bleu  Wargames Cow’Spiracy Riviera Radio are now showing what’s on where in VO Theatre  TNN Théatre National de Nice -  Irina Brook Books Sir Ken Robinson’s “Out of Our Minds “ &  Ted Talks “ Most children think they’re highly creative, most adults think they are not” Thomas Friedman author of “The World is Flat” Creative purposes are threefold Personal  Cultural Economic EventBrite for free events    Environment & Vegetarianism - Living without Plastic France  Meat eating - What to consider organic, provenance        Episodes mentioned Hein and Weitzee http://www.rivierafirefly.com/episode-8-atelier-autentic-hein-and-wietzie-share-the-artistic-love/ Vonny: http://www.rivierafirefly.com/26-vocal-coach-the-voice-kids-positive-and-confident-public-speaking/ Lizzy: http://www.rivierafirefly.com/lizzy-parks-jazz-singer-soul-performer-speaks-to-riviera-firefly-episode-6/ Links mentioned #RivieraRadio #Films #VO #cinema http://rivieraradio.mc/content/cinema #art #hangarart www.hangarart.org/   Theatre National de Nice #theatre #tnn #irinabrook www.tnn.fr   Ken Robinson  “ Out of your minds “ Do Schools kill creativity Ted Talks https://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity?utm_campaign=tedspread--b&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare   #knitting #tricoter #valbonne   https://www.facebook.com/reve.et.creations   #environment #plasticfree Living without Plastic https://www.facebook.com/groups/128596794614080  Vegetarian Society UK https://www.vegsoc.org/ I also found a great 2 page PDF on vegetariannutrition.net for vegetarian teens..   Event Bright “Devenir un influencer https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-devenir-un-influenceur-sans-etre-une-celebrite-42108841679?aff=es2   Places mentioned Polygone Riviera Cagnes Sur Mer http://polygone-riviera.fr/en  Pavillion Bleu Roquefort Les Pins http://www.cinema-lepavillonbleu.fr/ COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/     Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com     #creativity #sirkenrobinson #2018 #vegetarianism #cinema #arts   #stem #steam #positivité #apprendreanglais #creativité #kidooland #adoland  #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance #cotedazur #cotedazurliving     

TITLE:  Ambassador Llewelyn’s joins the Riviera Firefly for an End of Year Christmas message to the Riviera Firefly. SERIES: Christmas Series EPISODE: 30   THIS EPISODE Continuing our Festive series Ambassador Llewellyn pops onto to share a Christmas message and reflect on 2017 and 2018. Use our community group to get in contact and find support if you need it over the festive period. We are fast approaching Christmas here in the South of France so I am honoured that the Ambassador  agreed to pop in on this episode to share a Christmas message .  I met him back in November originally as the Embassy and Consulate team  visited Nice as part of their French tour ..these were free  meetings with the British Expats here chatting Brexit among other things. I summed the meeting up in episode 25 so you can go back and listen to that via rivierafirefly.com/25 we plan to do another update in 2018 as things for us Brits here become clearer. it was a great end to my year to be able to reconnect with the Ambassador then in December which comes up in just a few moments.   KEY POINTS His first full year what happened here in France Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s visit Les Voisins Campaign Christmas message Reassurance re Brexit and getting the latest key information What the Ambassador would like for Christmas. Neighbourhood Watch Reaching out if you feel lonely or stressed   Important links mentioned by our guest Find our more and sign up on the Gov.UK www.gov.uk/government/publications/voisins-voices-a-newsletter-fr-the-british-community-in-france Voisins Voices Newsletter ?  www.gov.uk/world/living-in-france  for info on how to get access to healthcare, get documents legalised, lawyers and how to vote abroad etc.   https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office Official website www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-paris   Twitter @UKinFrance ….  @BritishinFrance    @EdLlewellynFCO Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/ukinfrance Neighbourhood Watch French system  https://www.voisinsvigilants.org/ Key tags  #ambassador #christmas #embassy #france #rivierafirefly #brexit #consulate #fco     COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Download for free A pdf on all the books mentioned in the 10 podcasts in series 1   www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub.   Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance

Photo Booth fun for events with a difference Firefly chats to Franchise owner Smiley Booth France Lucy DiMora available for Events and Weddings . Highs of running a business, living on the Côte d'Azur, challenges of running a business. THIS EPISODE The Holidays are upon us! I’m sure all of us are in charge of at least one holiday party or know someone who will be planning one. Maybe you are in charge of entertainment? That is why I am so excited to have Lucy Di Mora with me today. Lucy is the owner of Smiley Booth Cote d’Azur. Photo Booths are an easy way to add a little festive fun for your next event. Smiley Booth is a franchise specializing in party-ready enclosed photo booths complete with crazy props. There are backgrounds to choose, faces to make, and memories to capture so easily. Lucy is the only Smiley Booth franchise in France. It is a relatively new industry in France, so hop on the trend train and hear all about how Lucy is bringing smiles to the Cote d’Azur. I want to throw a party now just so I can hire a Smiley Booth. I can imagine just how much fun it would be to crowd in front of the camera with my friends and family. Listen to learn more about Lucy’s business, her life in the Cote d’Azure, and how you can hire Smile Booth for your holiday event.   KEY POINTS The Cote d’Azur feels like home for Lucy and her family. Her children know English, Italian, and French. Why Franchising Smiley Booth made sense for Lucy. Everything you ever wanted to know about a Photo Booth. What kinds of parties work well with a Photo Booth. Lucy’s best tips for meeting people in the Cote d’Azur. The Snowman, The Leopard, and other books by Jo Nesbo Challenges of running your own business. Social Media experiments for marketing your business. The space you need to set up a Booth, as well as your budget. Mentioned by Antonia.. Leigh Bodin Fit Nutrition Amanda Renar Kate Threadgold Massage and Workshops Kate Adams Catered Events Tiffany Butler www.tbaevents.com Vonny Marshall Edwards Episode HERE Faye Villalbe Spring Tips Yoga healthy Living Important links mentioned by our guest Their Website Their Facebook Fragonard The book Jo Nesbo The Snowman Key tags  #franchise #smileybooth #wedding #celebration #50th #civ #teenagers #photobooth #cabinephoto #polaroid #mastermind #smallbusiness #partyplanner COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cotedazurliving in facebook all one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur HERE Home and Garden ideas HERE Business and networking Riviera firefly cocoon.  HERE Download for free A pdf on all the books mentioned in the 10 podcasts in series 1   www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub. Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes     

Episode 28 The Christmas table fare with Emma Orr the sausage lady from So-Sij in Antibes Sausages, Turkey, Scotch eggs, meat, gluten free SERIES: 2 IN THIS EPISODE I am here at So-Sij, the sausage shop of the Cote d’Azur. What is an English sausage and bacon shop doing in the middle of the French Riviera? I am here with owner Emma Orr to find out just that! Emma is finding smashing success with her incredible sausages made with fine ingredients and plenty of care. Christmastime is fast approaching, and So-Sij is the best place to order your festive meats and sausages for your holiday table. Learn all about what Emma has planned for 2018, her best memories growing up, and how Cote d’Azur living is fitting in with Scotch Eggs and Sausage. KEY POINTS How Emma came up with her clever business name. Hear all about what is coming up for Christmas. Emma grew up on a Farm. Hear how she turned that experience into a business. Emma’s secret to a Scotch Egg. Final dates for So-Sij turkey orders. Gluten-free sausages are made in a separate space. Meat-free alternatives. The biggest challenges of running an English business in France. Plans for refurbishment and next steps for So-Sij. What will be on Emma’s table.   Important links mentioned by our guest Emma Orr So-Sij Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thesausageladyantibes/ Key tags  #sausage #christmas #turkey #antibes #so-sij #glutenfree #yachts     COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cotedazurliving  in facebookall one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking   Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Download for free A pdf on all the books mentioned in the 10 podcasts in series 1   www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub.   Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes 

