Second home: how to prepare your property for winter?How should you prepare your holiday home for winter? Frost, humidity, heating, roofing and swimming pools: the key checks and thresholds to know before you leave.02/10/2026
Selling a house in autumn: is it really a good time?Is selling your house in autumn a good idea? Discover the advantages of this season and our tips for preparing your property and successfully putting it on the market.17/09/2026
How to keep your home cool during a heatwaveAir conditioning, ceiling fans, solar shading, whiting with Meudon chalk or natural cooling tips… Discover the best ways to keep your home cool during extreme heat, whatever your budget.07/07/2026
Partnership100 % Habitat 100 % Jardin fair in Biarritz: the event for a 100% successful projectFrom February 27 to March 1, 2026, the Salon 100 % Habitat 100 % Jardin returns to the Halle d’Iraty in Biarritz with more than 100 exhibitors, an expanded garden offering, conferences and numerous activities.13/02/2026·FRANCE
Buying a house in France: the complete guide for foreign buyersDo you live abroad and dream of buying a house in France? Discover the procedures, financing options, attractive regions and practical tips to make your real estate project a success.14/11/2025·FRANCE
PartnershipSALON HABITAT IMMOBILIER, the place to find inspiration for your home in 2025From October 3 to 5, the Salon Habitat Immobilier (Habitat Real Estate Fair) in Biarritz is the autumn event that helps you find a house or apartment, decorate or renovate your home.26/09/2025·FRANCE
French Riviera: 7 must-see towns for a summer holidayFrom Menton to Saint-Tropez, the French Riviera is full of sunny destinations for your summer break. Here is our selection of 7 must-see towns to discover this season.15/07/2025·FRANCE
Buy-to-let in France and make a successful investmentMake a buy-to-let property investment is highly interesting, whether for annual or seasonal rentals. Location, type of rental, tax advantages... Here are some tips to make a good rental investment.21/03/2025·FRANCE
Health, real estate... The advantages of living by the seaLiving by the sea can improve your life, whether it is your health or your wallet. But do you know exactly what the long list of benefits is?07/06/2024·FRANCE
Selling your property in France, steps and proceduresYou are thinking about selling your French property? Prepare your house for the visits, carry out the mandatory diagnostics, set up the sales file... This is the guide of the essential steps of a real estate sale in France.10/11/2017·FRANCE
Port Grimaud, stopover in the Provence’s VeniceBecause Italy does not have the monopoly of lacustrine wonders, if you are travelling near Saint-Tropez do not hesitate to stop in Port Grimaud, a village on the water imagined by François Spoerry.18/01/2016·FRANCE
Pays de la Loire, a region to heritage gloryListed monuments, historic sites and unique natural heritage... the region of the Pays de la Loire offers a wide range of cultural assets.21/09/2015·FRANCE
Corsica in 1,000 km and 10 stopoversMountain in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, with its 1,000 km of coastline, Corsica is full of treasures to discover by taking advantage of a trip on the roads along the coast.29/06/2015·FRANCE
The Aquitaine, a region that smells of the seaWith its 27 miles of coastline and some of the most beautiful beaches in France, the Aquitaine region has become, in a century, one of the preferred destinations for the vacationers.19/01/2015·FRANCE
A Journey on the French RivieraTravelling through the French Riviera is a life-changing experience. Thirty-seven towns show themselves along the 300 kilometres of littoral between Marseille and Menton.28/07/2014·FRANCE
Brittany, history of land and waterTraditional architecture, popular culture, lush landscapes and blue ocean... Brittany is full of wonders which make it a prime destination to drop off the luggage in one of the many villas on the seashore. Among specific events and centennial heritage, focus on a region called Breizh.12/09/2013·FRANCE
PartnershipSolutions Maison Biarritz 2026: ideas and advice for your home projectsFrom 9 to 11 October 2026, the Solutions Maison home show returns to the Halle d’Iraty in Biarritz. Construction, renovation, home improvement, interior design and equipment: over three days, visitors can meet industry professionals, attend talks and receive personalised advice.29/09/2026·FRANCE
PartnershipSOCAMP 2026: Outdoor Hospitality Professionals to Meet in SeignosseOn 15 September 2026, the South-West Outdoor Hospitality Meetings will bring together operators, suppliers and tourism partners to discuss the sector’s main challenges.03/08/2026·FRANCE
PartnershipViving Marseille: a new event to shape your future homeFrom April 10 to 12, 2026, Marseille hosts Viving Habitat & Real Estate at Parc Chanot, a new event to explore ideas, meet industry professionals and move forward with a property or renovation project.26/03/2026·FRANCE
Top 10 seaside towns where life is good in FranceDiscover the Top 10 seaside towns where life is good in France. Quality of life, attractiveness and practical advice to help you find your seaside home and successfully complete your property purchase.09/01/2026·FRANCE
Haunted houses for sale: real estate curiosities or good deals?Between urban legends and genuine opportunities, haunted houses for sale intrigue both buyers and the curious. How can you recognize them, assess them, and turn them into a good investment?29/10/2025
Real estate prices in France: What can you buy on the coast with €150,000?Real estate prices vary greatly between the French Riviera, Brittany or Normandy. With a budget of €150,000, the range of available properties changes drastically depending on the region.08/09/2025·FRANCE
