France is the most popular European destination for British citizens to relocate to; so, if you are seeking removals to France, Hamiltons is a UK based removals firm offering high quality removals. If you are looking for high standards and competitively priced removals to France, we provide a tailor-made service designed to suit your requirements. Contact us now for a free quotation.
At Hamiltons, we have built up a reputation for excellent standards of service for not only domestic and commercial removals to France but also to other European and international destinations. We have had more than two decades of success in international removals, including shipping to Marseille, so you know your possessions and valuables will be in safe hands.
If you are moving to France, we provide removals to all cities and towns in France including: shipping to Marseille, Paris, Toulouse, Bordeaux, Orleans, Aix en Provence, Lyon, Lille, Nantes and Strasbourg. We are also proud to be registered with the British Association of Removers (BAR) for removals to France and other destinations.
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If you are moving to Marseille, here is some brief information about the city.
Removals to France: About Marseille
Marseille is the third biggest city in France in terms of population (behind Paris and Lyon) and has more than 1.5 million living in the urban area. The city is situated on the south eastern coast of France, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and is home to the country’s biggest commercial port.
As a result, the port pretty much dominates the Marseille economy and is handy for those of you who require removals to France and shipping to Marseille. However, the city is also a major centre for trade and industry and thousands of businesses are based here, most of which are small businesses.
Marseille is a big tourist destination. It is a lively and energetic city with plenty to offer in the way of entertainment including: nightlife, restaurants, museums and art galleries. It is also a great shopping destination and you can find many high street and individual shops as well as more specialist stores. The area around Noailles tube station is particularly interesting and is where you can find Marché des Capucins, the North African market, and some fascinating Arabic and Indo-Chinese shops.
Certainly, Marseille is a big cultural melting pot, with about 20 per cent of the city’s population born outside of France. North Africans make up the largest minority group and if you like Moroccan, Algerian and Tunisian food, you can find it everywhere. Other nationalities that have settled here include Turks, Chinese and Vietnamese.
The city is the 2013 designated European Capital of Culture and, along with the opera house, has many tourist draws. The Palais Longchamp is well worth a visit. The church of Notre Dame de la Garde overlooks the city and offers some superb views. In the oldest part of Marseille, Le Panier, you can find Vieille Charité, which is a fascinating building where you can find displays of North African and Asian art as well as the archaeological museum.
And if you like watching football, of course, the city has the famous football club, Olympique de Marseille.
What Is it Like to Live and Work in Marseille?
Although Marseille lacks the beauty and magic of other cities such as Paris, it has many gems and places of interest. The old port is a great place for a stroll, where you can visit the daily fish market or sit in one of the cafes that line the waterfront and watch the world go by.
In terms of nightlife, you will find a multitude of restaurants and, if you like fish and seafood, you will find this aplenty in Marseille. There are also some great cafes, bars of all price ranges and nightclubs. But, if you need some winding down time, either at weekends or during the week, Marseille has beaches to relax on.
Living in Marseille
Some 90 per cent of the companies in Marseille are small businesses, although it is also home to large companies including CMA CGM, the world’s third largest container company. Although some parts of the city record a youth unemployment rate of as much as 40 per cent, Marseille has also been named as a dynamic city with more than 7,000 new businesses created since the turn of the century.
In terms of education, the city’s university is Aix-Marseille, which counts three noble prize winners among its graduates. It is a merger of three universities: University of the Mediterranean, University Cézanne and University of Provence and is ranked the 4th best in France. If you are moving to the city with children, there are also international schools in Marseille.
Public Transport in Marseille
Marseille has an underground system, tramway and extensive bus network for local travel and you can also hire bikes for getting out and about the city. For travel further afield, Gare Saint-Charles is the main railway station and connects to many cities including Paris, Strasbourg, Brussels and Geneva. It also has a bus station that connects to various towns and cities including the Aix-au-Province which is just 20 miles from Marseille.
There are ferry services from Marseille to Algeria, Tunisia, Corsica and Sardinia. If you prefer air travel, Marseille Provence Airport provides flights to many international destinations and is the fifth busiest airport in France for passenger traffic.
If you have any queries about removals to France or shipping to France our experienced team of staff will be happy to help. Just telephone or email us with your removals to France query and we will get back to you right away.
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Saturday, 29 September 2012
Thursday, 27 September 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Nantes
UK based removals firm Hamiltons offer tailor made removals to France designed to suit your individual requirements.
For the past 20 years, Hamiltons Removals have been providing high quality household and commercial moves at competitive prices and, as we are experienced in international removals including removals to France and shipping to France, you can be assured of the highest possible standards.
France is one of the most popular destinations to move to so we receive many inquiries for removals to France. As we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered we are committed to high standards of excellence for both domestic and commercial removals to France.
For removals to France and shipping to France, either to or from the UK or to any other international destination, contact us for a free quotation.
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Removals to France: About Nantes
Nantes is a historic city in Brittany and is just 30 miles from the coast. The good news for expats relocating here is that 2004 American’s Times magazine named it the most liveable city on the continent. It was also ranked fourth for innovation (behind Paris, Lyon and Strasbourg).
Three quarters of a million people live in Nantes, which is capital of the Pays de Loire region. It is a very green city, with River Loire running through it and has a port employing more than 26,000 people.
If you enjoy shopping, just head to Place Royale in the centre of Nantes and, near here, you will find Crebillon Street and Orleans Street, which are full of upmarket shops. Another place to go for retail therapy is Decre, which is pedestrianised for shoppers. Talensac is the main market in the city.