THIS EPISODE Fine wines and champagnes with VSF the yacht suppliers is the discussion of the day on the Riviera Firefly podcast. Claire Mottershaw from VSF- Vin Sans Frontiers chats champagnes, prosecco and fine wines and what to have on the festive table. She takes us through her business journey and what makes VSF the supplier with a difference – the one that the Chief Steward Stewardess and Captain should be looking for. We cover family life and how being your own boss can get you off the hamster wheel.   WE DISCUSS How did VSF start Claire’s background before coming to France Wine versus water What to do when you hit a glass ceiling Wine as an Asset class Bond Walthamstow Wine cellar Which wine for vegetarians for a Parsnip roulade LVMH Moët & Chandon vv Prosecco why has it become such a large market The Anglo-Saxon attitude to business The French port problem in 2017 PMEs form a large part of the PACA economy Family balance – being your own boss and being there for the children   CLAIRE RECOMMENDS Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Bordeaux  Poppy Santa Lucia Prosecco Extra Dry   Gréolières Skiing and private lessons http://www.greolieres.fr/ Sainte Agnes http://www.sainteagnes.fr/le-fort-de-la-ligne-maginot/   Books - AA Milne Winnie the Pooh Boks - Dan Brown Film - Paddington Bear 2 Roquefort les Pins    FREE DOWNLOAD Free PDF to their 2017 seasonal offers can be found and downloaded on rivierafirefly.com/27   Contact Claire: http://www.vsfgroup.com/ https://www.facebook.com/VinSansFrontiere/   USEFUL LINKS VSF http://www.vsfgroup.com Antibes Yacht Crew Jobs https://www.facebook.com/groups/1048863655171156/about/ Yacht Needs App https://www.facebook.com/yachtneeds/ The Crew Network https://www.facebook.com/The-Crew-Network-265864406827522 Teen Riviera https://www.facebook.com/groups/teenriviera/       COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cotedazurliving  in facebookall one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Business and networking   Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com  A pdf on all the books mentioned in the first 10 podcasts  will be available for download www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub.   #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #bluepavillon #cinema #PeterRabbit #stagesvacances #kidooland #moetchandon  #lvmh #crewjobs #chiefstewardess #crewnetwork #yachtneeds #glacierwater #vos #fiji #prosecco #champagne #wine #cloudybay #vsf

Pensions, Health, Education, Referendum all hot topics discussed with Ambassador in the Embassy organised meeting today. The 5th round of negotiations just finished a couple of weeks ago. The most important news was we are in “Touching Distance” from an agreement for citizens. Touching distance being a couple of months with this recording taking place on 7th November 2017. There are 3 million Europeans currently in the UK and 1 million Brits in the EU and so there top 3 priorities are citizen rights, Ireland and financial arrangements In the last negotiations the PM suggested an implementation period post Brexit on the 29th March 2019 that would last for 2 years. Ambassador Llewellyn communicated that progress is being made on the issue of  citizens rights “they are uppermost on the minds of British Ministers and the PM” . Citizen rights is “priority number 1” . Britain made a proposition for the EU citizens in return they are hoping for reciprocity – this was a key word. Nothing as we know has yet been formally agreed or signed but it would seem that at the moment things are looking hopeful.   Britains proposition, is a new status and term called Settled Status would cover the EU people living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years in the UK and for those that are already there at the point of Brexit, they would be allowed to continue staying until the 5 years has been accrued at which point they would then apply for “Settled Status” This proposition means same benefits, same access to healthcare  pension rights as British citizens. So the HOPE is that the remaining countries will do the same back! It needs to be a reciprocal agreement. There are still some issues to be resolved but again he reiterated they are in touching distance.   Gov.uk the Government website and the chart describes where they have reached the agreement in Red Amber and Green – lots of it is now green.   Not a fan of public speaking I did the 5,4,3,2,1 ask it and I asked the first question For Teenagers who will be applying to University at the moment he will apply the UK Brexit’s so in March 2019 for September 2019.. he wasn’t in a position to answer that negotiation is underway but we were put in contact with Michelle from the Embassy who will be ensuring that there is a follow up and they will write to me. I would say that if this is going to be possibly your case you also need to contact the     Tracy Leonetti was there and asked a question for early retirees and asked a question around the 5 year criteria for those that have moved to France and how the healthcare and pensions would work for them. Pensions from the UK here in France it will remain the case and is governed buy domestic UK regulation. Will it continue to be uprated – yes it will . Under this proposed settled status the S1 would continue for those that are already permanent residents. If you were on holidays at the time of Brexit then the EHIC would still be valid If you come after departure then this detail hasn’t yet been negotiated. Check the FCO website for more details – I’ll put that it the show notes.   Re the 2 year implementation period after will people still be considered as Europeans or not ..the proposal of course hasn’t yet been agreed – during which the current arrangements would continue to apply a “status quo”   If you are having a carte de sejour refused you can flag this to the Embassy as it is our right to have these ( I don’t mean whether it’s one of 5 or 10 years here)   There was obviously a lot of comments and questions from Brits who feel unheard and disenfranchised. Lots of anger around the lack of having a vote and denied the vote from our home country – we do not have the civil rights. Which reminds me that if you are a European living in France you have until the end of December this year if you want to vote in European and local municipal elections next year 2018. Get yourself down to your townhall with your Passport and proof of residence do it today or at least this week. Your right to vote as we know from being British and not having been able to vote is a privilege – use it.   There is a call to action here – you should get in contact with MPs in the UK and try and get this raised in the houses of parliament – it has been on the manifesto for the last 2 PMs so there is no reason it doesn’t get actioned. While I know they are focusing on Brexit I think that we need to  join our voices and get some action. Please share , like, review this episode – the more people we can get informed the better. Join our community on Facebook its 100% free and I will be sharing the latest information on this and many other issues facing us here in France https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Someone raised the question of Monaco . negotiations with regard to Italy has been progressing greatly but he wanted to go and check the details about Monaco.   I also asked the Ambassador on behalf of my sister who runs www.pebbles.fr an Au Pair, and Language placement company to flag up the issue of small businesses here in the Alpes Maritimes trading back in UK who’s whole livelihood depends on free trade . Some of these small businesses are already being affected. He replied that trade between our two countries is  of great value “we do a huge amount of trade every year and we obviously want that to continue and put into place arrangements that allow exactly that. He said he would take that point back to London for us.   The question of working visas was raised. It will depend on what France and the other 26 countries agree – it will depend on reciprocity.   There was also discussion of course about the referendum and its validity…   To the points of Associated membership and wills , the Ambassador was not able to comment or confirm on those at this time.   So there is the update from today’s meeting – while I know that many of you already will be up to date on this I thought it was worthwhile sharing the latest from our Consulate and Embassy as it stands. The clock is ticking let’s check back in on this in 2 months time if not before.   Tracy Leonetti’s Update You can find out more from her www.lbsinfrance.com/       IMPORTANT LINKS Cote d’Azur Living https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/ The Government website and the chart describes where they have reached the agreement in Red Amber and Green – lots of it is now green. Official website www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-paris The current Settled Status offer: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/more-detail-provided-on-new-settled-status-for-eu-citizens www.gov.uk/government/publications/voisins-voices-a-newsletter-fr-the-british-community-in-france Voisins Voices Newsletter – sign up on the Gov.UK www.gov.uk/world/living-in-france  for info on how to get access to healthcare, get documents legalised, lawyers and how to vote abroad etc. Twitter @UKinFrance and @BritishinFrance Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/ukinfrance www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F2213 for naturalisation www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F16003 (for carte de sejour)   This Riviera Podcast was sponsored by www.kidooland.com The Little English School in the South of France.   #brexit #ambassador #cotedazurliving #rivierafirefly #health #rights #kidooland #pensions #fco #gov.uk #monaco #italy #pebbles #aupairsbypebbles #visas #lbsinfrance

TITLE:  Episode 21:Organising your home and the benefits of Seaweed SERIES: Spring Tips to Cote d'AzurLiving EPISODE: Episode 21   THIS EPISODE   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the Summer holidays for 4-16 year olds and September for 0-16 year olds. A pdf on all the books mentioned in the last 10 podcasts  will be available for download www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub. To find out more about KidooLand www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   KEY POINTS Getting ready for Summer: Organising the home and your well being This is the 3rd  in our  mini series for Getting Ready for summer.. ..the weather here in the Cote d’Azur has suddenly changed overnight and we are coming out of our winter hibernation ..So what do I do at this time..   Spring clean Self care Tip-  Mr Propre Magic eraser is just fantastic at getting rid of wall marks.. Tip -  Woodruff’s podcast https://organize365.com/   Tip - Stair baskets Tip - Sunday Basket Tip - label maker Tip - Storage makboxes Share - Shed and garage organisation tips in our group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/     Julia Edgely seaweed  Dulce .   SEAWEED  minerals such as iodine magnesium ·      thyroid function ·      breast tissue growth     KidooLand will have different themed weeks through July and August for maternelle and primary kids based out of our Vallauris Sophia centre. Our premises is a year round one and so everything is set up for the little people . Now we are fully airconditioned which makes a real difference when the temperatures get up. Guidelines recommend we stay out of the sun from 11-16 and so it makes more sense to stay put with the little ones and even do half days if you can so they can have a lie in play in the garden at home before coming to us. Older kids we take out to the park and the Nautipolis swimming pool . It’s really with the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects …I’ve also been able to recruit some older teens to come and get some work experience with us and be there to interact and keep the English conversation flowing. www.kidooland.com/brochure       COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cotedazurliving  in facebookall one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/   Kate Threadgold http://www.kate-threadgold-massage.fr/en/  Julia Edgely homeopath http://www.vie4vitality.com/    if you have a business then it’s the group Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   #kidooland #adoland  #summerholidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france  #juliaedgely #homeopath #seaweed #organize365 @lisawoodruff @juliaedgely @katethreadgold

