France
Currency
Euro (€) – Cards accepted almost everywhere
Languages
French, with English spoken in major cities and tourist hubs
Weather
Summers: 20-30ºC. Winters: 0-10ºC, colder in mountainous regions
Cost of living
$1,500–$2,500/month for living costs, more expensive in Paris
Time zone
CET (GMT +1) / CEST (GMT +2 during daylight saving)
Electrical outlets
230V, type E and C plugs
Elegance, art, wine and baguettes: the savoir-faire turned country