The city has several museums, theatres, concert halls and art galleries, including a fine art and also a contemporary art gallery. Other attractions include the Tower of Brittany, the 15th century Cathedral and The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany, which also houses the city museum. The science fiction author Jules Verne hailed from here and you can visit his house and museum. But for something different, the Ile de Versailles can be visited by foot or ferry and the whole island is a Japanese garden.
What is it like to Live and Work in Nantes?
Nantes is an energetic city with a good nightlife and a sizeable student population. Nantes University, founded in 1460, is attended by more than 34,000 students - and as much as ten per cent of these are international students. So, if you are looking for a lively night out, you will definitely find it here. You can find many bars and night clubs near the Place du Commerce and in the Bouffay area.
If you enjoy eating out, you will find plenty of good restaurants here and, as crêpes originated from this region, these are well worth a try. For a special night out, La Cigale has made a name for itself as the county’s most beautiful brasserie and it specialises in seafood.
Living in Nantes
Nantes is an industrial and shipping centre. Biscuits, clothing, bikes, naval equipment and agricultural equipment are manufactured here. It is also home to many hi-tech industries and research laboratories.
The city is just 30 minutes from the Loire and the region has 15000 hectares of vineyards producing mainly Muscadet and Gros Plant. A well known cheese in the area is Fromage du Curé Nantaise.
Public Transport in Nantes
The first organised public bus system originated from Nantes in the first part of the 19th century and it has dozens of bus routes. Nantes also has three tramlines and a bus way and several boat lines. If you buy books of tickets - a ‘carnet’ – this will work out cheaper. You can also rent bikes all over the city.
For travel further afield, there are two railway stations (north and south) for local and long distance travel. You will be able to get the train from Nantes to Paris in a little over two hours. Nantes-Atlantique is an international airport in the south of the city.
For high quality removals to France and shipping to France contact Hamiltons Removals today for a competitive quotation.
For the past 20 years, Hamiltons Removals have been providing high quality household and commercial moves at competitive prices and, as we are experienced in international removals including removals to France and shipping to France, you can be assured of the highest possible standards.
France is one of the most popular destinations to move to so we receive many inquiries for removals to France. As we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered we are committed to high standards of excellence for both domestic and commercial removals to France.
For removals to France and shipping to France, either to or from the UK or to any other international destination, contact us for a free quotation.
Removals to France – click here for full information on our removals to France service.
Removals to France: About Nantes
Nantes is a historic city in Brittany and is just 30 miles from the coast. The good news for expats relocating here is that 2004 American’s Times magazine named it the most liveable city on the continent. It was also ranked fourth for innovation (behind Paris, Lyon and Strasbourg).
Three quarters of a million people live in Nantes, which is capital of the Pays de Loire region. It is a very green city, with River Loire running through it and has a port employing more than 26,000 people.
If you enjoy shopping, just head to Place Royale in the centre of Nantes and, near here, you will find Crebillon Street and Orleans Street, which are full of upmarket shops. Another place to go for retail therapy is Decre, which is pedestrianised for shoppers. Talensac is the main market in the city.
The city has several museums, theatres, concert halls and art galleries, including a fine art and also a contemporary art gallery. Other attractions include the Tower of Brittany, the 15th century Cathedral and The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany, which also houses the city museum. The science fiction author Jules Verne hailed from here and you can visit his house and museum. But for something different, the Ile de Versailles can be visited by foot or ferry and the whole island is a Japanese garden.
What is it like to Live and Work in Nantes?
Nantes is an energetic city with a good nightlife and a sizeable student population. Nantes University, founded in 1460, is attended by more than 34,000 students - and as much as ten per cent of these are international students. So, if you are looking for a lively night out, you will definitely find it here. You can find many bars and night clubs near the Place du Commerce and in the Bouffay area.
If you enjoy eating out, you will find plenty of good restaurants here and, as crêpes originated from this region, these are well worth a try. For a special night out, La Cigale has made a name for itself as the county’s most beautiful brasserie and it specialises in seafood.
Living in Nantes
Nantes is an industrial and shipping centre. Biscuits, clothing, bikes, naval equipment and agricultural equipment are manufactured here. It is also home to many hi-tech industries and research laboratories.
The city is just 30 minutes from the Loire and the region has 15000 hectares of vineyards producing mainly Muscadet and Gros Plant. A well known cheese in the area is Fromage du Curé Nantaise.
Public Transport in Nantes
The first organised public bus system originated from Nantes in the first part of the 19th century and it has dozens of bus routes. Nantes also has three tramlines and a bus way and several boat lines. If you buy books of tickets - a ‘carnet’ – this will work out cheaper. You can also rent bikes all over the city.
For travel further afield, there are two railway stations (north and south) for local and long distance travel. You will be able to get the train from Nantes to Paris in a little over two hours. Nantes-Atlantique is an international airport in the south of the city.
For high quality removals to France and shipping to France contact Hamiltons Removals today for a competitive quotation.
Tuesday, 25 September 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Lille
Hamiltons offer high quality removals to France at competitive prices and we are proud of our dedication to customer service. Our domestic and commercial removals to France services are individually tailored to your requirements, so contact us now for an excellent value quote.
We have 20 years experience in providing removals to France, including shipping to France to or from the UK and most other European and international destinations. We have been praised for our high standards and, as we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered, we comply with their strict guidelines. So, for removals to France or any other country, you know that you will get the best possible service.