When I started KidooLand 10 years ago .. not many people mentioned the CIV – of course it was well established but it wasn’t something that every French parent thought about or perhaps they thought it was only reserved for the English.   Maybe with advances in the internet, social media etc people became have steadily become more aware .. I would say that today 8/10 clients that visit me with a child age 3-10 years old are doing so because They know that English is important They want their child to have this advantage They are not considering the Private International systems and are looking for a more affordable option.   Why do they come to me ? To summarise I have built up a good feeling and understanding for the international tests. I have 10 years experience teaching English to thousands of children, over that time I have done a lot of research,  speaking to their parents and hearing feedback from the success and failure stories of the international programmes and schools.   I also have had one child take the test for Sartoux, Trois Collines for entrance into CP and another who took the test in CM2 for 6eme for both the CIV and Fenelon. They were successful! Obviously we are English but we had to still work hard and this doesn’t mean a free pass – for reasons I can explain.   I have been in the very unique situation of having one child in the CIV system and the other in the Fenelon system which has been very interesting to see how they both operate as a family. We have mainly had very good experiences but there have also been challenges to overcome.   Due to the daily, increased demand I can no longer give individual consultations and advice. There is only one of me and there are hundreds of you!   So here is some free advice for everyone .. You must research what you have to do to prepare for the test now!  I would recommend you go to all the meetings organised by ASEICA and Fenelon and read their website thoroughly. They are the experts and as the exam changes every year they have the absolute latest information. Go through the forums on Facebook, ask questions . Listen to my Riviera firefly podcast Episodes 1-4 where I give you lots of essential and free information.   I know that you will want to speak with me so I will help! I have decided to be available for a small group of people interested in passing this test. This is your opportunity to hear my story, ask me my opinion and questions and for me to give you some advice, tips and a strategy for passing successfully the tests either on your own or with the help of KidooLand. What we can do though is help you understand how best to approach the exam and give your child an enriching experience learning English which will serve them for life and so this is not wasted time or money.   I want to be clear … The International programmes are not for everyone, of that I am certain. Due to so many factors when taking an exam, we cannot at KidooLand guarantee your child will be successful into these programmes. The demand is huge and only the very best are accepted.   You must register for the live event and places will be very limited on a 1st come 1st served basis. Do not leave it too late to think about your child’s English journey if you are considering taking this test!    

TITLE:  Episode 20: Making friends and meeting people and focusing on YOU detoxing your beauty cabinet and trying a new activity essential for expats. SERIES: Spring Tips to Cote d'AzurLiving EPISODE: Episode 20   THIS EPISODE Welcome to the Riviera Firefly I can’t believe we made it to this far .. this podcast started as an experiment really well more of a challenge by my business coach the amazing Nathalie Ekdahl from the Bizchix podcast..It has been a fun fun journey . I can’t tell you how wonderful it has been getting to chat with those amazing female entrepreneurs and 2 cool dudes on their life journey and I have also loved finding some useful business tips and solutions for you to implement in the hope you can streamline things and work less and play more. It hasn’t been without its challenges .. technical and epic fails .. interviews that go pete tong and it’s a times like that ..that a message like this one touches me deeply…   So  I received a really heart warming message from a listener the other day unprompted and unsolicited by me I hasten to add  .. she wrote You are providing us with so much info that after 14 years here as an anglo we have never had this! Bravo to you!!!   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the Summer holidays for 4-16 year olds and September for 0-16 year olds. A pdf on all the books mentioned in the last 10 podcasts  will be available for download www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub. To find out more about KidooLand www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   KEY POINTS   Being an expat in any country is hard! Starting your friendship TOP TIPS   Meeting new friends and how to get to know people better Set up a book club Work - Life - You balance needs to be in check .. do some R&R e.g. Groupon.fr for some vouchers. Join a choir - come and check out their events e.g. Fête de la musique   BACK ISSUES I refer to the following episodes http://www.rivierafirefly.com/podcasts/ Episode 10 Co founder of  the 5* Mas Candille Hotel Spa and Restaurant in Mougins Tina Silver Episode 12 Dog behaviourist Dawn Howard chats about Book Clubs Episode 6 Lizzy Parks Join a choir Episode 14 Al Roberts Blah Blahs Episode 19 Spring tips and suncream with Julia Edgely       COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Cotedazurliving  in facebookall one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   if you have a business then it’s the group Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   #kidooland #adoland  #summerholidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france  #juliaedgely #homeopath #skincare  #lizzyparks #bigblazechorus #choir

Welcome to the Riviera Firefly Top Tips for Spring. With special guests Faye Villalba and Julia Edgely. A special Firefly promotion and a free download. What’s not to like!   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the Summer holidays for 4-16 year olds and September for 0-16 year olds. A pdf on all the books mentioned in the last 10 podcasts will be available for download www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub. To find out more about KidooLand www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com KEY POINTS   TOP TIPS Faye Villalba Yoga Teacher’s ·      Self affirmations -      Amy Cuddy - https://www.ted.com/speakers/amy_cuddy ·      Stretches ·      Apple Cider Vinegar ·      Water ‘Kefia’ probiotic bacteria water Sun salutations : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MAGDI1TLKs Sun salutation Simple flow 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xI6Mzj_C_lE   TOP TIPS Julia Edgely Homeopath and Green Goddess ·      Babo botanicals https://www.babobotanicals.com/ ·      Cabana Life currently offering 15 % off https://www.cabanalife.com/ ·      SPF Day cream https://joshrosebrook.com/     TOP TIPS Sandrine Lemoine From  Ile Blanche Chambre d’Hote and B&B https://www.facebook.com/ileblanche   ·      Film Recommendation Demain – Tomorrow ·      https://www.demain-lefilm.com/en/film     TOP TIPS Home and Gardens: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Helen Basson Scape Design   https://www.facebook.com/scapedesign/ #RHSChelsea 2017 Day 12 #MandGGarden with #mycrocus Crocus.co.uk #halmannvella #chelseaflowershow   TOP TIPS Antonia from KidooLand ·      Bucketlist Crew ·      Golf – the driving range is very affordable 4eur a bucket ·      Take a lesson with Christophe Orbiton Biot Golf Course     FIREFLY GOOD DEALS Promotion for Faye’s Yoga Classes Tuesday and Thursdays 13h45-15h from 30th May – 5 sessions for 60 euros save 15 euros mention Riviera Firefly. Book Club PDF download for free our interviewees favourite books http://www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub/   BACK ISSUES ·      The full interview with Faye  where we chatted about her film career background and work with A List celebrities can be heard in episode 9 so that ties nicely with the Cannes Film Festival. So either on your podcast app scroll down to that or through the rivierfafirefly.com website and scroll down to Faye’s episode – it’s one of our most popular episodes so well worth a listen. http://www.fayevillalba.com/ ·      Julia Edgeley was also interviewed in Episdoe 5 .. I was just learning about technology and we did have some hiccups so I was thrilled when Julia agreed to record more content with me . Up next is the first of a series of clips that I will be sharing with you over the next couple of weeks ..this weeks topic is sunscreen. Homeopath.fr redirects to http://www.vie4vitality.com/  Julia is going to be running her last Baby massage workshop for parents with babies under 12 months. ·      Book here: https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-atelier-baby-massage-with-julia-homeopath-33306696225?aff=es2     COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS on Facebook..  cotedazurliving all one word for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur  https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   if you have a business then it’s the group Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   #kidooland #adoland #fayevillalba #yoga #juliaedgely #homeopath #skincare #sunscreen #applecidervinegar #summerholidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #golf #biotgolfclub #drivingrange #scapedesign

