Helpful links

SPECIFICALLY FOR ASSISTANTS:

http://www.ciep.fr/assistantetr/index.php

APPLICATION STUFF:

http://www.ciep.fr/assistantetr/pays/trinit.php

OFFICIAL PAPERWORK:

Visa Application - http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/IMG/pdf/11._Formulaire_visa_long_sejour_document_no11_-3.pdf

GENERAL INFO FOR ASSISTANTS:

http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/how-to-teach-abroad-as-an-assistant-in-france/

http://www.ciep.fr/en/assistantetr/faq.php

http://www.ciep.fr/en/assistantetr/primaire.php

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/index.php

http://www.ielanguages.com/assistant.html

http://www.ielanguages.com/assistlinks.html

http://www.frenchculture.org/spip.php?rubrique424&tout=ok

http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Teaching_Assistant_in_France_Survival_Guide

http://ftap-info.blogspot.com/ (pretty much a guide, very useful)

https://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_175418069176910&ap=1 (2011-2012 Assistants in France group)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/175418069176910/doc/230747746977275/ (blog list)

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=35210&hilit=identification&start=15 (Advice on Getting Settled, Airfare)

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=36653 (Dress Code)

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=31573 (general info, Besancon-centric)

ACCOMMODATION:

Info:

http://www.psbedu.com/life-paris/accommodation/newspaper-offering.html

http://postedinparis.wordpress.com/2010/10/12/finding-an-apartment-in-paris/

http://www.transitionsabroad.com/publications/magazine/0511/apartment_rental_hunting_in_paris_france.shtml

http://frogholes.com/ (site dedicated to helping foreigners find housing in Paris; also has sections on CAF, Banking and cell phones)

http://frogholes.com/what-you-need-to-know/glossary

http://frogholes.com/guide-to-getting-a-house/flat-viewing

http://www.pret-a-voyager.com/2010/12/unglamorous-paris-chapter-2-finding.html

http://parisunraveled.com/study-abroad-guide/going-to-living-in-france/housing-in-paris/finding-an-apartment-in-paris/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/08/colocation/

http://www.aupairsinparis.org/apartment-hunting.html

http://www.education.gouv.fr/annuaire/internat/ConsultationAnnuaireInternat/?feuilleCSS=chrome (Internat Directory)

http://www.bonjourparis.com/story/tips-for-renting-an-apartment-in-paris/

http://www.expat-blog.com/en/guide/europe/france/1334-accommodation-in-france.html

http://www.ags.edu/living-in-paris/housing (covers a good range of options)

http://www.parisyearabroad.com/2011/06/01/student-accommodation-paris/

http://www.studentaccommodationfrance.com/ (rental agency, UK-based)

http://www.psbedu.com/life-paris/accomodation.html (CAF)

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=33453&p=60663&hilit=honoraire#p60663 (Housing Lingo)

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=33754&start=15 (Housing Lingo)

http://www.expatforum.com/expats/france-expat-forum-expats-living-france/66985-finding-appartement-france-without-guarantor-caution-solidaire.html

http://parisweekender.com/2011/11/moving-to-paris-6-things-you-should-know-before-your-move-to-paris/

http://parisweekender.com/2011/11/moving-to-paris-5-things-you-should-know-soon-after-your-move-to-paris/

Temporary Stays:

http://www.hospitalityclub.org/

http://www.couchsurfing.org/group.html?gid=33221 (TAPIF Group)

http://www.citadines.com/en/index.html

http://www.appartcity.com/en/s01_home/s01p01_home.php

http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/travel/home_exchanges/articles/budget-travel-extraordinary-accommodations.shtml

Websites:

http://www.leboncoin.fr/annonces/offres/ile_de_france/

http://www.avf.asso.fr/Website/site/accueil.php (Accueil des Villes Francaises)

http://www.annonceetudiant.com/

http://www.easyexpat.com/en/classifieds/france/paris/flats-for-rent_c4.htm

http://www.souslouer.com/

http://www.psbedu.com/life-paris/accommodation/apartment-rentals.html (links to helpful sites)

http://www.easyexpat.com/en/classifieds/france/paris/flats-for-rent_c4.htm

http://fusac.fr/en/annonces_categories.php

http://www.easycoloc.com/index.php?ville=Paris

http://www.entreparticuliers.com/

http://www.leboncoin.fr/

http://www.pap.fr/

http://www.seloger.com/

http://www.acheter-louer.fr/

http://www.appartager.com/

http://www.vivastreet.fr/

http://www.cljt.com/cljt/rubrique.php3?id_rubrique=23 (foyers in Ile de France)

http://www.welchome.com/rent (range of options)

http://vosdroits.service-public.fr/F2066.xhtml

Hotels:

http://www.journeywoman.com/gfc/10ReallyGoodThingsIKnowaboutParis.htm (first paragraph!)