We offer European removals to France via road transport and we also provide shipping to France from most international destinations in full or part load 20 ft or 40 ft containers. For convenience, this service can be used together with air freight, so that you have your smaller items with you as soon as you arrive in France.
In addition, we provide international removals to France of specialist items, including pets and cars. For more information on this or any other service, including shipping to France, contact us for a free quote.
Removals to France – click here for full information on our removals to France service.
Removals to France: About Lille
Lille has a long history in the textile industry. It was one of the first cities to become industrialised in the 19th century and a lot of its wealth (and population) grew on the back of its former textile mills.
Nowadays, Lille has an economy dominated by the services industry and this sector accounts for about 90 per cent of its workforce. The city has a population of one million and is a major tourist destination with museums, interesting buildings and endless shopping opportunities! The largest shopping centre is Euralille and this can be found between the two railway stations – you can even find a night club here!
Vieux Lille, the old 17th century Flemish heart of the town behind the Opera House, is full of charm and winding, cobbled streets. Rue de la Grande Chaussée has many upmarket stores including big names such as Louis Vuitton and Hermes. Rue Basse is chic and elegant with art galleries and boutiques. The city also boasts one of the world’s largest bookshops, Le Furet du Nord.
Based in northern France near the border with Belgium, Lille is a major tourist destination. Among its many attractions are: the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Modern Art (which houses many 20th century works) and the famous 17th century built citadel – an incredible building which required the quarrying of three million stone blocks to construct.
What is It Like to Live and Work in Lille?
Lille is also one of the county’s top student cities so it is a bustling city with a lively nightlife. With several higher educational facilities and more than 110,000 students, it is a very energetic place to live and settle.
As a result, you will find plenty to do here including visiting the city’s restaurants, bars and night clubs. There are also many cafes where you can watch the world go by and tuck in to the delicious patisseries.
If you are eating out, a common dish on the menu is mussels and fries. During the Braderie - an annual festival which falls on the first weekend of September - it has long been a tradition for restaurateurs to throw their diners’ empty mussel shells out the window. The idea is for the restaurant owners to compete with each other to show how many diners they have had!
Thousands of stalls line more than 120 miles of streets during the event, which attracts about 2 million people a year.
Living in Lille
If you are settling in Lille, it takes just 1 hour 20 minutes to get to London by Eurostar and the city is only an hour from Calais, so it is a very handy location to live and work. If you are relocating here, the comparatively short distance is also a great excuse for your friends back in the UK to visit!
And, if you are moving here with family, the good news is you can find international schools in Lille.
Public Transport in Lille
If you need to get out and about via public transport in Lille, the city has buses, cable trains and two underground lines which go from the city centre to the outskirts.
For travel further afield, you can get to Paris in an hour and Brussels in half an hour by train. Lille also has a small international airport.
If you require removals to France and shipping to France, contact Hamiltons Removals for a free quotation.
We have 20 years experience in providing removals to France, including shipping to France to or from the UK and most other European and international destinations. We have been praised for our high standards and, as we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered, we comply with their strict guidelines. So, for removals to France or any other country, you know that you will get the best possible service.
We offer European removals to France via road transport and we also provide shipping to France from most international destinations in full or part load 20 ft or 40 ft containers. For convenience, this service can be used together with air freight, so that you have your smaller items with you as soon as you arrive in France.
In addition, we provide international removals to France of specialist items, including pets and cars. For more information on this or any other service, including shipping to France, contact us for a free quote.
Removals to France – click here for full information on our removals to France service.
Removals to France: About Lille
Lille has a long history in the textile industry. It was one of the first cities to become industrialised in the 19th century and a lot of its wealth (and population) grew on the back of its former textile mills.
Nowadays, Lille has an economy dominated by the services industry and this sector accounts for about 90 per cent of its workforce. The city has a population of one million and is a major tourist destination with museums, interesting buildings and endless shopping opportunities! The largest shopping centre is Euralille and this can be found between the two railway stations – you can even find a night club here!
Vieux Lille, the old 17th century Flemish heart of the town behind the Opera House, is full of charm and winding, cobbled streets. Rue de la Grande Chaussée has many upmarket stores including big names such as Louis Vuitton and Hermes. Rue Basse is chic and elegant with art galleries and boutiques. The city also boasts one of the world’s largest bookshops, Le Furet du Nord.
Based in northern France near the border with Belgium, Lille is a major tourist destination. Among its many attractions are: the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Modern Art (which houses many 20th century works) and the famous 17th century built citadel – an incredible building which required the quarrying of three million stone blocks to construct.
What is It Like to Live and Work in Lille?
Lille is also one of the county’s top student cities so it is a bustling city with a lively nightlife. With several higher educational facilities and more than 110,000 students, it is a very energetic place to live and settle.
As a result, you will find plenty to do here including visiting the city’s restaurants, bars and night clubs. There are also many cafes where you can watch the world go by and tuck in to the delicious patisseries.
If you are eating out, a common dish on the menu is mussels and fries. During the Braderie - an annual festival which falls on the first weekend of September - it has long been a tradition for restaurateurs to throw their diners’ empty mussel shells out the window. The idea is for the restaurant owners to compete with each other to show how many diners they have had!
Thousands of stalls line more than 120 miles of streets during the event, which attracts about 2 million people a year.
Living in Lille
If you are settling in Lille, it takes just 1 hour 20 minutes to get to London by Eurostar and the city is only an hour from Calais, so it is a very handy location to live and work. If you are relocating here, the comparatively short distance is also a great excuse for your friends back in the UK to visit!