THIS EPISODE In this episode 18 Antonia chats with Rachael Dickens the English osteopath about moving to the South of France, why she became an osteopath and her business journey the highs and the lows. She shares some great tips on how to make new friends and some leisure activities that she loves doing in her spare time. She is also promoting some charitable events for the Wounded veterans organisation.   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the Summer holidays for 4-16 year olds and September for 0-16 year olds. To find out more about KidooLand www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com     KEY POINTS The English osteopath Rachael Dickens has 2 clinics one in Antibes and one in Beausoleil (64 metres from Monaco) Antibes: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Massage , Seafaring medicals Monaco : Osteopath, Clinical nutritionist, reflexologist, nurse, Osteos de coeur with the Croix Rouge Charitable work with skiing for heroes and wounded veterans.   WAYS TO MEET PEOPLE WHEN MOVING ABROAD AND MAKE SETTLING IN EASIER Riviera Fitmums https://www.facebook.com/groups/574322729245742/  Set up a  Gourmet Group or a Brunch Club and join a book club. Learn French eg Institut Français - Villefranche sur mer.  Go to the opera and the ballet. Favourite places chill - Klösters for skiing, Paddle boarding and Kayaking on the sea. Favourite saying is 'C’est noté’   CHARITY EVENT Supporting Wounded Veterans - charitable work https://www.facebook.com/Skiing-With-Heroes-Supporting-Wounded-Veterans-319165551531038/ Closed fundraising quiz night in Monaco. Treasure hunt in cars 35€ / per person and kids go free Saturday June 10th 2017.     BENEFITS OF JOINING A MASTERMIND Ring fence some time with some peers to hold each other accountable, to share and support. Antonia will set some up for small businesses and auto entrepreneurs later in the year..   What’s coming up for 2017 for Rachael Nigeria’s English Osteopath?    LINKS The English Osteopath : http://www.englishosteopath.com/ English Osteopath Monaco https://www.facebook.com/englishosteopathmonaco/ English osteopath Antibes https://www.facebook.com/englishosteopath/ Osteos de Coeur http://lesosteosducoeur.fr/  Antibes Buy it Sell it https://www.facebook.com/groups/antibes/ Golden Tulip Hotel Valbonne Sophia Antipolis http://www.goldentulipsophiaantipolis.com/fr KidooLand Summer camps http://www.kidooland.com  Business group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Riviera Living group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   #productivity #instagram #SMMW17 #rivieranannies #kidooland #rivieratouring #harryenfield #heliairmonaco  #goldentulipvalbonne #summercamp #anglais #stagesvacances #vacancesdete #cotedazur #cotedazurnow #france #frenchriviera #cotedazurliving #kidooland #rivierafirefly #monaco

TITLE: Outsourcing, Instagram tips from Riviera Nannies, Holiday ideas and Book club. SERIES: Productivity EPISODE: 17   THIS EPISODE In this episode Antonia tells a story about how even the best laid plans go wrong! She also chats with Hanna Schar about using Instagram and sets you a challenge. She shares some ideas and tips from the Cote d'Azur Living Facebook group on things to do in the April vacation here on the French Riviera and ends with some holiday reading .. for fun and for business! This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the Summer holidays for 4-16 year olds and September for 0-16 year olds. A pdf on all the books mentioned in the last 10 podcasts  will be available for download www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub. To find out more about KidooLand www.kidooland.com   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   KEY POINTS 1) Plans do not go to plan. 2) People won’t necessarily share their dirty washing on Facebook but everyone has challenges and you just have to pick yourself up and dust off ..move on. 3) don’t be afraid to ask for help. .. but make sure you ask help from the people that will bring you support and raise you up ..avoid the naysayers when things get tough. 4) outsourcing is key. 5) Get out and enjoy the Cote d'Azur in April 6) Book club .. books for fun and books for business Business group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ Riviera Living group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/   BOOKS TO READ The Other Hand / Little Bee by Chris Cleave.. http://chriscleave.com/the-other-hand-little-bee/   LINKS Lou Messougo holiday rental apartment South of France http://www.loumessugo.com/en/ Festival de Jardins Cote d'Azur: https://festivaldesjardins.departement06.fr/ Roots bar Valbonne Village www.facebook.com/RootsValbonne Harry Enfield Kev becomes a teenager https://youtu.be/dLuEY6jN6gY Heliair Monaco http://heliairmonaco.com Golden Tulip Hotel Valbonne Sophia Antipolis http://www.goldentulipsophiaantipolis.com/fr #productivity #instagram #SMMW17 #rivieranannies #kidooland #rivieratouring #harryenfield #heliairmonaco #loumessougo #holidayrental #southoffrance #rootsvalbonne #valbonne #8020salesmarketing #goldentulipvalbonne #summercamp #anglais #stagesvacances #vacancesdete #cotedazur #cotedazurnow #france #frenchriviera #cotedazurliving #rivieranannies @rivieranannies @heliairmonaco @loumessougo @kidooant  TRANSCRIPT Welcome to fireflies to your latest Riviera Firefly podcast! Coming up we have a quick and to the point pod from Hanna Schar Riviera Nannies on Instagram and some tips and a challenge for the April holidays ..so listen in First  I’m going to tell you a short story… Once upon a time there was a mum called Antonia she had 2 gorgeous teenagers a handsome husband . When she wasn’t busy being a mum and runner of households she had her own company to run looking after 150 other children every week . One month , it was March .. despite all of the Kidooteam’s excellent planning (because they really didn’t like firefighting) they decided they had to make a strategic change . This was a fairly big unplanned change and would mean they all had to redo lots of planning .. such a pity as they had already been planning for A but that this new opportunity was going to make them happier in the longrun even if it meant replanning. So they had to put other projects onto the back burner for a while and work on the new strategy. Luckily Antonia had a fantastic team , 10 supportive , positive and happy team members all pulled together with ideas on how to make things even better than before and as one of the team said “Things happen for a reason”  .. so they got to work .. even Brexit couldn’t keep them down for long … Along the way there were more challenges …..a  podcast interview that had to be cancelled ,  thunderstorms that did lots of damage to fences and gates in Antonia’s home and so lots of time was spent doing jobs that were urgent but not anticipated. Of course with Murphy’s Law this meant that the teenagers also chose this month to do their very best Harry Enfield Kevin impressions (do you tube the Ken becomes a teenager for a reminder) . What challenges you makes you stronger Antonia kept muttering to herself. The long intense days replanning and with 2 Kevin’s at home Antonia was getting too tired to come home and have to work on geometry or Spanish vocab..and then the clocks changed oh la la… An idea had been bubbling in the back of her head for a while .. her own business coach had told her outsource more .. outsource the things you don’t like doing. You are the CEO of your company in charge of strategy not the doer of everything. Gradually she gave more and more responsibilities to her team . They liked this as they were able to show how brilliant they could do these more important jobs. They felt trusted and valued. Antonia was happy too because she had more time to go out and do networking with other CEOs and find out how they did things. There was still the problem of running the household tasks .. if Antonia was honest this wasn’t where her interests lied - she was fed up doing laundry and could use this time to do strategic work for Kidooland or spending important quality time with her family ..and finally start painting, playing golf, walking the dogs, learning an instrument .. anything that was going to fill her boots as she was starting to realise the work life balance is actually made up of 3 boxes work – home and her Suddenly from nowhere appeared the Fairy Godmother “Google” ..I can help she said and sure enough she did …together they created a job advert  to find someone to do the laundry and  all those tasks that Antonia didn’t want to do anymore… not only would this make Antonia really happy but it had a knock on effect which in turn would make Mr B happier, the teenagers who really were just exhausted from their day where they leave the house at 7 and often don’t get back until 6 wouldn’t have so many weekend chores. She felt so much happier when she pressed publish on the advert and wondered why she hadn’t done it before. Looking back at her 12 week goals from January she realised she was just about to cross off another objective she had set herself. It felt so good to be able to free up more of her time to do more things she was good at and enjoyed. Tune in next time to find out how the interviewing process and find out if they are going to live happily ever after!! Well I hope you enjoyed that short story. Here are the key takeaways .. 1) Plans do not go to plan. 2) People won’t necessarily share their dirty washing on Facebook but everyone has challenges and you just have to pick yourself up and dust off ..move on. 3) don’t be afraid to ask for help. .. but make sure you ask help from the people that will bring you support and raise you up ..avoid the naysayers when things get tough. 4) outsourcing is key. Thanks to my mastermind chat today I am going to Upwork to outsource some digital work and free up more of my time. If you have 4 minutes left then I’m going to hand over to Hanna from Riviera Nannies who uses Instagram a lot.. Social Media Marketing World is the worlds largest SM convention .. and a clear message from this years was video is king right now specifically live in Facebook .. but that  as Facebook has become saturated .. Instagram is now going to be in the spotlight moving forward..so over to Hanna  IDEAS FOR THE APRIL HOLIDAYS I asked for some ideas for the holidays in the Cote d’Azur Living Facebook group and here were the top 3 .. Phoebe Thomas from Lou Messugo the gorgeous apartment rental in Roquefort les pins said Check out the 1st ever month long garden festival on the Côte d'Azur looks great with pop up gardens, show gardens, gardens open to the public and more. Scape Design are presenting a garden in Nice and won the Professionals Prize for their entry. Hannah French suggested Live musical evenings at Roots international bar in Valbonne Village  on Wednesdays and Saturdays I love Roots great atmosphere and it has a great range of beers ..if you’re the designated Driver then I can recommend their spicy ginger ale – delicious!   And finally Farahana Dee suggested you could try out Riviera Touring for some  guided Vespa and Motorbike tours in the area. Sounds like a Unique and fun way to discover the Riviera Heliar Monaco are running a promotion in April go and do a taster session for just 35€! Feel free to join in the discussions and the top liked answers will get a shout out in these pods.  