Renovating a coastal property: the smart way to buy a home in France for LessBuying a house to renovate can be a good way to become a homeowner while keeping costs down. Discover the steps involved, financial assistance available, pitfalls to avoid, and practical advice.17/06/2025·FRANCE
PartnershipANTIQUES, VINTAGE, AND CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR: A Unique Experience, Timeless DécorFrom April 18 to 21, the Bellevue in Biarritz hosts the latest edition of the Antiques, Vintage, and Contemporary Art Fair (Salon Antiquité, Vintage, Art Contemporain). Three worlds in one even, three times the chance to find your perfect treasure!04/03/2025·FRANCE
PartnershipMoving house and car registration: what steps to take when moving abroad?If you are planning to move outside of France, several steps are essential. Energy suppliers, car registration papers, insurance, here is a brief overview of the steps to take when moving abroad.23/03/2020·FRANCE
Cannes from La Croisette to La Californie, landmark neighbourhoods and celebrity itineraryCannes, with the International Film Festival, the Croisette, the Lerins Islands... Discover this inevitable place of the Côte d'Azur, its prestigious neighbourhoods and its sublime sea views.19/05/2017·FRANCE
Corsican architecture of stoneThe Corsican architectural heritage is the result of thousands of years of external influences. Genoese buildings in Baroque-style, very linear edifices in Pisan style… the island is steeped in history.16/11/2015·FRANCE
Loire Region: The travel towards EstuaryFrom the banks of the river up to the hinterland, the Pays de la Loire are overflowing with riches. Relying on its natural and ancestral heritage, the fourth tourist region of France unfolds to its estuary.17/08/2015·FRANCE
Architecture: Hervé Ghirlanda, the love of landscape in the perfection of volumesCorsican architectural tradition, modernity of volumes and ecological awareness, for twenty years, Hervé Ghirlanda conceives buildings to the image of its customers and environment friendly.18/05/2015·FRANCE
Architecture: The landscape's elegance according to Bruno ErpicumFrom South Africa to Peru, ranging from Greece to Spain or France, the work of the architect Bruno Erpicum is a constant celebration of the landscape and the simplicity of forms.20/10/2014·FRANCE
Home staging: does it really help sell your home faster?Can home staging really make a property easier to sell? Here are the figures, costs, results and practical tips for presenting your property at its best before putting it on the market.22/09/2026
Buying a house with a swimming pool: what you need to know before investingBetween comfort, increased property value and rental investment potential, a house with a swimming pool offers many advantages. Discover the benefits, costs, regulations and key points to consider before buying in France or abroad.21/07/2026
PartnershipSalon Antiquités, Vintage & Art Contemporain in Biarritz: four days of elegance and discoveryFrom Friday April 3 to Monday April 6, 2026, the Salon Antiquités, Vintage & Art Contemporain takes over the Bellevue in Biarritz, facing the ocean. An unmissable event for lovers of rare objects, distinctive décor and art in all its forms.17/03/2026·FRANCE
Holidays in France: The most beautiful seaside Christmas marketsWant to spend your holidays in France this festive season? Discover the most enchanting Christmas markets along the coast and explore places where one can easily imagine buying a holiday home.01/12/2025·FRANCE
Buying real estate in France: key steps in 2025Buying property in France is a life goal for many French people and foreigners. From setting the budget to signing at the notary’s office, including the property search and price negotiation, here are the seven essential steps you need to know to make your real estate purchase a success.30/09/2025·FRANCE
French beach holidays: top seaside towns by regionFrom the Breton coast to the Corsican beaches, France is full of seaside resorts for all tastes. Discover our selection, region by region, of the most beautiful seaside destinations for a successful holiday.21/07/2025·FRANCE
Real estate crowdfunding in France, how does it work?Crowdfunding is more than just an investment method with a growing reputation. From click to profit, back to the participatory financing applied to real estate.31/03/2025·FRANCE
Smart homes and friendly technologyThe future is gradually settling in. Programmable devices, remote control, high-tech surveillance—has home automation become essential?23/01/2025·FRANCE
Focus on rental investment in new buildings in NiceInvesting in new real estate with the Pinel Law is a wise way to build up your assets and reduce your taxes. The city of Nice, France's fifth largest city, offers great rental investment opportunities.26/04/2018·FRANCE
Expatriating to France, the 8 important things to think aboutWhat are the administrative procedures involved in moving to France? In this article, Sirelo, the portal for moving abroad, lists the formalities you need to know about moving to France.29/03/2017·FRANCE
The Loire, a gourmet landChildhood treats or savoury pleasures, gastronomy in the Pays de la Loire is full, varied and above all very tempting.02/11/2015·FRANCE
Vendée and Loire-Atlantique, a history of sailingFrom the Côte Sauvage to the Côte de Lumière, the beaches and the ports of the Pays de la Loire attract the seaside tourism and are home to many sailing events.03/08/2015·FRANCE
Local wood and ancestral know-how by Hadrien BartherotteAs a return to tradition, the wooden house is asserting itself in the landscape of the Arcachon Bay. On the sand of the Côtes d’Argent, the cabins Bartherotte & Frères stand out sheltered by the pines.23/02/2015·FRANCE
Corsica : Exploring an underwater paradiseCorsica can be explored from top to bottom but only who explore the seabed is lucky enough to gain access to its most intimate landscape, its paradise nestled in the Mediterranean.08/09/2014·FRANCE