Move to France Retreat Transforming French Fantasies into Your Reality in Agen, France

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Oct 3 - 10, 2026

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Move to France Retreat Transforming French Fantasies into Your Reality

Agen, France

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Oct 3 - 10, 2026

Group size: 8 - 12

Cygne Premium Room - Single

Available until August 18, 2026Only 1 left

€4,600

Cygne Premium Room -Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€4,000

Etoile Premium Room - Single

Available until August 18, 2026Only 1 left

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Etoile Premium Room - Double

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€4,000

Jasmin Premium Room - Single

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€4,600

Jasmin Premium Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€4,000

Gingko Premium Room - Single

Available until August 18, 2026Only 1 left

€4,600

Gingko Premium Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€4,000

Rossignol Premium Room - Single

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Rossignol Premium Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€4,000

Chouette Standard Room - Single

Available until August 18, 2026Only 1 left

€4,000

Chouette Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Colibri Standard Room - Single

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€4,000

Colibri Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Lapin Standard Room - Single

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€4,000

Lapin Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Magnolia Standard Room - Single

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€4,000

Magnolia Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Paon Standard Room - Single

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€4,000

Paon Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Renard Standard Room - Single

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€4,000

Renard Standard Room - Double

Available until August 18, 2026Only 2 left

€3,600

Day 1
Day 1
Saturday, October 3 - Arrival and Welcome
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Check-in and settle into accommodations
Charcuterie served from 12:00 PM
Pick ups at Agen train station.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Welcome drinks and introductions in the garden
Short introduction from hosts about the retreat objectives and logistics for the week.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Welcome dinner with local specialties
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Day 2
Day 2
Sunday, Oct. 4 - Psychological, Social, Cultural & Language Realities
8:00–9:00 AM: Breakfast
9:30–11:00 AM: Excursion: Market tour with interactive shopping & cooking tasks
11:30–1:00 PM: Cooking demo & lunch prep
1:00–2:00 PM: Lunch at the château
3:00–4:30 PM: Session: Psychological, Social, and Cultural Realities as LGBTQ+ Expats
Role-play (ordering in French, navigating a new social setting)
Discussion of cultural attitudes toward LGBTQ+ in France
6:30–7:30 PM: Aperitifs
7:30–9:30 PM: Dinner
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Day 3
Day 3
Monday, October 5 - Visas and Financial Planning
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the chateau
9:30 AM - 12:00 AM: Session: Visas – Types, Process, Timing, and Realities
Q&A to address individual questions.
12:30 AM - 1:30 PM: Lunch at the chateau
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Optional excursion to Castorama
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Session: Financial Matters – Taxes, Money Transfers, and Bank Accounts
Participants receive a printed guide summarizing key points.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Sommelier: Stephan
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Dinner at the chateau
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Day 4
Day 4
Tuesday, October 6 - French Real Estate and Construction
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the chateau
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Session: Real Estate – Buying, Selling, and Renting in France
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch at the chateau
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Excursion: Property visits
Session: Understanding French Construction Realities.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Aperitifs
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Dinner at the chateau
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Day 5
Day 5
Wednesday, October 7 - Exploring French Society
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the chateau
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Session: Leisure and Society in France
Learn about festivals, parks, and leisure activities in nearby regions.
11:30 AM: Depart: Excursion: Chateau Chambert
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Winery lunch, tour and wine tasting
4:30 PM Arrive: Chateau de Borie
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Aperitifs
Session: Driving and Permits in France
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Dinner at the chateau
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Day 6
Day 6
Thursday, October 8 - Health and Heritage
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the chateau
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Session: French Healthcare – Access, Benefits, and Systems
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Excursion: Visit the Foie Gras Museum
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Lunch at the chateau
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Session: 10 Things I Wish I’d Known About Moving to France
7:00 PM: Depart for restaurant
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM: Dinner at a Restaurant
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Day 7
Day 7
Friday, October 9 - Final Topics and Farewell
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the chateau
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Session: The Magic of Leisure – Balancing Work and Play in France
11:30 AM: Depart for Excursion: Brocante tour
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch on own
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Brocante Tour
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Aperitifs
Wrap-up session: Reflections and actionable next steps
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Farewell dinner and themed party
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Day 8
Day 8
Saturday, October 24 — Departure
8:00–9:30 AM: Farewell breakfast
9:30–11:00 AM: Check-out and goodbyes
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Day 1

Saturday, October 3 - Arrival and Welcome

I’m Abby, an author, painter, and seeker of the extraordinary. Welcome to Chateau de Borie, a charming retreat nestled in the French countryside.

Inspired by my own journey and driven by a desire to create something meaningful, I envisioned Chateau de Borie as a sanctuary for people navigating life’s transitions. Here, you'll find a place to reconnect with your creativity, heal your soul, and forge new paths.

Widowed at 35 with two small children, I was thrust into what I called “my unintentional life.” Through this journey, I discovered the power of creativity to heal and transform. I believe we are all creative beings, and by embracing our creativity, we can overcome whatever challenges life presents.

Join me at Chateau de Borie and let’s explore this transformative journey together.

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