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly talks with Dawn Howard Dog Behaviourist aka The Fairy Dogmother chats about our 4 legged furry friends.  SERIES: Health and Lifestyle EPISODE: 12 THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly Episode Antonia talks with the Fairy Dogmother Dawn Howard. Dawn is a dog behaviourist and even had to train a dog on a super yacht!  Dawn Howard from Dogs d'Azur is the French Riviera's local dog expert. She is a dog behaviourist helping people to live happily alongside their furry friends, she actively helps refuge dogs find new homes and she also has a background in writing and editing.    Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.  We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com KEY POINTS What to expect from the programme. [03:00] Dawn loved school and went to a convent in England. She came to France when her husband relocated with his job. She has a background editing for the Daily Mail.  [05:00}I had so many questions for Dawn ..Dog training how she got into it , what is it and how does it work with Dawn. Areas that can be trained.. walking on a lead, getting rid of a fear, toilet training. It’s not training the dog it’s training you and training the family.  [10:00] Are dogs bilingual? Non verbal skills ‘wait’ ‘stay'[11:00} What is positive only method. [12:30] Rattle shakers for disciplining your dog [13:20] Which dog toys to buy? Kong [14:30] Dog eats a sock and needs an operation to remove it [15:00] Processionary caterpillars are dangerous to dogs. What are they, what to do if your dog comes into contact. Walk by the coast not near pine trees. Other risks to dogs are sand flies and ticks. [18:38] Woofer of the Week Riviera Radio 106.5 and Rachael Dickens the English Osteopath. [20:00] Refuges how you can help and fostering and adopting dogs.(see list below)  [23:00] Guide dogs for the blind require host families. [24:32] Challenges and how to deal with them .. think of them as a syntax make it into a positive! [25:21] Dawn meets Princess Anne when working for the New Shopper and was a birth partner in an emergency delivery. [28:00] Dawn also listens to these podcasts got and like, subscribe and share:  Adam Buxton, Scroobius Pip , BBC4WomenTalkingAboutCars, No such thing as a fish, The Inquiry, Woman’s Hour, Jason Mandford [31:00]  Who should Antonia interview next Kate Adams Catering and Event management or Daniel Crag and Rachael Dickens. [32:00] Contact Dawn via her Facebook Page Dogs d’Azur : https://www.facebook.com/06woofer Thanks to the army of people out there helping animals. [33:00] Start a book club!  Dawn’s book choices : Any autobiographies ... Burial Rites Hanna Kent ..Good Me Bad me  [35:00] Dawn Lives life with the following her life with the following mottos: “The world would be a better place if everybody could love as unconditionally as a dog”  and "Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t - you are probably right”    Dawn says to go and be a tourist and visit: Six Fours Les Plages. Perfect for a day out and a lovely lunch. Coming soon Rachael and Kate Adams from Adams and Adams Events and Catering management?!       IMPORTANT RIVIERA FIREFLY LINKS Kong toys https://www.kongcompany.com/fr/ French Riviera Animals (Facebook group)  https://www.facebook.com/groups/329024693975161/ REFUGES FOR ADOPTIONS FOSTERING DONATIONS Vence: 3192 Chemin du Riou, 06140 Vence. Phone: 04 93 24 08 45 Open 2-5pm every day   Antibes: Refuge Jean Duflos, 1770 Chemin des Terriers, 06600 Antibes. Open 2–5:30pm – Monday to Saturday 09 53 80 05 23   Carros Lou Gabaire, Industrial Zone 06510 Carros Open 2–5pm – every day except public holidays Phone: 04 93 08 11 79   St Vallier – just above Grasse for mostly old timers  Sos Foyers Chiens Ages - Retirement home for elderly dogs. 3 Route de Cabris, 06460 Saint Vallier de Thiey Phone: 06 36 88 57 31 email : asschiens.ag@orange.fr Open Monday to Saturday 2-5pm Sans Collier Provence in the Var Route de Méounes D554, 83136 GAREOULT  (located on the D554, between the roundabout entrance of commune of Garéoult and Néoules) behind the pound "Identity canine"  Phone refuge : 04 94 77 61 55 -   Other 04 94 86 95 64 (French / German spoken) Email : scp83 @ orange.fr Also the EMCGA – guide dogs for the blind in Biot – if you’d like to be a host family or help them in any way… they are fabulous and do an amazing job!  email: education@emcga.f   Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this year! This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis and Biot and with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com #dawnhoward #dogbehaviourist #rivierafirefly #kidooland #caterpillars #bookclub #podcast #entrepreneurs #france #cotedazurliving www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017.

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly Facebook Live SERIES: Tricks of the Trade  EPISODE: 11 (+1)   Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.  This mini midweek series looks at sharing some Tricks of the Trade with freelancers and small businesses. Join us in our dedicated Facebook community. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/ A place to share, support, learn and grow. #cotedazurliving #kidooland #facebooklive #rivierafirefly #bigblazechorus #englishosteopath #frenchriviera #entrepreneur #mompreneur   THIS EPISODE   In this Riviera Firefly Tricks of the Trade midweek episode Antonia talks about  Facebook Live .. It’s FREE and it can help market your business!!  How does it work, why bother  Who has done a Facebook live recently? The English Osteopath Rachael Dickens The Big Blaze Choir and Lizzy Parks Top tip :  Faye Villalba Yoga reminds us to smile..   There is a call to action:  challenging you to do your own Facebook Live. N.B. Don’t overdo it not too many otherwise viewers might switch off!    What is the Riviera Firefly: We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this year! This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis and Biot and with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017.

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly talks with Tracy Leonetti - LBS .. Leonetti Business Services SERIES: Lifestyle and Health EPISODE: 11   Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.    We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com     THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly Episode 11 Antonia talks with Tracy Leonetti "Leonetti Business Services" (lbsinfrance.com). If you are thinking about moving to France, setting up a company or becoming a French citizen you need to listen to this!  KEY POINTS What to expect from the programme Childhood memories on the buses Tracy talks about her background (the UK version of the ASSEDIC civil service in the UK)  Visit Lac de Vens, Lac Boreon for fishing ..Lac St Cassien Lac St Croix.. LBS helps auto entrepreneurs, micro enterprises, carte vitale, car registration, carte de secours, naturalisation process , troubleshooting If you are moving to France what documents must you bring with you.. Taking the language test for French citizenship .. tips and what to expect CFLEC Frances Osborne runs preparation classes for the test. What level of French do we need to pass B1?  Ways to improve your French … Networking Riviera Business Club, Professional Women’s Network Life Leverage - Rob Moore full of golden nuggets.. Podcasts and Audible using time efficiently … we share some of our favourites to listen to in the kitchen, gardening, household tasks!  Motto: If at first you don’t succeed try try again!  Don’t be put off if something doesn’t work.   CAF = The CAF stands for ‘Caisse des Allocations Familiales’ and it is the government body that helps families by offering different services and benefits going from early childhood, crèche, halte garderies, education, holidays, family allowances, pregnancy benefits & housing benefits. Many of these benefits are revenue tested, some are not. ASSEDIC = "Association pour l'emploi dans l'industrie et le commerce" (Association for Employment in Industry and Trade). Created in 1958, it was a French agency which collected and paid unemployment insurance contributions. IMPORTANT  LINKS MENTIONED ON THE RIVIERA FIREFLY PODCAST Tracy’s Website www.lbsinfrance.com Moving to France: www.lbsinfrance.com/relocation Check out LBS videos https://www.facebook.com/Tracy-Leonetti-Business-Services-164269757031167/ Connect professionally with Tracy https://www.linkedin.com/nhome/?trk=   Mentioned by Tracy... CFLEC : https://www.facebook.com/CFLEC-1425625361082037/ Riviera Business Club: www.rivierabusinessclub.fr   Professional Women’s Network  https://pwnnice.net/ French Club Business 06  www.clubbusiness06.com  Life Leverage: http://www.lifeleverage.co.uk/   Mentioned by Antonia Amyporterfield.com  Bizchix.com Small quick wins for business.. Ruby Wax podcast Rifday night Comedy from BBC Radio 4   PLACES TO VISIT Lac Boreon : http://www.saintmartinvesubie.fr/index.php/decouvrir/patrimoine-naturel/le-boreon Lac de Vens : http://www.altituderando.com/Les-lacs-de-Vens-2380m-par-le-col     Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this year! This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis and Biot and with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017.