http://en.parisinfo.com/uploads/93//paris_hebergements_2011_1012.pdf

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2012/02/hotels-in-paris/

Hostels:

http://www.priceoftravel.com/1551/recommended-paris-hotels-and-hostels-that-offer-good-value/

http://openroadtraveler.blogspot.com/2010/08/travel-101-how-to-navigate-hostels.html

http://www.livinginahostel.com/the-hostel-check-list-what-makes-a-good-hostel/

http://global-goose.com/wingtips/hostel/

http://www.universitylanguage.com/blog/26/find-hostels/

http://www.vintage-hostel.com/

http://www.hostels.com/

http://www.hostelseurope.com/

http://www.fuaj.org/

TRAVEL TIPS:

http://www.bestofniceblog.com/practical-information/trip-prep/

http://www.ricksteves.com/plan/tips/tips_menu.htm

http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/10-things-i-wish-id-known-before-studying-abroad/

http://matadornetwork.com/bnt/80-things-we-wish-we-knew-before-we-started-traveling/

http://solotravelerblog.com/travel-alone-tips-advice/

http://solotravelerblog.com/overcome-fear-practice-safe-couchsurfing/

Packing:

http://parisunraveled.com/study-abroad-guide/going-to-living-in-france/packing-for-paris/

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=31690 (Packing)

http://mytimetotravel.wordpress.com/2010/02/08/what-to-take-part-one/

http://solotravelerblog.com/hiking-boots-high-heels-carry-on-packing-list/

http://www.fodors.com/community/travel-tips-trip-ideas/that-one-thing-you-wish-you-had-broughtleft-behind.cfm

http://hipparis.com/2010/03/01/parisian-street-style-the-art-of-layering-for-the-weather/

http://suite101.com/article/comfortable-shoes-for-women-travel-footwear-for-walking-europe-a359745

http://suite101.com/article/what-to-wear-in-paris-in-early-spring-or-late-fall-a358215

http://suite101.com/article/how-to-dress-in-paris-using-layers-and-accessories-a362123

http://www.universitylanguage.com/blog/11/what-to-pack-when-traveling/

http://www.pret-a-voyager.com/2010/02/paris-practique-packing.html

http://www.pret-a-voyager.com/2010/02/paris-practique-arrivals.html

http://hipparis.com/2010/06/21/eight-paris-essentials-and-why-you-need-them/

http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/how-to-pack-for-a-semester-abroad/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/141208829282180/200261270043602/ (from Assistants group)

Safety:

http://solotravelerblog.com/category/solo-travel-safety/

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/how-to-ask-for-help-in-french.html

http://france.usembassy.gov/pickpockets.html

http://europeforvisitors.com/paris/mistakes/top-tourist-mistakes-10.htm

http://www.fodors.com/community/europe/money-belt---neck-waist-or-leg.cfm

http://www.ricksteves.com/plan/tips/moneybelt.htm

http://www.voyage.gc.ca/publications/woman-guide_voyager-feminin-eng

http://blog.studyabroad101.com/2011/03/being-safe-while-abroad/

http://matadornetwork.com/bnt/5-ways-to-protect-your-essential-travel-documents/

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/planning-for-medical-emergencies/

http://matadornetwork.com/goods/10-secret-places-for-travelers-to-stash-cash/

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/10-travel-risks-not-worth-taking/

http://matadornetwork.com/bnt/warning-are-you-a-pickpockets-next-victim/

http://matadornetwork.com/bnt/7-must-know-personal-safety-tips-for-solo-women-travelers/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-defence-easy-tips/

http://solotravelerblog.com/safe-travel-alone/

http://solotravelerblog.com/travel-alone-tips/

http://solotravelerblog.com/eat-alone-meet-people/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-safety-answers-to-common-questions/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-stranger-danger-part-iii-recognizing-danger/

http://solotravelerblog.com/women-traveling-alone-part-1-10-tips/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-dangerous-safety-tips/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-safety-confidence/

http://solotravelerblog.com/smart-safe-solo-travel/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-safety/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-safety-blending-in/

http://solotravelerblog.com/travel-solo-talk-to-strangers/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-safety-girl-the-dragon-tatoo/

http://solotravelerblog.com/young-solo-travelers/

http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-mistakes-to-avoid/

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/the-mind-of-a-thief-how-to-protect-yourself-while-traveling/