And, if you are moving here with family, the good news is you can find international schools in Lille.
Public Transport in Lille
If you need to get out and about via public transport in Lille, the city has buses, cable trains and two underground lines which go from the city centre to the outskirts.
For travel further afield, you can get to Paris in an hour and Brussels in half an hour by train. Lille also has a small international airport.
If you require removals to France and shipping to France, contact Hamiltons Removals for a free quotation.
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Aix en Provence
Whether you are moving to or from the UK to France, or require removals to France from another European destination or further afield, Hamiltons Removals can help. We are experienced in international removals and can assist with all household and business removals to France.
Our European department provide full or part-load removals to France from the UK via road transport, or shipping in 20 ft or 40 ft containers from and to most international destinations. To make sure your move goes just the way you want it, we tailor our services to suit your requirements.
In addition, we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered, so you can be assured of the highest standards. Contact us now to find out more about our competitively priced removals to France service.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Aix en Provence
Aix en Provence, also known as Aix is a beautiful, very affluent and historic city which is just 19 miles from Marseille in southern France. It is a small but attractive place to live with winding, narrow streets, paved squares, and fascinating ancient buildings.
The busiest street is the tree-lined Cours Mirabeau, where various artists display their work. On one side of the promenade are grand 16th, 17th and 18th century mansions, and on the other side are cafés where you can sit and watch the world go by.
Aix is called the city of a thousand fountains and these can be seen everywhere. Among the most impressive are the three fountains along the Cours Mirabeau including La Rotunda, and the Fountain of the Four Dolphins which you can find in the Quartier Mazarin. The city is also known for its interesting architecture.
It is a fairly quiet place in which to live as it lacks the buzz of the large cities, but there is plenty to do if you are prepared to find it. It is famously known as the home of Cézanne and among the attractions is the Manor of Jas de Bouffan, the house of Cézanne’s father where you can see many of the artist’’ works. On the outskirts of Aix is the museum L’Atelier Cézanne, built around the artist’s studio.
If you like to shop, you can find many clothing shops and boutiques here and there are also open markets to buy home-made goods and fresh produce.
What is it Like to Live and Work in Aix en Provence?
Aix en Provence is a great place for walking - you can cross the centre by foot in just 15 minutes. It is a mecca for artists and if you like to draw or paint, there are plenty of places to inspire out and about in the city.
The city has three universities and also hosts many international students as there are a number of French language schools based in Aix.
If you like eating out, you will find a large number of restaurants in the city, of all price ranges. You will find most of the restaurants at the Rotonde on Cours Mirabeau and Place des Cardeurs.
Living in Aix en Provence
Aix has several main industries and these include tourism, education, entertainment (with dance and opera featuring prominently), electronics, computer software, wine and chocolate. They also make calissons which are a speciality of the region and are a type of sweet made from crystallised melon and almonds. The head office of the airline Twin Jet is based in the city.
If you require removals to France and are moving to Aix with family, the city has state as well as private and international schools and these include the International Bilingual School of Provence, EPIM International School of the Mediterranean and Val Saint André.
Public Transport in Aix en Provence
Getting out and about in Aix by foot is the best way to see the city. You can also take the bus, which stops in various places in the city and there are buses to Marseilles, as well as to various towns and villages outside Aix. You can also get the bus to go to the shopping centre, Carrefour les Milles.
For travel further afield there is a TGV and a regular train which connects to the Paris to Marseille line. You can to get to Nice, Barcelona and Genoa by taking the train line to Marseille.
For international flights, you will need to fly from Marseille or Nice, to where you can get from Aix by shuttle bus.
If you require removals to France at the best possible price for the highest standards of service, contact Hamiltons Removals.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Our European department provide full or part-load removals to France from the UK via road transport, or shipping in 20 ft or 40 ft containers from and to most international destinations. To make sure your move goes just the way you want it, we tailor our services to suit your requirements.
In addition, we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered, so you can be assured of the highest standards. Contact us now to find out more about our competitively priced removals to France service.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Aix en Provence
Aix en Provence, also known as Aix is a beautiful, very affluent and historic city which is just 19 miles from Marseille in southern France. It is a small but attractive place to live with winding, narrow streets, paved squares, and fascinating ancient buildings.
The busiest street is the tree-lined Cours Mirabeau, where various artists display their work. On one side of the promenade are grand 16th, 17th and 18th century mansions, and on the other side are cafés where you can sit and watch the world go by.
Aix is called the city of a thousand fountains and these can be seen everywhere. Among the most impressive are the three fountains along the Cours Mirabeau including La Rotunda, and the Fountain of the Four Dolphins which you can find in the Quartier Mazarin. The city is also known for its interesting architecture.
It is a fairly quiet place in which to live as it lacks the buzz of the large cities, but there is plenty to do if you are prepared to find it. It is famously known as the home of Cézanne and among the attractions is the Manor of Jas de Bouffan, the house of Cézanne’s father where you can see many of the artist’’ works. On the outskirts of Aix is the museum L’Atelier Cézanne, built around the artist’s studio.
If you like to shop, you can find many clothing shops and boutiques here and there are also open markets to buy home-made goods and fresh produce.
What is it Like to Live and Work in Aix en Provence?
Aix en Provence is a great place for walking - you can cross the centre by foot in just 15 minutes. It is a mecca for artists and if you like to draw or paint, there are plenty of places to inspire out and about in the city.
