Cecile's Relocation Agency Haven In France.

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In this week's episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria sits down with Cecile, a passionate relocation expert who shares her journey from England back to France. Listen in as they discuss the challenges of reintegrating into one's own culture and the emotional rollercoaster of moving abroad. Cecile also introduces her company, Haven in France, which provides essential services to help expatriates navigate their new lives. Don't miss this insightful conversation filled with personal anecdotes and practical advice!

For more listens about Life in France check out these previous episodes:

Embracing the French Life - with author Mark Greenside

Welcome to Versaille - Katie on Life in France

Moving to France - Rachel's Journey from Australia to the French Countryside

Chapters:

(00:00) This episode is about Cecile moving from England to France

(02:06) Cecile calls from southwest of France

(03:33) You moved to England when you were 22

(05:02) You married in London

(08:06) You were abroad for 15 years so there were some things you had to adjust

(13:14) How long did it take you until you felt more connected to France

(16:24) Difficult in France to find a job as an employee

(18:25) When did you start Haven in France?

(22:05) What services do you offer to people thinking about moving to France?

(26:05) It's difficult for foreigners to actually rent in France unless they are sponsored

(28:44) Why do you think so many people are drawn to France?

(31:15) Your clients are mostly English speakers

(35:06) Since working for your own company, do you like France now more

(36:20) You say you changed your perspective about France from negative to positive

(41:08) When you moved to France, most of your friends were abroad

(42:36) I'm very involved in introducing clients to local people

(46:06) Tell us about your website and how people can find you

(47:39) You are very welcome to give this podcast a five star rating

(48:30) Two more weeks until Thanksgiving. Oh, wow. Isn't that crazy

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