Living the Dream: Moving from Australia to Paris, Burgundy, and Provence

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

History, Art, Lifestyle, Travel, Paris, Places & Travel, Culture, Tour, Language, Monuments, Society & Culture, Visit, France

4.6 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 27 April 2025

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Have you ever dreamed of leaving it all behind and Living the Dream in France? In this episode of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast, titled Living the Dream: Moving from Australia to Paris, Burgundy, and Provence, Annie Sargent talks with Alexandra Lalak, an Australian travel and food writer who made the big move to France.

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Alexandra first landed in Paris, thinking she’d stay for just two years. But she fell in love with French life—and a Frenchman—and never left. She later moved to Burgundy, where she discovered the beauty of wine country and the joys of a slower, more rural lifestyle. Now, she’s living in Provence, enjoying sunshine, local markets, and everything the Mediterranean lifestyle has to offer.

In this relaxed, friendly chat, Annie and Alexandra dive into what it’s really like to live in France. They talk about everyday life in French villages, exploring Provence, shopping at local markets, and discovering French wine from small producers. Alexandra also shares practical advice for those considering a move to France or planning a visit to places like Avignon, Luberon, and Nuits-Saint-Georges.

Thinking about Living the Dream in France? This episode is packed with insights and tips about traveling, moving, and truly enjoying the best of French life.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Join Us in France for more real stories and expert advice about traveling in and living in France.

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0:00.0	This is Join us in France, episode 543.
0:20.6	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent and join us. Join us in France, episode 543.
0:31.3	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent, and join us in France is the podcast where we take a conversational journey through the beauty, culture, and flavors of France.
0:39.1	Today, I bring you a conversation with Alexandra Lalak, an Australian travel and food writer living in France.
0:45.5	Join me as we explore her journey from Australia to Paris, Burgundy and finally Provence.
0:50.8	Discover her love for French culture, cuisine, and the beautiful landscapes of Burgundy and Provence. Alex shares valuable tips for anyone dreaming of moving to France or just visiting.
0:57.1	This episode is filled with insights on French wine, local markets, and the serene, fulfilling
1:03.9	Mediterranean lifestyle.
1:06.4	Tune in for an inspiring and informative conversation.
1:11.1	This podcast is supported by donors and listeners who buy my tours and services, including
1:16.2	my itinerary consult service, my GPS self-guided tours of Paris on the VoiceMap app,
1:23.2	or take a day trip with me around the southwest of France in my electric car.
1:27.7	You can browse all of that at my boutique.
1:30.4	Join us in France.com for it slash boutique.
1:33.5	And remember, Patreon supporters get the podcast at free as soon as it's ready.
1:38.6	Click on the link in the show notes to enjoy this Patreon reward for as little as $3 per month.
1:44.8	And I'd like to remind you that to see the show notes for this episode and the
1:52.2	transcript for this episode, you need to go to join us in France.com for slash 543.
2:00.0	That's the numeral 543.
2:02.6	For the magazine part of the podcast, today after my chat with Alexandra,
2:06.9	I'll discuss changes coming to the Airbnb market in France
2:11.2	that are going to affect visitors as well.
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