The city has three universities and also hosts many international students as there are a number of French language schools based in Aix.
If you like eating out, you will find a large number of restaurants in the city, of all price ranges. You will find most of the restaurants at the Rotonde on Cours Mirabeau and Place des Cardeurs.
Living in Aix en Provence
Aix has several main industries and these include tourism, education, entertainment (with dance and opera featuring prominently), electronics, computer software, wine and chocolate. They also make calissons which are a speciality of the region and are a type of sweet made from crystallised melon and almonds. The head office of the airline Twin Jet is based in the city.
If you require removals to France and are moving to Aix with family, the city has state as well as private and international schools and these include the International Bilingual School of Provence, EPIM International School of the Mediterranean and Val Saint André.
Public Transport in Aix en Provence
Getting out and about in Aix by foot is the best way to see the city. You can also take the bus, which stops in various places in the city and there are buses to Marseilles, as well as to various towns and villages outside Aix. You can also get the bus to go to the shopping centre, Carrefour les Milles.
For travel further afield there is a TGV and a regular train which connects to the Paris to Marseille line. You can to get to Nice, Barcelona and Genoa by taking the train line to Marseille.
For international flights, you will need to fly from Marseille or Nice, to where you can get from Aix by shuttle bus.
If you require removals to France at the best possible price for the highest standards of service, contact Hamiltons Removals.
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Tuesday, 14 August 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Orléans
If you require a high quality service for removals to France, UK based Hamiltons Removals can help. Our friendly and professional team are experienced in removals to France, including relocations to Orléans as well as to other French cities. We provide removals to France to and from the UK and most other European and international destinations.
France is a popular destination for removals from the UK and Hamiltons have been providing removals to France for the last two decades. You can be assured of the highest standards when choosing us for your removals to France, as we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered and comply with their strict regulations.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Orléans
Orléans is based in the Loire Valley, which is known as the Garden of France because of its beautiful scenery that attracts artists, writers and poets. This ancient city is set on the banks of the Loire, where the river curves south towards the Massif Central and has a history that goes back centuries. In fact, it was conquered by the renowned Roman General Julius Caesar in 52 BC.
France’s most famous heroine, St Joan of Arc, came from Orléans. Also known affectionately by the city’s inhabitants as La Pucelle d’Orléans (the maid of Orléans), she liberated the city from the British during the Hundred Years War. Every year in May her victory is commemorated with parades, a medieval market and sound and light shows. You can even visit the house she stayed in during the ten day siege of the city in 1429.
The city of Orléans is divided into two parts by the Loire River. These parts are joined by five bridges - the Pont de l’Europe, Pont du Marechal Joffre, Pont George V, Pont Rene Thinat and the Pont de Vierzon. The main part of the city is on the northern bank. In addition to the house of Joan of Arc, other attractions include the Arts Museum, the Town Hall, the History and Archaeological Museum and the cathedrals. For an interesting day out away from the city, it is well worth taking a look at the chateaux and houses along the Loire River.
For those who love a bit of retail therapy, Orléans has a good mix of stores, including the department store Galeries Lafayette.
What is it Like to Live and Work in Orléans?
Orléans is a vibrant city just 75 miles from Paris. There is something for everyone, from the concerts held along the Loire River in the summer, to the bars, pubs and nightclubs, most of which can be found along the Rue de Bourgogne.
Living in Orléans
If you require removals to France and are moving to Orléans, the city’s main industries are the manufacture of electronics, machinery, pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs. A science park was also built here in association with the university.
As in all of France, state schooling is free and compulsory for students between the ages of six and 16 years. There are also a number of private and catholic schools. There is no international school in Orléans, the nearest one would be in Paris, so if you are considering removals to France with your children, the best option is state or private school.
If you want to brush up on your French, the university runs French courses for foreigners at various times of the year.
If you are looking for rental accommodation, you will find rentals quite reasonable here, although rents vary wildly in price. You can pick up a two bedroom apartment in Orléans from anywhere between £400 to £1,600, with the average price at about £750. The minimum lease is normally three years in France, so the best option is to sublet, house sit or take a holiday rental apartment.
Public Transport in Orléans
You can get around Orléans by the trams or buses which run throughout the city and to the small towns and suburbs. You can also travel by foot, as the city is not big, or rent a bike for a small cost.
For travel further afield, there are two railway stations - the central Gare d’Orléans and the Gare des Aubrais Orléans in the northern suberbs from where you can get a train to Paris in under an hour when you take the express train. For international flights the nearest airports are the two airports in Paris: Orly, which is the closest airport to Orléans, and Charles De Gaule.
If you require removals to France from Orléans, or any other French city, contact the friendly team of experts at Hamiltons Removals.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
France is a popular destination for removals from the UK and Hamiltons have been providing removals to France for the last two decades. You can be assured of the highest standards when choosing us for your removals to France, as we are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered and comply with their strict regulations.
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Removals to France: About Orléans
Orléans is based in the Loire Valley, which is known as the Garden of France because of its beautiful scenery that attracts artists, writers and poets. This ancient city is set on the banks of the Loire, where the river curves south towards the Massif Central and has a history that goes back centuries. In fact, it was conquered by the renowned Roman General Julius Caesar in 52 BC.
France’s most famous heroine, St Joan of Arc, came from Orléans. Also known affectionately by the city’s inhabitants as La Pucelle d’Orléans (the maid of Orléans), she liberated the city from the British during the Hundred Years War. Every year in May her victory is commemorated with parades, a medieval market and sound and light shows. You can even visit the house she stayed in during the ten day siege of the city in 1429.
