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Comment on How to make the best cumquat jam by Anne

Anne — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:06:45 +0000

I just made this delicious jam. I followed your directions but blitzed half the fruit in food processor and finely cut the other half. It’s just perfect and sooooo delicious. I suggest only cooking for 20 mins because even though it’s runny it will thicken up with pectin when cold.

Comment on How to make halloumi cheese by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:24:21 +0000

In reply to Jayne. Correct. 1.0ml

Comment on How to make halloumi cheese by Jayne

Jayne — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:05:20 +0000

how much rennet? says 1.0 ml

Comment on How to avoid getting sick in India – Experienced traveller advice by Bob Southwell

Bob Southwell — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:48:58 +0000

I’v been to India four times,i had an upset stomach on the first trip,after that i only ate food i knew that was was cooked thoroughly and that i was used to,i didn,t touch Indian food ,ever,people with me tried every thing and most ended up sick,i don,t eat Indian food back home so why take the risk.India is a great place to visit,unfortunatly it’s hygiene standards are very bad,so if you visit be careful with your eating habits and personel hygiene. just because your in the country doesn,t mean you have to eat the same as the local,s,stick to what your used to.

Comment on Aires in France – Free + cheap overnight locations for motorhomes in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 08:47:15 +0000

In reply to Valeria. HI Valeria, the aires are usually meant for motorhomes and caravans, and usually those that are self-contained, so the provision of toilet facilties is not usual. There are some aires that may have toilets (rarely showers), but these are not the norm.

Comment on Aires in France – Free + cheap overnight locations for motorhomes in France by Valeria

Valeria — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 17:07:36 +0000

Hello. please can you advise if any aire de service have toilet/shower facilities for people travelling/sleeping in a car.

Comment on How to make the best cumquat jam by Kym

Kym — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:02:17 +0000

I spell Cumquat with a C Australian way!

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 01:50:34 +0000

In reply to Derek h. Hi Derek, to be 100% you should contact the relevant municipality that the autoroute passes through, but as a general rule, autoroutes that lead to other areas outside of the low emission zone are usually exempt.

Comment on The top 5 most beautiful cities in Belgium that you must include on your itinerary by Rudy Meevis

Rudy Meevis — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:34:40 +0000

WOW…Kerri: I realy Looove your articles! You know My little -Precious- country even Better…than most Belgians (no kidding)!

Comment on Why Ostende is the strangest seaside town in Belgium by Rudy Meevis

Rudy Meevis — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:00:42 +0000

I call it: BARBARISME (those huge, grey concrete apartment buildings)! How I miss the 60’s (My childhood on Flemish coast)! I still go to Oostende…every winter: but sooo much has changed now…and its getting “worse” year by year!!!

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Derek h

Derek h — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 10:17:03 +0000

Is a sticker required if you are on a autoroute that passes through a clean zone;-eg Toulouse, Grenoble?

Comment on Following the Tour de France in a motorhome: 2023 Planning tips and advice by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:14:01 +0000

In reply to Paul. Hi Paul, are you asking for us to be your tour guides?

Comment on Following the Tour de France in a motorhome: 2023 Planning tips and advice by Paul

Paul — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 19:12:02 +0000

Take all the guess work and hassle out and we just come along with you as passengers! Can you make this happen? for the 2025 Touré de France. It will be our 25th wedding anniversary!!
Mr & Mrs. Bikers
Manassas Virginia USA

Comment on Things to do in Linville Qld by Kim Holland

Kim Holland — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 06:53:09 +0000

This is a perfect little spot for overnight or long weekend. Safe, clean and tidy town. Great atmosphere and we will definitely be back!

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 23:56:04 +0000

In reply to Michelle Ortlipp. Hi Michelle, it is definitely a growing issue. Who organised the lease for you in Australia?

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Michelle Ortlipp

Michelle Ortlipp — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:46:08 +0000

We are leasing a Citroen C3 Aircross diesel vehicle, picking up next Saturday in Nantes. I’ve been provided with the registration number and date and have tried applying for a Critair sticker but I keep getting an message in red saying the registration number is invalid. We are unlikely to go anywhere that this sticker is required and can avoid zones if necessary but I am one of those “want to be prepared” people so I would prefer to get one. Perhaps it is best just to wait til we pick the car up and ask the agent in Nantes. We won’t be able to get the physical sticker as the car will be registered to us using our Australian address (I assume) but we could probably organise to get a print out of the email, if I can successfully order the sticker. It is a bit of an issue for Australians leasing vehicles and I wish the companies who organise the lease in Australia would inform and help their customers about this isse.

Comment on Barge cruise Canal du Midi: Enchanté luxury barge by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:10:47 +0000

In reply to Maríanella Mora-Castañeda. Thanks so much Marianella, it was indeed a fabulous trip. Thanks for following along with us on Instagram too.