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly talks with Tina Silver - serial mumpreneur with businesses in the UK and in France . We talk to her about how she started and of course about the stunning “Le  Mas Candille”  5* hotel with its Candille Spa and Michelin starred gastronomic restaurant. SERIES: Lifestyle and Health EPISODE: 10   Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.    We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com     THIS EPISODE In Riviera Firefly Episode 10 Antonia talks with mumpreneur Tina Silver . Tina is originally from the UK . After school she worked in Childcare . She had a passion for tennis and these led to her setting up the Academy Health Club and Spa in Harrogate. An opportunity led to them buying a hotel “Le Mas Candille and Candille Spa” which they have transformed into  a luxury 46-bedroom hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant, in Mougins, south of France KEY POINTS What to expect from the programme Tina shares so much with us ... Childhood memory ..back at school in Tiptree in Essex .. fruit picking ! working in childcare and special needs How Tina moved into the Academy Health Club and Spa industry .. Tennis  Moving from a barn to an academy spa pool creche ..still going strong 22 years later! If you are looking for something probably others are too .. do your research, tweak, be flexible but go for it! Installing small spas and gyms into hotel chains.. Wow and How! Responsibility as a business owner to employees. Le Mas Candille .. what did you buy originally? Any renovating challenges .. have a good team but business can be challenging' the swimming pool planning problem’  Michelin Stars!! They change the menus but you can still order your favourites they are there to serve! After work Fridays .. go and 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. February - April wine platters of food, Free trial of some of the treatments and well being e.g. shiatsu, threading or there may be theatre. See http://www.lemascandille.com/en/hotel/le-mas-candille-events/  Don’t be scared by the 5* hotel tag come and try out the  Afternoon Teas  Relaunching the Spa …ESPA Sue Harmsworth is the founder.http://www.espaskincare.com/  Family business will they be taking on the Silver Empire.. Tips: Limone skiing ..Walk around the stunning Cap d’Antibes .. Sports Plage Plage de Midi Cannes .. St Honorat Beautiful region lets promote it! Funny customs - the end of year party How to meet people .. just go for it .. keep at it - it takes time..get into the community and don’t stay in the expat bubble! Top books: 'Nudge' Richard Thaler .. Jab Jab Jab Right Hook Gary Vaynerchuk recommended at the Social Media Marketing World San Diego..Magic Kingdom for Sale - Sold Terry Brooks. Some business tips … don’t always sell .. use videos .. ask questions ..find your niche and find your platform .. get into storytelling. Mantra: Follow your dreams and don’t regret.    Wasn’t that just brilliant ..? We learnt so much about some great local must visit places but also some total business gems no matter how big or small you are .. I’m going to have to listen again! I am writing right now a to do note an action to take time out go to the after work party and breath in that view maybe I’ll see you there ?? I also want to check out a treatment and the ESPA range this year with Valentine’s and Mother’s day coming up there is a hint there for you  Mr B! So note to selves .. don’t be be scared of the 5 stars let’s enjoy and support this fabulous local family run business.   OK fireflies that’s a wrap thanks for listening.   #cotedazurnow #cotedazurfrance #cotedazurliving    IMPORTANT  LINKS MENTIONED Facebook http://www.facebook.com/LeMasCandille  Website in English bit.ly/Lemascandille  LinkedIn Hotel Le Mas Candille Google+ Le Mas Candille YouTube Le Mas Candille Amyporterfield podcast ..http://www.amyporterfield.com/category/podcast/  Limone Ski resort: .www.limonepiemonte.it    Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this year! This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis and Biot and with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017.  

TITLE:  Yoga teacher Faye Villalba talks life on the Côte d’Azur. SERIES: Lifestyle and Health EPISODE: 9   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly podcast, Episode 9 Antonia chats with yoga teacher Faye Villalba about her career in the film industry and setting up her own yoga classes and workshops here in the South of France. Why not set up your own health retreat while on holiday in the South of France #cotedazurliving #cotedazurfrance KEY POINTS [01:00] What to expect from the programme
 
 
 [02:00] Join a mum and baby club! [03:20] Childhood memory and power of the mind [04:30] Faye and the film business ..Mickey Rourke, Robert de Niro, John Travolta, Henry Darrow [08:50] Rhinoceros Hunting in Budapest Nick Cave, Ewen Bremner [09:45] Becoming a mum, juggling work and changing careers [11:00] Make your passion your work .. be paid to do what you love [11:45] Different types of yoga Hatha, Ashtanga, Bikram, [13:00] Faye's yoga is Iyengar awakening the spine. [15:30] Balance is so important. All ages .. yoga is for everyone you just have to find the right yoga style. [17:00] Lucy Moore Groove Yoga Studio .. [17:50] Timing and mind need to be right. [18:00] Retreats , workshops - set up your own spa ..come on holiday , rent a villa and organise the practitioners to come and run courses, boot camp for you and your friends. eg Julia Child's villa. [20:00] A funny French custom "les bises" going back to England and when you are 2 men! [21:40]  Place to visit: Les Courmettes and the old oak tress .. views of Corsica. [22:45] Favourite books.. Hilary Mantel ‘Wolf Hall’ …Caitlin Moran ‘How to be a woman’ [23:20] Tip: Set up a book club! [25:15] Inspirational Quote: I have suffered many terrible things in my life, most of which have never happened!   Now listeners it’s time to smile ;-) Thanks Faye. Group Classes until June 2017 Monday mornings from 9am to 10.15am at the Bastide des Lumières, Roquefort les Pins Monday evenings from 6.30pm to 7.45pm, in Valbonne Tuesday afternoons from 2.30pm to 3.45pm, in Valbonne Wednesday mornings IN FRENCH from 9am to 10.15, at the Bastide des Lumières, Roquefort les Pins Friday mornings from 9am to 10.15am, at Olga Expression, Roquefort les Pins Friday afternoons from 2.30pm to 3.45pm, in Valbonne   Lizzy Parks (Episode 6 sings with her various groups and bands at private events and weddings.. Julia Edgely from episode 5 and Faye can help you organise health workshops and both lots of contacts in this field.. Hein and Wietzie from episode 8 can organise furniture painting and art workshops in Lorgues in the Var Episode 10 we talk to Tina Silver from Le Mas Candille 5* hotel now if you are looking for a place to stay, a spa treatment or to have a coffee somewhere fabulous check that out.   IMPORTANT LINKS Riviera Mums find a baby group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/377881652292141/   Website: www.fayevillalba.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!YogaFayeVillalba Groove Yoga: www.grooveyoga.guru/yoga-studio-valbonne-village/about-groove-yoga    Julia Childs http://www.biography.com/people/julia-child-9246767   Les Courmettes : www.courmettes.com/en/ Hilary Mantel Wolf Hall https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf_Hall Caitlin Moran How to be a woman http://www.caitlinmoran.co.uk/how-to-be-a-women/     Rumblefish: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mickey_Rourke Henry Darrow : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Darrow Rhinoceros hunting in Budapest : http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117472/   Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this year! This episode was brought to you by KidooLand The Little English School on the French Riviera. Running classes and holiday camps for children age 0-16 years and workshops for grown ups too! In Vallauris Sophia Antipolis and Biot and with AdoLand visiting the Côte d’Azur www.kidooland.com #yoga #southoffrance #robertdeniro #fayevillalba #henrydarrow #yogaretreat #cotedazurliving #cotedazurfrance #hillarymantel #caitlinmoran     If you do live here .. and you love it and you have something to share get in touch! It really is fun, laid back and such a reat way to put back into the community. Go to rivierafirefly.com and through there you can contact us to suggest a podcast chat.. we are open to most themes! Please do tell your friends about ut, like , share and review us on itunes it will help in the algorithms for others to find us and that will mean more fantastic people to interview.   OK thanks for listening Fireflies have a good week. If you would like to hear more from fabulous people here on the Cote d’Azur..So would you like to come and share your experience here in the Cote d’Azur ..