The city of Orléans is divided into two parts by the Loire River. These parts are joined by five bridges - the Pont de l’Europe, Pont du Marechal Joffre, Pont George V, Pont Rene Thinat and the Pont de Vierzon. The main part of the city is on the northern bank. In addition to the house of Joan of Arc, other attractions include the Arts Museum, the Town Hall, the History and Archaeological Museum and the cathedrals. For an interesting day out away from the city, it is well worth taking a look at the chateaux and houses along the Loire River.
For those who love a bit of retail therapy, Orléans has a good mix of stores, including the department store Galeries Lafayette.
What is it Like to Live and Work in Orléans?
Orléans is a vibrant city just 75 miles from Paris. There is something for everyone, from the concerts held along the Loire River in the summer, to the bars, pubs and nightclubs, most of which can be found along the Rue de Bourgogne.
Living in Orléans
If you require removals to France and are moving to Orléans, the city’s main industries are the manufacture of electronics, machinery, pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs. A science park was also built here in association with the university.
As in all of France, state schooling is free and compulsory for students between the ages of six and 16 years. There are also a number of private and catholic schools. There is no international school in Orléans, the nearest one would be in Paris, so if you are considering removals to France with your children, the best option is state or private school.
If you want to brush up on your French, the university runs French courses for foreigners at various times of the year.
If you are looking for rental accommodation, you will find rentals quite reasonable here, although rents vary wildly in price. You can pick up a two bedroom apartment in Orléans from anywhere between £400 to £1,600, with the average price at about £750. The minimum lease is normally three years in France, so the best option is to sublet, house sit or take a holiday rental apartment.
Public Transport in Orléans
You can get around Orléans by the trams or buses which run throughout the city and to the small towns and suburbs. You can also travel by foot, as the city is not big, or rent a bike for a small cost.
For travel further afield, there are two railway stations - the central Gare d’Orléans and the Gare des Aubrais Orléans in the northern suberbs from where you can get a train to Paris in under an hour when you take the express train. For international flights the nearest airports are the two airports in Paris: Orly, which is the closest airport to Orléans, and Charles De Gaule.
If you require removals to France from Orléans, or any other French city, contact the friendly team of experts at Hamiltons Removals.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Saturday, 11 August 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Bordeaux
If you require competitive removals to France combined with excellent standards of service, Hamiltons Removals can help. UK based Hamiltons are specialists in international removals, including removals to France and many of the major French cities such as Bordeaux, Paris, Lyon, Orléans, and Aix en Provence.
Hamiltons provide household and corporate removals to France and our service is designed to suit your individual needs. Our removals to France service includes part or full load removals from the UK, or any other country in Europe, via road transport. We also provide international shipping to France, from other overseas destinations which can be combined with air freight.
By choosing Hamiltons Removals for your removals to France, you know that you can expect the very best in service and that your possessions are in good hands. We are BAR registered which means that we meet their strict guidelines.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Bordeaux
One of the first things that springs to mind about Bordeaux is the wine, which is among the best in the world. Certainly, wine making is big business here and is a tradition that dates back 2000 years. However, if you require removals to France to settle in this city, you will find much more to Bordeaux than its superior wines.
Bordeaux, which is situated on the banks of the River Garonne, is a stunning city, home to thousands of gothic-baroque inspired buildings. Bordeaux is classified as a ‘city of art and culture’ and you will find lots to do. Alongside the many museums, Bordeaux’s Grand Thèâtre is home to ballet and opera, and there is also a thriving art and music scene with several live music venues. If you appreciate art, it is worth taking a trip on the Modern Art Bus to see various exhibits around the city.
Shopping is a must in Bordeaux and one of the first places to head for is Rue Saint Catherine, a 0.75 mile pedestrianised road with many up-market shops, boutiques, cafés and restaurants. It is one of the longest shopping streets in Europe and is a haven for shopaholics. You can also find the department store, Galeries Lafayette here.
Living and Working in Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a thriving, tolerant and cosmopolitan city with so much going on. The former wet docks are a great place to head to as they boast a number of cafés, as well as museums and gardens.
You will find Bordeaux a lively city day and night. The nightlife has something for everyone and if you want to hang-out in a pub or bar, the best place to go is Place de la Victoire. If you like night clubs, you will find plenty of choice down at the Quais.
Living in Bordeaux
Wine is a billion pound industry here as the region is a major wine producer of both red and white wines. The region produces 960 million bottles a year, including some of world’s most expensive wines.
As a result, tourism is big industry. In addition to this, Bordeaux is also known as having a large concentration of optical and laser expertise and is also a major employer in the aeronautic industry with many large companies based in the city such as Dassault, SNPE and Thales.
Bordeaux has a number of universities, business, management and engineering schools. If you are interested in learning, the Bordeaux University offers many classes including French courses for foreign students.
Public Transport in Bordeaux
If you require removals to France and are moving to Bordeaux, you will find the city is very flat and many of the areas are pedestrianised. It easy to get out and about in the centre by foot, although it is a big city. There are many cycle lanes too, so it is possible to hire bikes, and even roller skates for the more adventurous!
Buses go to several of the city’s destinations and you can buy books of tickets or daily and weekly passes to use them. You can also get out and about in Bordeaux by electric bus and tramway. A small ferry boat links the west and eastern parts of the city. It is not advisable to drive into the city as it is tricky to find somewhere to park.
