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Madeline's City

I was shocked when I got here to discover that the French had never heard of Madeline. The little red-headed Parisian in a cape, who says "Pooh, pooh!" to tigers at the zoo, is... Read more

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A Day at the Museum: Antalya's Archaeology

As any guidebook on Antalya will tell you, the Archaeological Museum is one of the highlights of the city. Located opposite Ataturk Park, it's a short bus ride from anywhere... Read more

LATEST ARTICLES BY PAPERBLOGGERS

Far from the Madding Crowd

The whirlwind virtual world book tour has reached its final destination back in old Bodrum Town. The imaginary train has pulled into the non-existent station.... Read more

The 26 January 2012 by Jackscott
DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION
Anomalies of French Life: La Gastro

Every winter since I've been in France, like clockwork, there is an épidémie de gastro ("stomach flu"). People disappear for days at a time and reappear... Read more

The 26 January 2012 by Sedulia
HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION
OK Geordies - It's Your Turn

And yes, my fave group are coming to my home town, and I have free tickets and a meet & greet to give away. A cappella group Straight No Chaser are... Read more

The 26 January 2012 by Expatmum
SELF EXPRESSION
Greats of Great Britain

Old pal Philip and his partner David are cheesemongers in St Margarets, Southwest London, just across Old Father Thames from Richmond. Their pongy shop is calle... Read more

The 25 January 2012 by Jackscott
DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION
The King is Dead. Vive Le Roi!

The king was executed in what was then called Place de la Révolution. Last Saturday night, Virginie, a very pretty teenage girl I know, was invited to an... Read more

The 25 January 2012 by Sedulia
CULTURE, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL
Bournemouth and York Music Fans - Listen Up!

But wait...... I have more Straight No Chaser concert ticket giveaways. They're playing The Pavillion in Bournemouth, on February 6th, and the... Read more

The 25 January 2012 by Expatmum
SELF EXPRESSION
5 Ways to Change My Life in 2012

This week marked the start of the 'Chinese' New Year - the Year of the Dragon no less - while Australia Day will take place on Thursday... Read more

The 25 January 2012 by Russellvjward
DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL
How to Be a Good Mentor? Bonus: Top Tips for Medical Students

When I was asked to mentor for the Qatar Professional Women’s Network as part of the Circle of Pearl mentoring... more Read more

The 25 January 2012 by Expatdoctormom1
HEALTH, MEDICINE, TRAVEL
Health Warning

I’m happy to report that it seems our man in Ankara has stepped up to the plate about the mandatory health insurance scheme for expats. Candid conversations in... Read more

The 24 January 2012 by Jackscott
DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION
Cardiff Music Lovers - Concert Ticket Giveaway

As promised, here's the first of the Straight No Chaser concert ticket giveaways. They're playing St. David's Hall, Cardiff on Sunday, February 5th.Just t... Read more

The 24 January 2012 by Expatmum
SELF EXPRESSION