TITLE: Atelier Autentic duo Hein and Wietzie talk Furniture painting, chalk paints SERIES: Lifestyle and health EPISODE: 8   Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly Episode 8 Antonia talks with Hein and Wietzie from Atelier Autentic. We cover their background and what they did before coming to "live the cream" in the sunny South of France. They are living proof that you can feel the fear and do it anyway changing career directions and relocating.   KEY POINTS [03:00] The early memories.. [06:45] Flipping the lifestyle to live life and enjoy it. [07:45] House building [09:15] The island! Upcycling and relooking furniture from le bon coin. [12:30] Painting workshops with Autentico paints. Furniture and yes you can paint material and upholstery! [14:30] Different painting techniques to get a shabby-chic look .. [17:00] Painting metal, plastic! [17:30] Prepping wood before adding the chalk paint. [21:15] KidooLand workshops in the Alpes Maritimes, Advances courses in Lorgues in the Var. [23:00] Place to visit on the Cote d'Azur .. top beach : Ramatuelle l'escalet [24:00] Books to read : Robert Jordan fantasy series .. [26:00] Living your life inspirational quotes: Fortune Favours the brave .. Luck is a skill...Get out of your comfort zone.   Thanks Hein and Wietzie Geber it was as always a pleasure ;-) ... IMPORTANT LINKS http://www.atelier-autentic.com/   https://www.instagram.com/atelier_autentic/   https://www.facebook.com/furniture.chalk.paint/   https://fr.pinterest.com/ArtbyWietzie/chalk-paint/  The Beach: http://www.plages.tv/detail/plage-de-l-escalet-ramatuelle-83350 The books: https://www.fantasticfiction.com/j/robert-jordan/   OUR SPONSOR This episode was sponsored by www.kidooland.com The little English School in Sophia Antipolis on the French Riviera I want to thank KidooLand.com for sponsoring these podcasts .. basically each show takes a several  hours to record and edit and publishing has many associated costs so I can only do this with their backing . So a shout out to  KidooLand the little English school outside of Sophia Antipolis and back soon in the Beachcomber French Riviera 4* hotel . We celebrate our 10 years in business in the South of France this year so keep an eye on as as we have some fun things coming up.. and I want to thank all of you who have supported us over the years .. you are literally in the thousands….thousands of families who have had confidence in my and my company and keep coming back and telling your friends about us. It is no mean feat running a business / a venture however big or small in France especially as a foreigner and it is down to all of us to support and share the love. Go back to previous episodes and hear how Julia Edgeley and Lizzy Parks have created their niche here .. subscribe and like so you can hear Phoebe Thomas Faye Villalbe Tina Silver and Tracy Leonetti talk about how they have set up business services, hotels and spas, yoga workshops .. I’d love to hear from you if you have moved to the south of France , started a venture ..its important we get your message out there. It’s also important more now than ever that we put the South of France back on the map as a place to visit..last years atrocities are damaging our tourist industry and I don’t mean the big hotels I mean the little B&B, the gite owner who’s bookings for the summer are drastic..it will have a roll on effect on everyone .. no bookings for them mean no tourists in our shops , no one spending money ok I’m not going to go on a negative here so what’s the solution .. we need to take action .. use social media once per week to promote the cote d’azur a photo on a hike, a beautiful sunset, a facebook live video at a Provencal market . We are so privileged to be in this beautiful part of the world ..let’s get it back in the news for the right reasons #cotedazurliving.  

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly talks with Antonia from KidooLand and the Riviera Firefly. SERIES: Busy mums and small businesses get organised. EPISODE: Our sponsor KidooLand celebrates their 10th anniversary this month!   Riviera Firefly podcast is your online show where we chat about  living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur.    We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   This episode has been sponsored by KidooLand so that you can listen to it for free. KidooLand is the Little English school here on the French Riviera offering activities for babies, toddlers and big kids all year around. Most of their activities are in English including holiday camps in Vallauris and from April back in the The BeachComber Riviera a 4star hotel in the heart of Sophia Antipolis.     THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly Episode 7 Antonia talks about KidooLand and the changes that have happened. What's new for 2017. She shares her favourite technical tools for making home and work life easier.   KEY POINTS   [01:30] Setting up a business quick tips [2:00] How has KidooLand changed in 10 years, what's changed. New activities for adults (French class, painting class) the Tea Room, AirCon, the Sophia Country Club holiday camps now in the Beachcomber Riviera. [03:50 ] Top apps and software you use to make life as a busy mum, mumpreneur and entrepreneur easier.   Evernote -> LinkedIn TextExpander a fast and easy way to autofill documents, emails etc. Wordswag (app) Cozi (app) Dropbox OurPact recommended by Jamie Oliver Audible 'I am a badass' Jen Sincero '12 week year' Brian P Moran [12:00] What is coming up for Antonia  KidooLand & Riviera Firefly [12:30] Who’s coming up in future Riviera Firefly podcasts? Rachael Dickens the English Osteopath, Tracy Leonetti to talk about getting your French ready for the citizenship test, Tina Silver Le Mas Candille, Faye Villalba and more!!. [13:20] Can you share a useful facebook groups?  Cote d’azur living group - 5,500 members now and is a dynamic place  .. ask and reply to the member questions on top restaurant when granny visits, where to go mountain biking a change in the law a problem with a landlord  Nancy’s Carboot Valbonne  https://www.facebook.com/groups/251046745048062/ Antibes Buy it Sell It rent it https://www.facebook.com/groups/antibes/ Debbie’s Riviera Mums for all questions kid.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/377881652292141/ For entrepreneurs you have Riviera Entrepreneurs . https://www.facebook.com/groups/1472723046325997/ French Riviera Animals for the furry 4 legged friends. https://www.facebook.com/groups/329024693975161/ Social media  for charities  Refugee Aid Cote d’Azur https://www.facebook.com/groups/431514883706994/ Kenyan Kids set up by Julie Hellon a local lady  https://www.facebook.com/KenyanKids Mimosa Matters by a wonderful group of ladies raising money and awareness for local cancer charities. https://www.facebook.com/mimosamatters What book have you just read?  Jodi Picault’s 'Small big things' I’d highly recommend both!  A plug for Louis your trainee host for the day Film Crisis Studios ...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS2g_pLJuJtqbbb_yPLvqvw   IMPORTANT RIVIERA FIREFLY LINKS This episode was sponsored by www.kidooland.com The little English School in Sophia Antipolis on the French Riviera .. weekly activities for 0-12 year olds holidays camps for 4-16 year olds and workshops for grown ups too - it’s all going on in KidooLand.   www.rivierafirefly.com Copyright 2017.

TITLE:  Riviera Firefly Podcast meets Julia Edgeley SERIES:  Lifestyle and Health series EPISODE: 5 Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com THIS EPISODE On Today’s Riviera firefly Episode 5 podcast is part of the Health and lifestyle series Antonia talks with Julia Edgeley homeopath, naturopath kinesiologist and a speaker in health retreats. We were faced this week with sickness, super strong winds and a host of technology challenges hence the slight echo ..we had to edit out the black outs!  (when will good fibre internet access be here?!) but the message is important on getting healthy, looking after your body as you’ve only got one. BACKGROUND Julia is originally from Dublin Ireland and came to the South of France over 12 years ago with her partner when the osteopathy rules changed for foreign practitioners . He’s an osteo and so was then able to open his own Osteopathy clinic. Once settled in to Cote d’Azur living she opened her own clinics down here on the Cote d’Azur  and if you haven’t been treated by her you probably know an Anglophone who has.  She is funny and always laughing and great to be around .. yet when you are in consultation you quickly realize she has an incredibly wide reaching knowledge and takes a whole picture view of you before focusing on what remedies are needed. She is also a trained baby massage instructor which is how I originally met her many moons ago through KidooLand and super happy to announce that we have put regular dates in the diary to offer this to new mums and their gorgeous babies in 2017. Right now she also the Cote d’Azur’s very own green goddess having more recently turned her spare time to understanding healthy eating, healthy beauty routines and ensuring that on  the inside and on the outside we can walk a healthier path through life.. In 2016 I was privileged to see her talk several times on  #cleanyourbeautyroutine – I was so taken with it and its importance for future generations that we then collaborated together organizing an amazing workshop for teenagers via AdoLand where the teens got to make their own toothpaste, hair gel, spot creams and they left understanding that they need to read the labels before putting products on their bodies ..such an important message
 KEY POINTS [04:16] What to expect from the programme
 
