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A Few Things I Loved in September (opens the original)
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I’ve decided to change up my monthly Field Notes posts. Instead of focusing on new openings and events along the French Riviera, I’ll use these posts to share more of what I’ve been loving lately. Places I’ve visited, things I’ve eaten, books and shows I’ve gotten into, and whatever else has stood out that month. Along with, of course, a little of what’s going on in my life.This September was an incredibly full month that somehow flew by. We started the month on the island of <a href="https://al
Instagram vs. Reality: Life on the French Riviera (opens the original)
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The French Riviera is unquestionably one of the prettiest places in the Mediterranean, and social media does a great job of showing that. The sparkling blue sea, the charming seaside towns, the daily markets full of fresh produce.But are people really spending two hours at lunch sipping rosé? Is it really that easy to get around without a car? Do our wardrobes really consist of effortlessly chic linen, sundresses and woven bags? There are some details that these accounts conveniently leave out.A
The European Quirks I've Picked Up Over Time (opens the original)
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Seven years, three countries, and a whole lot of travel have introduced me to a number of European traditions, habits, and quirks that I wasn’t previously aware of. Some of these I have willingly embraced and easily adapted to, while others just don’t work for me. Apparently, cultural assimilation isn’t a straight line. I will defend seasonal produce and correctly identifying European bodies of water with an unreasonable amount of conviction, but you can pry my tumble dryer from my cold, dead ha
The Places That Made Up My Istanbul Summer (opens the original)
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I’ve been visiting Istanbul for about 15 years, but this summer was the first time I really felt like I was living there, not just visiting.Instead of squeezing everything into a week or two, I had nearly two months in the city. It was enough time to have routines, to get to know the barista at my favorite coffee shop, and to simply just spend time and explore instead of being constantly on the go.Of course, there were plenty of places I’d been looking forward to returning to, but I also discove
How I Actually Afford to Live in France Without a Job (opens the original)
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Disclaimer: This is not financial advice.There’s a question I think everyone wants to know, but no one wants to ask - how am I actually affording to live in France without a job? To be fair, it’s a question I wonder about many other people as well. I’m 37, not old enough to be retired, and I don’t have a trust fund. This article is behind a paywall because I’m discussing my personal financial situation, but I’m certainly not selling courses or claiming to teach anyone anything. And I definitely
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