Asaël Häzaq

Do you find that traveling with children can be overwhelming? You might change your mind in Paris. There is everything in the city to keep everyone entertained. Read this article to learn more about the activities you can enjoy with your family.

Paris offers an array of activities for sports enthusiasts, or anyone looking to stay fit and live a healthy lifestyle. The city is home to some of the best soccer and rugby teams in the world, and with France winning the 2018 Soccer World Cup and Paris preparing to host the Olympic Games in 2024, the city's sports activities are gaining momentum.

The amendment has sent shockwaves across the expat community in Portugal. On the 27th of January, the Portuguese government announced it would be reconsidering the fiscal advantages non habitual residents benefit from: tax exemption on foreign earned assets is officially over. Does this mean the end is in sight for Portugal as an expat destination?

Many of the countries of the world which are famed for their quality of life are to be found in Europe. However, few manage to reconcile joie de vivre with strong economics, innovation and opportunities for the highly skilled in the way France does. Burdened with clichés and approximations, France has long been considered by foreign observers as a country where lunches last two hours, drowned in copious amounts of wine, followed by a 5 pm departure from the office.

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Paris is world famous for its unique historical, cultural and architectural heritage. This unique city attracts millions of visitors every year, while expatriates lucky enough to call the city “home” will gain a year-round appreciation for the city's laidback lifestyle.

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One of the foodie capitals of the world, Paris is a haven for those who love gastronomy. The French are extremely conscious of terroir - the qualities of the land and environment in which wine or food is grown - and are selective when it comes to ingredients, dishes, cheeses and - of course - wine. No wonder the gastronomy of the French was given UNESCO status as “Intangible Cultural Heritage” in 2010! In short, Paris is a wonderful city in which to unleash your inner gourmand, whether you are an avid cook or simply a lover of dining out (extremely) well.

Thanks to a fantastic public transport network, navigating Paris is not only straightforward but can be great fun too. Whether you choose to rent a bike and weave your way through the city, walk on-foot down cobbled streets or boulevards, hop on a bus or descend into the famous Metro system, there is always a simple solution to getting around in Paris. Public transportation in Paris

Paris is world famous for its unrivalled historical, cultural and architectural heritage. Paris is a unique city which attracts millions of visitors every year, as well as numerous expatriates who decide to make the city their home. With more than 136 museums, dozens of exhibitions, countless shows and a multitude of theatres, Paris is buzzing with life, and it is truly difficult to ever get bored in the city. Whether you are a history buff or an arts aficionado, Paris holds something for you which you will find nowhere else in the world.

My first big mistake when I came to work here was trying to impose absurd ideas of "Anglo-Saxon" efficiency on my French colleagues. What I didn't realize for some time was that they're not interested in earning brownie points from their boss for looking keen - they just want to do their work and get on with the rest of their life. They are very efficient, but on their own terms, and it took me some time to respect that (and that's one thing that Paul West doesn't quite get yet).