  [02:00] Adoland workshop with Julia Edgeley [03:30] Julia’s childhood memory [05:30] A funny job you did before becoming a homeopath [07:18] Misconceptions around homeopathy. [10:20] Tweeting , Social Media, Blogger #cleanyourbeautyroutine How did you get into cleaning your beauty routine? Disney hair.. [12:20] Bananas in hair [14:00] Coconut oil teeth , face and skin, body, deodorant..washing hair with eggs! [16:45] Question from a teenage Clean your beauty routine Workshop .. what’s a good naturel facemask for winter Aloe Vera and honey. [18:05] Micro beads .. the problems. [20:00] “Organic” No more dirty books nomoredirtylooks.com/thebook/ oops there’s an editing blip here due to losing sound for a while! [21:00] Falling of the healthy wagon… oh no we lost internet connection.. so I had to do a little summary of her favourite walk near Pont du Loup.   We will follow up with a second session on Healthy Eating, we will have to go back to the epic fails bread style … until then check out Julia’s blog! IMPORTANT LINKS http://www.vie4vitality.com/ https://www.facebook.com/babymassage06 https://juliahomeopath.wordpress.com/ http://www.beyond.fr/villages/pontloup.html (For the walks near the Loup) This episode was sponsored by www.kidooland.com The little English School in Sophia Antipolis on the French Riviera #aloevera #juliaedgeley #homeopathy #cleanyourbeautyroutine #rivierafirefly

PREPARING AND TAKING THE PRIMARY TEST FOR SARTOUX CIV INTERNATIONAL TEST - 'EDUCATION SERIES' EPISODE 2 Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com THIS EPISODE In this Riviera Firefly Episode 2 Antonia from KidooLand the Little English School shares tips on preparing and taking the Primary test for the infamous CIV  English sections. The International Sections of Trois Collines and Sartoux Primaire are managed by ASEICA - Association for the Support of International Education on the Côte d'Azur A non-profit organization supporting international education on the Côte d'Azur. Sartoux Primary - Primary school near Valbonne Les 3 Collines - Primary school in Mougins L'Eganaude - Collège in Biot Sophia Antipolis Niki de St. Phalle - College in Valbonne César - College in Roquefort les Pins CIV - Colleg KEY POINTS [04:16] What to expect from the programme   [04:45] Can Anglophones get into Sartoux, Trois Collines, CIV , Fenelon? What is a typical profile. [06:30] What if my child is trying to get in for CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2? [07:40] Is the programe tough? [09:20] Academie de Nice registration and test dates [10:00] What happens in the primary test [12:00] What can you do at home to prepare for the test [15:40] Other options if you are not accepted into the ASEIC programme Other bilingual / good English programes in schools in PACA Mougins school, EBICA Sophia Antipolis, Montessori, Notre Dame Tramontane, Stanislas Fenelon Cannes [18:30] English in the public systems [20:25] AngloKidoo Kids International class in KidooLand Vallauris, KidooLand La Petite Ecole anglaise offers Preparation Holiday Camps (Stage Vacances) , a VIP member group ESL Cocoon for International Tests OIB versus IB BLOG Mainstream International Option Cote d'Azur   IMPORTANT LINKS http://www.kidooland.com/ (register for the newsletter and you will get top tips on how to improve English at home / Holiday Camps in English/ Preparation for International tests) http://rivierafirefly.com/ http://www.stanislas-cannes.com http://www.ndtramontane.com/ http://www2.ac-nice.fr/  http://aseica.org/ http://rivieraradio.mc/  http://institut-fenelon.org/ Institut Fenelon Grasse    

Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com   Episode 1 Riviera Firefly introduction , Internation Test for CIV and Fenelon VIP membership group   Key points [ 01 :48  ] Riviera firefly is for everyone living on the Côte d’Azur - we have a closed members group on Facebook for local information, tips, business adverts    [02:55] A little background on the host Antonia Beauvoisin-Brown   [05:16] Information for parents with teenagers in our Facebook group teenriviera. It is a free cocoon for members to share everything teen. January 2017 new free mastermind group to focus on life after the baccalaureate , what are the next steps available and how to go about finding out about university in UK, Europe and USA ...foundation courses etc.   [06:25] Later in the education series Antonia will interview partners and experts in the various eduction areas e.g. Montessori, Waldorf Steiner and those with 1st hand experience in Mougins School, ISN Colibris EBICA etc. Life and leadership coach specialising in education.   [07:30] Coming up Brexit, becoming a French citizen   [08:35] KidooLand the English after school for babies to big kids. Weekly classes, holiday camps, preparation for the international tests ..Promotion in the Cocoon VIP International Examinations Membership group   for CM2 10-11 year olds prepare and take the CIV and Fenelon tests. 75eur/ month until end dec 2016 then 95eur/month from january 2017. http://www.kidooland.com/single-post/2016/12/02/VIP-Membership-International-Examinations-Cocoon    Please rate review and subscribe!    Key links Sponsor: www.kidooland.com    www.rivierafirefly.com www.facebook.com/rivierafirefly    www.facebook.com/cotedazurliving  www.facebook.com/teenriviera 

The final episode in our Festive series Katia from Bio Valbonne our first French interviewee pops on to reflect on her first year in business in 2017 and 2018. How do you go from an idea to setting up a shop to opening it, marketing and making the business work.  She shares her business model for this organic delicatessen and greengrocers. There is noise in the background as we recorded in her shop! KEY POINTS Originally from The Vosges area Katia Laouar enjoyed her time here before moving South. She spotted a gap in the market and opened the Bio Valbonne grocery in March 2017. Her background was helping her parents in their shop the Cremerie du Cap . This helped her to eat well and have a passion for good food, whole foods, gluten free , organic, vegan offerings. Bio Valbonne work closely with local artisans for Fresh produce bread, cheese, cookies, delicatessen and pukka teas. When thinking about opening a business: Focus on your ideas , visualise what you want, be flexible with the idea and believe in yourself. Ensure you understand about all the paperwork and administration that feeds into your business plan. Marketing - Katia looks for cost effective ways using the internet . Maximising visibility via Facebook and Instagram. Work your network. She tailors what products they provide to their customers. Challenges have been the hours needed to run the shop. So need energy and balance internally to be able to cope with the demands. Vegan and Vegetarian how ready is the French market? Valbonne is an open village, dynamic and international. Katia likes to do sport to balance her energy Crossfit in Antipolis, goes running near the sea on the Cap d'Antibes. Swimming in the Olympic swimming pool it's heated and open air. Important links mentioned by our guest   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biovalbonne Instagram:biovalbonne La Marmite Vegetale https://www.facebook.com/lamarmitevegetale/ http://www.cannes.com/fr/sport/piscines/centre-aquatique-grand-bleu.html Key tags #organic #bio #biovalbonne #valbonne #france #rivierafirefly   COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUPS Type Cotedazurliving  in facebook all one word our Free community for everything about living and visiting the cote d’azur https://www.facebook.com/groups/cotedazurliving/ Home and Garden ideas https://www.facebook.com/groups/HomeGardenAlpesMaritimes/ Business and networking  Riviera firefly cocoon. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireflycocoon/   Our sponsor -   This podcast was sponsored by KidooLand the Little English School who have just opened inscriptions for the next holidays for 4-16 year olds KidooLand nicknamed “the little English school” by our clients has a  year round premises is  set up for the little and big people. We run English activities all year round as well as holiday camps in Vallauris Sophia and Valbonne. With the Ados that we get to explore the Cote d’Azur in great depth .. Mougins, Cannes, Biot and more for cultural and really fun outings and this year we add in community awareness projects. www.kidooland.com Riviera Firefly is your online guide to living on and visiting the French Riviera and the Côte d'Azur. We cover topics such as Education for children and adults, Places to visit, Health and lifestyle, hobbies and leisure and have lots of fun here in the Alpes Maritimes. We also talk to inspiring local entrepreneurs and small businesses about how they started their careers in France, dealing with administration and what brought them here in the first place. Topical issues such as Brexit and what this means to expats will also be covered in 2017. Our online directory and magazine can be found on www.rivierafirefly.com #kidooland #adoland  #holidays #cotedazur #cotedazurliving #summercamp #english #france #stagevacances #ecole #mougins #valbonne #antibes #biot #vallauris #cannes #expat #movingtofrance Download for free A pdf on all the books mentioned in the 10 podcasts in series 1   www.rivierafirefly.com/bookclub.