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Category: French Culture

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The Go! Go! France team is made up of people who studied in France or abroad themselves and share a passion for France and cross-cultural exchange. Drawing on personal experiences of studying, living, and working in France, the team writes about language learning, culture, and daily life to help others prepare for their own journeys. Together, they aim to make studying and living in France more accessible and rewarding for people everywhere.
Helpful Guides
Fitting your entire academic journey and career ambitions into 1,500 characters is one of the most stressful parts of the Campus France application. This tight limit is one of the reasons why your application could...
CROUS is the French organisation responsible for student housing, subsidized meals, scholarships, and social support across the country. Understanding what CROUS is and how to use it can make a significant difference to both your...
Student Life
One of the first practical steps after arriving in France is getting a French phone number. This guide explains how the French mobile system works, the differences between prepaid and postpaid plans, and which option...
As an international student, before you can fully settle into your new life, there is one important administrative step you cannot overlook: your student visa validation. This guide explains everything you need to know about...
French Culture
Updated July 2026 Every year on July 14, France celebrates its national holiday, known locally as La Fête Nationale. In English-speaking countries, it is commonly called Bastille Day. Bastille Day is France’s biggest national celebration,...
Student Life
If you’re planning to study in France, whether at a university, a grande école, or another higher education institution, you’ll encounter the CVEC: the Contribution de Vie Étudiante et de Campus, or Student and Campus...
Food & Drink
In France, coffee is part of a relaxed, social ritual where the experience matters more than the drink itself. If you are planning to visit France, learning French, or just want to know how the...
French Culture
Updated: June 2026 Every year on June 21, France comes alive with music. Streets are filled with sound as concert halls make way for parks, courtyards, rooftops, and train stations. Professional musicians and passionate amateurs...
Food & Drink
Updated: June 2026 France offers more types of bread than many countries have cheeses. Step into a bakery on a weekday morning and you’ll see shelves filled with loaves of all shapes, textures, and flavors....
Food & Drink
Updated on June 1, 2026 When you think of a French morning, you might imagine a slice of bread, a hot bowl of café au lait, and a quiet table by the window. But is...
Learn French
Updated: June 2026 French has several features that can surprise beginners, such as accent marks, special characters, words that sound different from how they look, and letters that disappear in speech. Getting familiar with French...
Helpful Guides
If you are an international student preparing to study in France, this guide will help you book your flights with confidence. Here’s what you’ll find inside: Key Takeaways When to book my flight ticket? The...

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