Comment on Barge cruise Canal du Midi: Enchanté luxury barge by Maríanella Mora-Castañeda

Maríanella Mora-Castañeda — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 17:13:14 +0000

Amazing description of a wonderful trip, thanks for telling us all the experience, because traveling is an experience of life, knowing about places and people. Food is an important part of a trip and seems like you had plenty of good and great memories . Have a wonderful year and waiting for your next trip.

Comment on Free walking tour in Tallinn: A guide for first time visitors to Tallinn Estonia by KAREL

KAREL — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:27:33 +0000

Thank you for a wonderful overview of Tallin with spectacular photographs and excellent information. I shall be there in the last week of September, probably lovely weather, being Autumn.
Regards, KF

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 23:26:16 +0000

In reply to John Turner.

Hi John, I’ve been looking into this a little lately as some of my readers are taking classics over to Le Mans. This is a little ‘grey’ at the moment. According to the French government, these types of cars (French owned and registered) are exempt if they are > 30 years old. General inspection by law enforcement would validate this along with vehicle registration.

While there is talk about making all vehicles of this type exempt, there is currently no process in place to do so. There is talk of 2024, but who knows?

There is no camera enforcement of the criteria air at the moment, although this is also expected in 2024.

Of course, the criteria air sticker requirement is only such in the 11 permanent zones also, so it depends on the exact location of your visits.

We’ve just done a huge road trip and never required it once. So, ther’s no specific answer to your question at this point in time.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by John Turner

John Turner — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 22:56:26 +0000

Hello, anyone know anything about “Classic Vehicles” over 30 yrs being exempt from all this Crit’Air malarky, as I can’t get 1 for my 1972 van. I’ve read on certain sites that they are exempt, but not on any official Gov sites. Any help would be appreciated.

Comment on Bologna Italy – Detailed guide of the best things to do by Mike Klubok

Mike Klubok — Fri, 26 May 2023 14:33:01 +0000

We were in Bologna last year. This is a place to be if you’re a foodie plus it isn’t touristy like Rome, Florence or Venice for that matter. Food shops and many restaurants. The oldest university in Europe, University of Bologna and many old buildings.
AL BRINDISI – Enoteca di Ferrara the oldest wine bar in the world and about an hour away.
If you are familiar with Arthur Ave in the Bronx, this is Arthur Ave on steroids.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Sat, 13 May 2023 04:01:05 +0000

In reply to Andrew Hardcastle. Thanks Andrew, pleased it all worked in the end. Safe travels.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Andrew Hardcastle

Andrew Hardcastle — Fri, 12 May 2023 12:00:15 +0000

Having tried in vain for several days to get past the uploading of the V5C image, I read here that a pdf format works better than jpg and I can confirm that this is the case. All went smoothly from then on in, so thank you for the tip.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Thu, 11 May 2023 02:11:52 +0000

In reply to Nasiri. Hi there, and my apologies for not responding sooner; I'm in France myself at the moment. Did you get any emails at all? If so, that will be more than enough to get you through. There are no cameras active now, so enforcement is only via police officers. If you were unlucky enough to be pulled over you would just need to explain to them. Also, you can show them your credit crad statement. Did you also check your junk inbox?

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Nasiri

Nasiri — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 06:02:42 +0000

Hi there I have a question regarding the sticker. I have applied for the stickers twice on Saturday I haven't received it by email with invoice I paid by PayPal. and I am travelling on Monday Morning to central paris. and Monday is a Bank Holiday. so the air certificate issuing authority is closed on Saturday and Sunday plus Monday on Bank Holiday. what shall I do now? can I go because I already paid twice... any help is appreciated

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:48:32 +0000

In reply to Andy. Thanks so much Andy!

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Andy

Andy — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:32:36 +0000

I had a crit’air sticker on my old car and will order for the new one, but I thought that you might be interested to know that for UK (Right Hand drive) vehicles you can out the sticker on the left hand side of the screen so it does not obstruct vision. I had the following email from contact@certificat-air.gouv.fr on 19 April 2017
“Bonjour,
Votre demande 17093150552011 a été envoyée par courrier le 06/04/17 à l’adresse que vous avez indiquée. Vous pouvez éventuellement placer le certificat qualité de l’air sur le côté gauche de votre pare-brise.
Cordialement,
Service de délivrance des Certificats Qualité de l’Air”
I keep a copy with my car documents.
I hope that this is helpful.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Kerri McConnel

Kerri McConnel — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 05:17:58 +0000

In reply to Allan Jenkins. Thank you very much Allan.

Comment on Crit’Air stickers:the complete guide to clean air stickers in France by Allan Jenkins

Allan Jenkins — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:13:37 +0000

Very helpful, thank you