The main railway station is Gare Saint Jean which is 4 km west from the city centre. Trains go from here to Paris several times a day and will get you to the capital in about three hours.
For travel further afield, Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is a regional airport, mainly for domestic flights, although you can connect to other airports, such as Paris for international destinations.
If you are moving to Bordeaux and require removals to France, contact our friendly team of professionals at Hamiltons Removals.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Hamiltons provide household and corporate removals to France and our service is designed to suit your individual needs. Our removals to France service includes part or full load removals from the UK, or any other country in Europe, via road transport. We also provide international shipping to France, from other overseas destinations which can be combined with air freight.
By choosing Hamiltons Removals for your removals to France, you know that you can expect the very best in service and that your possessions are in good hands. We are BAR registered which means that we meet their strict guidelines.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Bordeaux
One of the first things that springs to mind about Bordeaux is the wine, which is among the best in the world. Certainly, wine making is big business here and is a tradition that dates back 2000 years. However, if you require removals to France to settle in this city, you will find much more to Bordeaux than its superior wines.
Bordeaux, which is situated on the banks of the River Garonne, is a stunning city, home to thousands of gothic-baroque inspired buildings. Bordeaux is classified as a ‘city of art and culture’ and you will find lots to do. Alongside the many museums, Bordeaux’s Grand Thèâtre is home to ballet and opera, and there is also a thriving art and music scene with several live music venues. If you appreciate art, it is worth taking a trip on the Modern Art Bus to see various exhibits around the city.
Shopping is a must in Bordeaux and one of the first places to head for is Rue Saint Catherine, a 0.75 mile pedestrianised road with many up-market shops, boutiques, cafés and restaurants. It is one of the longest shopping streets in Europe and is a haven for shopaholics. You can also find the department store, Galeries Lafayette here.
Living and Working in Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a thriving, tolerant and cosmopolitan city with so much going on. The former wet docks are a great place to head to as they boast a number of cafés, as well as museums and gardens.
You will find Bordeaux a lively city day and night. The nightlife has something for everyone and if you want to hang-out in a pub or bar, the best place to go is Place de la Victoire. If you like night clubs, you will find plenty of choice down at the Quais.
Living in Bordeaux
Wine is a billion pound industry here as the region is a major wine producer of both red and white wines. The region produces 960 million bottles a year, including some of world’s most expensive wines.
As a result, tourism is big industry. In addition to this, Bordeaux is also known as having a large concentration of optical and laser expertise and is also a major employer in the aeronautic industry with many large companies based in the city such as Dassault, SNPE and Thales.
Bordeaux has a number of universities, business, management and engineering schools. If you are interested in learning, the Bordeaux University offers many classes including French courses for foreign students.
Public Transport in Bordeaux
If you require removals to France and are moving to Bordeaux, you will find the city is very flat and many of the areas are pedestrianised. It easy to get out and about in the centre by foot, although it is a big city. There are many cycle lanes too, so it is possible to hire bikes, and even roller skates for the more adventurous!
Buses go to several of the city’s destinations and you can buy books of tickets or daily and weekly passes to use them. You can also get out and about in Bordeaux by electric bus and tramway. A small ferry boat links the west and eastern parts of the city. It is not advisable to drive into the city as it is tricky to find somewhere to park.
The main railway station is Gare Saint Jean which is 4 km west from the city centre. Trains go from here to Paris several times a day and will get you to the capital in about three hours.
For travel further afield, Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is a regional airport, mainly for domestic flights, although you can connect to other airports, such as Paris for international destinations.
If you are moving to Bordeaux and require removals to France, contact our friendly team of professionals at Hamiltons Removals.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Thursday, 9 August 2012
Removals to France: Living and Working in Toulouse
UK based removals specialist Hamiltons are experienced in providing high quality removals to France, including relocations to major French cities such as Toulouse, and other international destinations.
Hamiltons Removals provide domestic and commercial removals to France and our service is tailored to suit your individual requirements. If you are looking for competitively priced removals to France, combined with a superb quality service, contact us now for a free quote.
We are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered for international removals and comply with their strict guidelines, so you know that you are getting the best possible service for your removals to France.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Toulouse
Toulouse has a population of 1.2 million in the metropolitan area and is one of the fastest growing cities in France. It is also a leader in Europe’s airspace industry; the headquarters for the Airbus is based here, as are SPOT satellite and CNE’s Toulouse Space Centre (CNE is the French Government’s space agency).
The city is nicknamed La Ville Rose, or the rose city, because of the colour of the bricks used in many of the buildings. However, it is not just the architecture that makes the city so attractive. It is located near the Pyrenees and Mediterranean in South West France and enjoys hot summers and pleasant, mild winters.
If you are moving here, you will find plenty to do. The Théâtre du Capitole is home to classical music, ballet and opera. Toulouse also has many museums and attractions including the city’s most popular tourist draw, The City of Space, where you can see 250 interactive exhibitions. Another ‘must see’ is Airbus, who provide hour long tours of their facilities. And within easy reach of Toulouse is Carcassonne, a fortified French city with a lengthy history which is named as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites.
What is It Like to Live and Work in Toulouse?
Toulouse is situated on the banks of the Garonne River. It has a large student population and is home to the oldest university in Europe, founded in 1229, which is also the third largest university in the country (after Paris and Lyon).
If you are looking for places to eat out here, you won’t be disappointed. Duck is the regional speciality so you will find it on the menu in many restaurants. Other regional dishes include Saucisse de Toulouse and Cassoulet, a type of stew which is the region’s most famous dish.
