Post Christmas Winter time in Orleans

Some images sent to us from member of our school group currently on a 6 week exchange immersion with French families. This is a sure way to improve ones spoken French. This also shows that there is much to see … Read more

Long Duration sister school winter exchange tour

BGS (Balcombe Grammar School)  French Exchange arrives in France! In early December 7 senior French students travelled to Paris to participate in the school’s first ever French Exchange. After an exciting week exploring the capital, students travelled to Lyon where … Read more

Contingency Planning for Flooded Venice

Oh Venice! Venice! when thy marble walls Are level with the waters, there shall be A cry of nations o’er thy sunken halls, A loud lament along the sweeping sea! If I, a northern wanderer, weep for thee » Lord Byron … Read more

How to get a crash course in a new language

You are suddenly departing for a foreign country and you like to get some grasp of the local language. here are some tips about learning some of the basics before you arrive. We thenn provide a link for a PC … Read more

Frequent Flyer Misconceptions Explained by FF Site

If you think Business Class is always better than Premium Economy, or that you can upgrade any flight with points, think again. The point hackers behind one of Australia’s largest independent platform of airline rewards experts, Point Hacks (pointhacks.com.au), have … Read more

10 surprising carry-on baggage rules

Carry on baggage. Rules and weights are changing all the time – check your airline before boarding. Best rule is to travel small and light. Ever thought twice about packing a certain item in your carry-on luggage, because you’re not … Read more