Moving to France: Sean's Journey from Virginia to the Côte d'Azur | Real French Connections #1

Welcome to "Real French Connections" by French Connections HCB!
In this exciting new series, we take you on a journey through the inspiring stories of our clients who have successfully relocated to the beautiful country of France with the help of French Connections HCB. Our goal is to showcase the real-life experiences, challenges, and triumphs of those who have made France their new home.
Episode 1: Sean's Journey from Virginia to the Côte d'Azur
In our premiere episode, we introduce you to Sean, from Virginia, USA, who made the bold decision to move to Fréjus, France. Sean's story is one of passion, determination, and a deep love for French culture.
Background and Motivation: Sean, a history enthusiast, was captivated by the rich cultural heritage and picturesque landscapes of France. His dream was to immerse himself in the French way of life and discover the historic charm of Fréjus.
Relocation Assistance: Our team has provided comprehensive support, navigating the complex French administrative processes especially where registering his vehicle and his and his wife Audra's carte vitale were concerned.
Historic Property: Sean purchased a stunning historic building in the heart of Fréjus, a place filled with character and history. This episode delves into the details of this unique property and how it symbolizes Sean's dream coming to life.
Overcoming Challenges: Relocating to a new country comes with its own set of challenges. Sean faced numerous hurdles, but with the expertise and guidance of French Connections HCB, he was able to smoothly transition into his new life in France.
Join us as we explore Sean's incredible journey and see how French Connections HCB can turn dreams into reality. If Sean's story inspires you to make your own move to France, don't hesitate to reach out to us for a consultation.
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Credits:
Special thanks to @mattwhitingtravel for the breathtaking video footage of Saint Raphael.
Make sure to stay tuned for more episodes of "Real French Connections," where we bring you closer to the heart of France, one story at a time.
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0:00 - Intro
1:04 - Why did you move to France?
6:53 - Help with French administration
10:55 - How well did you integrate into your new community?
15:00 - Choosing a location and apartment
19:01 - What is the biggest difference between living in the US and living in France?
20:56 - What is your favourite place in your local area?
22:48 - What advice would you give people thinking of moving to France?
26:07 - Outro
#movetofrance #anewlifeinfrance #frenchproperty

[@MattWhitingsEurope]

Great video. Interesting to hear Sean's story. Thanks for using some of my footage as B roll. 😃

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Thank you Matt for giving us access to it!

[@traveltirement]

Terrific interview Jen! These are the stories that inspire folks to keep going. Even when the process get's bogged down or the bureaucracy feels overwhelming. Well done! And congrats to Sean and Audra 🥳

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Hi Tommy thanks so much for watching! More to come!

[@ivanlefou9450]

Live long and enjoy 🙂

[@willnelson3362]

Inspiring story, thank you!

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Hi Will thanks for watching! Many more like these to come so stay tuned!

[@mohammedsharif2651]

Remarkable story and interview ❤. Enjoyed it.

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@micheldaubigne7629]

👍👍👍💜

[@joaoalcideolenski4340]

Very well!

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Thanks a lot!

[@7314jazzy]

Great interview, proving dreams do come true:). Happy for Sean and Audra. We are in a similar situation - my husband is American and I have both US and EU passports and we are hoping to spend 5 months EACH YEAR in Nice. I am getting contradicting answers from the French Consulate in DC: my husband needs a long stay visa AND (as a spouse of the EU member) he does not need a visa for the 5 months. Do you know which one is correct? Did Sean's wife need a visa? Thank you!

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Hi and thanks so much for watching! You will need to apply for a EU spouse visa that can be applied for directly in France we can of course assist with the entire process. Please feel free to visit our website www.frenchconnectionshcb.com for more information and to book your consultation with us where we can outline a full plan for you. Thanks again for watching!

[@reklovjj]

Or seek dual citizenship! Born in France married an American (not for citizenship just in case anyone wonders) and that was pretty fast I’d say. My wife now ex never considered it but our Sons should they choose have that possibility anytime just by applying in French consulate.

[@LeoLady3966]

I want to move there💓

[@yiddishshmiddish]

Me too!😊

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

We can help!

[@christinabayma119]

Sounds like a wonderful apartment building. Do you think that type of community is typical or atypical? Also while I’m learning French I worry we might feel limited with regard to outings and attending events where if we don’t know French we might be lost or bored. Do you think it’s easy to participate in events, classes, etc where English may be spoken?

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

Hi Christina we would suggest perhaps joining your local alliance française regarding french lessons. We would also recommend investing the area before moving as many parts of france are now a lot more English spoken friendly and have larger communities of expats. Equally we would suggest that immersing yourself in the language and culture also will speed learnings up.

[@christinabayma119]

@@frenchconnectionshcb thank you. We’ve definitely looked into AF and our local senior center has conversational French sessions weekly. I’m more concerned for my husband who struggles more with language learning than myself. Also sometimes you just want to enjoy something without the added stress of working your brain to understand in another language. Just be lazy sometimes. We love theater and would enjoy an English speaking play now and then.

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

@@christinabayma119 Hi Christina, The good news is many parts of France hold a lot of english speaking groups and facilities (plus it's a short flight to London if you really want an english play) we would suggest looking at international cities like Nice, Pau, Bordeaux, Paris if you want to make sure you have plenty of options. But again lots of areas have a lot of international areas these days France is getting a lot better at offering English speaking options.

[@christinabayma119]

@@frenchconnectionshcb thank you.

[@frenchconnectionshcb]

We are super happy to help! And of course can assist with any situation when moving to France stay tuned and in touch!

[@Parisian71]

The so-called '' American Dream '' is to GET OUT OF THE US to LIVE in Europe !!