MY FRENCH PASSPORT™ · FRENCH CATALONIA
Experience the beauty of Southern France.
Live the language.
Discover the Mediterranean coast, local history and everyday life around Sainte-Marie-la-Mer, Perpignan and Collioure—with cultural experiences and French conversation thoughtfully crafted for you.
THE PLACE
From sandy beaches to the Côte Vermeille.
In French Catalonia, the Mediterranean meets a rich blend of fishing villages, coastal vineyards, traditional markets and historic towns. Explore Sainte-Marie-la-Mer and its beaches, the colorful harbor of Collioure, Perpignan's architecture, and the surrounding Catalan countryside.
Where are we?
Live the language.
Our experiences are based in the Pyrénées-Orientales, in the south of France near the Mediterranean Sea and the Spanish border. Sainte-Marie-la-Mer is a coastal village near Perpignan, with Canet-en-Roussillon, Le Barcarès and Collioure among the nearby destinations to discover.
The illustrated map is a visual orientation guide, not a precise navigational map.
TWO WAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE REGION
Come for the culture. Come for the French. Or both.
01 / CULTURAL DISCOVERY
Exploring on your own?
Traveling alone doesn't have to mean discovering everything alone. Enjoy individually arranged visits, local stories, markets, gastronomy and architecture with a French teacher who knows the region. No French lessons required.
02 / LANGUAGE IMMERSION
Make room for real conversation.
From your first French words to advanced discussion, enjoy dedicated speaking time adapted to your abilities. You can ask questions, develop answers, learn expressions and receive professional feedback.
03 / A PERSONAL COMBINATION
Explore and learn together.
Combine planned French practice with visits and discoveries that reflect your interests. Your time in the region becomes a meaningful learning experience—not a fixed group itinerary.
WHY PRACTICE MATTERS
Being in France doesn't guarantee conversation.
Shopkeepers, restaurant staff and other local workers often have little time for extended conversation. You might visit many places yet speak only a few French sentences. Reserving time with a qualified native French teacher creates space for sustained, useful exchanges—not just quick transactions.
Beginners, intermediate and advanced learners are welcome.
Beginners can discover vocabulary, pronunciation and simple expressions in context. Intermediate learners can turn familiar knowledge into spontaneous speech. Advanced learners can sustain deeper conversations and refine natural expression.
THE CRAFT BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE
Nothing is left to chance.
Even conversation has a purpose.
Every lesson, visit and speaking opportunity is carefully planned around your interests, level and objectives. Vocabulary, situations and prompts are selected in advance; guidance and feedback adapt to the conversation as it unfolds. What feels like a natural day out is supported by a thoughtful educational plan.
You enjoy the experience. I take care of the teaching behind it.
If you choose a cultural-only experience, the visits are still carefully organized around your interests—without imposing language lessons.
BEFORE YOU MOVE TO FRANCE
Thinking of making this region your home?
A holiday shows you the scenery. A discovery visit can help you picture everyday life. If you're considering a move to the Pyrénées-Orientales, spend time exploring the character of different villages and neighborhoods, local markets, shops, transport connections and the rhythm of life beyond the tourist highlights.
We can arrange a cultural orientation experience around your questions and interests, with optional French-language practice for everyday interactions. This is an opportunity to get acquainted with the area—not a real-estate, relocation, legal or administrative advisory service.
YOUR VISIT, YOUR DESTINATION
From Zoom lessons to real French life.
If you already study with me online, bring your French Passport™ into the places where French is spoken. If you're new to My Private French Class, an immersion stay can be your starting point. Either way, the experience is built around you.
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