Living in Toulouse
According to the American Weekly news magazine, Newsweek, Toulouse was named as the fifth most dynamic city on the world. The main industries are space, aeronautics, IT, biotechnology and electronics.
Toulouse is regarded as the 46th best student city in the world, according to British company Quacquarelli Symonds. There are a number of educational establishments based here including business and engineering schools.
The best high schools in Toulouse are Lycée Saint-Sernin, Lycée Saint Joseph and Lycée Pierre de Fermat. State schooling is free for expats if they can show a proof of residency, such as a utility bill.
If you require removals to France to settle in Toulouse, you will find house prices vary depending on the area and the style of housing. According to expats, you can pick up a rental apartment in a 50s - 70s building, close or near to the centre, for a reasonable price. However, it is possible to pay double or even triple the price for a smaller flat in a good area and in a more attractive building.
Public Transport in Toulouse
Toulouse is a vibrant, but small city, and you can get to many places on foot. You can also hire bikes in the city and these are available from various automated stations on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual subscription basis.
In addition Toulouse has bus, metro and tram lines and one licensed taxi operator (Capitole Taxi). For journeys further afield, the city’s main railway station is Toulouse-Matabiau which has regional and national services.
The city’s main airport is Blagnac Airport, which is just a 20 minute drive from the centre and serves around 7 million passengers a year.
Healthcare in Toulouse
If you require removals to France, you can rest assured that the healthcare in France is exceptionally good and the hospitals provide high standards of care. The French public health system provides basic coverage and this is financed by tax contributions taken out of your pay cheque.
You need to register with your local social security office to be eligible. So take along your proof of residence, passport, and your proof of work, self-employment or retirement to the local office, the Caisse D’Assurance Maladie.
For removals to France, call the experts at Hamiltons Removals who will be happy to help with all aspects of your move.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Hamiltons Removals provide domestic and commercial removals to France and our service is tailored to suit your individual requirements. If you are looking for competitively priced removals to France, combined with a superb quality service, contact us now for a free quote.
We are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered for international removals and comply with their strict guidelines, so you know that you are getting the best possible service for your removals to France.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
Removals to France: About Toulouse
Toulouse has a population of 1.2 million in the metropolitan area and is one of the fastest growing cities in France. It is also a leader in Europe’s airspace industry; the headquarters for the Airbus is based here, as are SPOT satellite and CNE’s Toulouse Space Centre (CNE is the French Government’s space agency).
The city is nicknamed La Ville Rose, or the rose city, because of the colour of the bricks used in many of the buildings. However, it is not just the architecture that makes the city so attractive. It is located near the Pyrenees and Mediterranean in South West France and enjoys hot summers and pleasant, mild winters.
If you are moving here, you will find plenty to do. The Théâtre du Capitole is home to classical music, ballet and opera. Toulouse also has many museums and attractions including the city’s most popular tourist draw, The City of Space, where you can see 250 interactive exhibitions. Another ‘must see’ is Airbus, who provide hour long tours of their facilities. And within easy reach of Toulouse is Carcassonne, a fortified French city with a lengthy history which is named as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites.
What is It Like to Live and Work in Toulouse?
Toulouse is situated on the banks of the Garonne River. It has a large student population and is home to the oldest university in Europe, founded in 1229, which is also the third largest university in the country (after Paris and Lyon).
If you are looking for places to eat out here, you won’t be disappointed. Duck is the regional speciality so you will find it on the menu in many restaurants. Other regional dishes include Saucisse de Toulouse and Cassoulet, a type of stew which is the region’s most famous dish.
Living in Toulouse
According to the American Weekly news magazine, Newsweek, Toulouse was named as the fifth most dynamic city on the world. The main industries are space, aeronautics, IT, biotechnology and electronics.
Toulouse is regarded as the 46th best student city in the world, according to British company Quacquarelli Symonds. There are a number of educational establishments based here including business and engineering schools.
The best high schools in Toulouse are Lycée Saint-Sernin, Lycée Saint Joseph and Lycée Pierre de Fermat. State schooling is free for expats if they can show a proof of residency, such as a utility bill.
If you require removals to France to settle in Toulouse, you will find house prices vary depending on the area and the style of housing. According to expats, you can pick up a rental apartment in a 50s - 70s building, close or near to the centre, for a reasonable price. However, it is possible to pay double or even triple the price for a smaller flat in a good area and in a more attractive building.
Public Transport in Toulouse
Toulouse is a vibrant, but small city, and you can get to many places on foot. You can also hire bikes in the city and these are available from various automated stations on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual subscription basis.
In addition Toulouse has bus, metro and tram lines and one licensed taxi operator (Capitole Taxi). For journeys further afield, the city’s main railway station is Toulouse-Matabiau which has regional and national services.
The city’s main airport is Blagnac Airport, which is just a 20 minute drive from the centre and serves around 7 million passengers a year.
Healthcare in Toulouse
If you require removals to France, you can rest assured that the healthcare in France is exceptionally good and the hospitals provide high standards of care. The French public health system provides basic coverage and this is financed by tax contributions taken out of your pay cheque.
You need to register with your local social security office to be eligible. So take along your proof of residence, passport, and your proof of work, self-employment or retirement to the local office, the Caisse D’Assurance Maladie.
For removals to France, call the experts at Hamiltons Removals who will be happy to help with all aspects of your move.
Removals to France - click here for full information on our removals to France service or click here for a free European removals quote.
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