In episode #4, we're sharing some personal experiences on the healthcare system in France. Access to healthcare and the cost of that care is usually a top priority for folks who are looking to move abroad. France is known for having one of the best healthcare systems in the world, so we're giving you an insider's perspective of what you can expect if France is on your move-abroad list. So check out the episode to hear why French healthcare gets its rep, and find out how Carley got a ringside...

In episode #3, we are helping you get yo’ mind right to move abroad. There are many tactical things you have to do before you move abroad - getting the right visa, saving the coins, etc., but who you are as a person and how you will approach this experience are just as important. Are you a planner or a risk taker? Are you easily flustered when things don’t go as you expect, or can you roll with the punches? Moving abroad comes with new opportunities, different challenges, and experiences you...

In episode #2, we're giving you the real real about what you should consider if you want to move abroad. There is a lot of information on the internet about what to do, how to get started, where to go etc. but a lot of it is either wrong or irrelevant to your situation. Moving abroad is a deeply personal choice; you owe it to yourself to put in some work if you really want to make it happen. How do you want to support yourself? Are you retired or do you need to earn an income? Do you have...

…and we’re back! It’s Season 2 of Riviera on the Rocks and in the first episode of the season, we’re talking about what it feels like, one year into our move-abroad journey. We’re coming off a hectic summer of visa renewals and the *really*  warm temps but we’re still here (*maybe*) and excited about our upcoming episodes. While we welcomed the much-needed cool-down on the weather front, it’s an episode where we reflect on the myriad of changes we’ve experienced in one year. There are a lot...

It's our first summer on the French Riviera and we are going through it - kinda?! It's hot, crowded and AC is hard to come by but we're flexing our bougie-chic personas to get comfortable while appreciating the beauty of living here. Grab a cool-ish drink and check out this extended version of What's on the Rocks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode #10, we're bringing the curtain down on Season 1 of Riviera on the Rocks! We've had a lot of fun bringing the podcast to life and in this episode, we're doing sort of an “oh btw” and running it back on the things we meant to cover but didn’t get to - for one reason or another. Check it out as we share some perspectives on the results of the recent elections, highlights from our adventures exploring more of the South of France, and of course, the little things Carley has bottled up...

In episode #9, we’re giving you our two cents on how to do the French Riviera right! We're practically locals now so some of our insights may differ from what the influencers are telling you. We are covering everything from which neighborhoods you should stay in for good sights, good sounds, and good accessibility, the best tips for getting around the city (Spoiler #1: don't rent a car), to the fun things you can do once you're here and how best to stay out of trouble with the transit...

In episode #8, we’re bringing the heat with some unpopular opinions about living in the French Riviera. Moving abroad can be exciting. It’s a new experience that presents new opportunities. You get to meet new people and try different things, but along the way, you might catch yourself thinking, “This is not at all what I expected”. From the food to the fashions, we’re talking about some of the things that might “miss the mark” or not meet your expectations if you’re planning a trip to the...

In episode #7, we're talking about dating! Are we finding love in a hopeless place or is it a *not* so beautiful nightmare? One of us has dipped her toes into the dating pool so we are highlighting some of the realities of dating on the French Riviera. It's a new culture, a different language and while the experience may not be for the faint of heart, there were a few lessons we can reflect on.Take a listen and learn why one of us isn't trying to date at all, why the other one is taking a...

In episode #6, we’re writing a love letter of sorts to France. While we were thoughtful about our choices to move here, we couldn’t fully appreciate what was to come without being here, doing life on the daily in the French Riviera streets. In this episode, we give kudos or gold stars to some of our favorite things. Take a listen as we talk about the warmth of the people, and the vibrancy of the city now that we’re at the cusp of Summer, and What’s on the Rocks this week as Carley shares some...

In episode #5, we introduce the first edition of what we expect to be a fun series on culture shock. It’s one thing to vacation somewhere new and unfamiliar, but when you decide to make it your home, there are many things you need to be prepared for. This week we tackle the good, the bad, and the weird *ish* we’ve encountered on this journey so far. From the dog poop (yes, it is in fact, dog poop) to going to French integration classes, and finding an apartment - there are lots of things that...

In Episode #4 of ROTR, Alexis and Carley reminisce about the past 6 months living on the French Riviera. Find out how Carley spend her 1st day in Nice, how life in the center of Nice has changed their habits and overall how they are adjusting to their new lives. Will they stay or will they go? In this week's 'what's on the rocks' Carley shares why she loves the "small packaging" available in France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode #3 of ROTR, we get to meet our other co-host Carley. Carley is an island girl, born and raised in Barbados- she emigrated to the United States to attend college at 19yrs old. Little did she know she would spend the next 19years trying to "find her roots" in the US. From Washington D.C.to South Florida - she did everything she thought she was supposed to do to be successful. Go to school, get the job, date the guy i.e, live the "American" dream but in 2020, she realized that none of...

In Episode #2 of the podcast, we get to meet our first co-host Alexis. Alexis shares her story about growing up in France as a kid, her favorite “school meals” in French public school, and what it was like to settle into a new culture as a kid. Once she moved back to the United States as a teenager, Alexis knew she wanted to make her way back to France at some point. As it does, “life be life-ing” and her journey in the US saw her start a career in tech, beat cancer twice, and develop the...

In this inaugural episode, join hosts Alexis & Carley as they embark on their “new lives” in the French Riviera - embracing the unfamiliar with enthusiasm, an open mind, and sometimes, a good cocktail. They also share the back story of what prompted the start of the podcast and even how they landed on the name “Riviera on the Rocks.," It’s a journey filled with insightful perspectives on overcoming life’s challenges, sprinkled with laughter, fun, and lots of shenanigans. Hosted on Acast....

Welcome to the Riviera on the Rocks podcast. We are Alexis & Carley - two black women who wanted to live life differently and found our way to the French Riviera. Join us for every week as we share our perspectives - the shenanigans, tom foolery and all the stuff in between of living in the South of France! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.