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/13-tips-for-safer-travel-in-tough-times/

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1116.html

http://www.prefecturedepolice.interieur.gouv.fr/Pied-de-page/English/Publications/Paris-in-complete-safety

http://matadornetwork.com/goods/how-to-choose-travel-insurance-for-you-and-your-gadgets/

http://matadornetwork.com/goods/how-to-protect-your-smartphone-while-traveling/

Health:

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/planning-for-medical-emergencies/

http://www.fodors.com/community/travel-tips-trip-ideas/to-buy-or-not-to-buy-travel-insurance.cfm

http://www.worldnomads.com/

http://matadornetwork.com/goods/how-to-pack-a-first-aid-kit-for-travel/

http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/travel-medicine-5-useful-remedies-from-easily-found-ingredients/

TRANSPORTATION:

Flying:

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/08/booking-flights/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/03/getting-to-and-from-the-paris-airports/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/07/parisian-airports-contd/

Public Transport:

http://nouveaux-yeux.blogspot.com/2010/06/i-prefer-pubic-transportation.html

http://parisunraveled.com/study-abroad-guide/living-in-france/public-transportation/

http://www.parislogue.com/planning-a-trip/how-to-use-public-transportation-in-paris.html

http://postedinparis.wordpress.com/2010/06/17/tips-for-train-travel-in-france/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/12/getting-around-paris-journey-planner-in-english/

http://www.voyages-sncf.com/

http://www.transilien.com/web/site/accueil/guide-du-voyageur/reseau/lang/en

http://goparis.about.com/od/transportation/ht/UsingParisMap.htm

http://www.aparisguide.com/maps/rer.htm

http://suite101.com/article/get-free-helpful-travel-directions-in-paris-a164629

http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/paris-tips-cheap-airport-taxi-beer-with-locals-cheapo-makeover-and-post-holiday-sales.html (cheap taxi from airport, beauty treatments)

http://frenchtraveltips.com/around_paris/walking.asp (last paragraph!)

http://parismap.metro-passes.com/map_paris.htm (interactive map)

RER Map - http://www.ratp.fr/informer/pdf/orienter/f_plan.php?loc=reseaux&nompdf=rer&fm=gif

Paris Metro - http://parisbytrain.com/files/2008/06/metro.pdf

http://suite101.com/article/best-website-maps-for-getting-around-paris-metro-bus-rer-train-a374654

http://parisbytrain.com/paris-rer/

http://www.paristoolkit.com/briefing/paris_RER.htm

http://parisbytrain.com/carte-orange-navigo-decouverte-prices/

http://20littlecities.com/practical-info/navigo-pass-paris-transportation-pass/

http://www.gourmantic.com/2011/08/07/passe-navigo-decouverte-2011-rates/

http://www.transilien.com/web/site/accueil/guide-du-voyageur/billets-tarifs/billets-abonnements/navgio-semaine/lang/en

http://goparis.about.com/od/transportation/ss/Metro_and_Buses_2.htm

http://goparis.about.com/od/transportation/ss/Metro_and_Buses_6.htm

http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liste_des_gares_du_RER_d%27%C3%8Ele-de-France

http://europeforvisitors.com/paris/articles/paris-metro-tickets.htm

http://europeforvisitors.com/paris/mistakes/top-tourist-mistakes-9.htm

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/06/late-night-transportation/

Travel Around Europe:

http://matadornetwork.com/trips/to-score-luxury-train-travel-eurail-pass/

http://suite101.com/article/cheap-travel-options-for-getting-around-europe-a157579

http://suite101.com/article/getting-around-western-europe-by-air-rail-and-road-a266445

http://suite101.com/article/planning-your-first-european-train-trip-a408745

SERVICES:

http://postedinparis.wordpress.com/2010/05/31/at-the-salon/

http://parisforfree.blogspot.com/2011/03/perks-of-being-young-free-haircut.html

http://www.blackhairinparis.com/search/label/Hair%20Salons%20in%20Paris

Communications

http://postedinparis.wordpress.com/category/tv-phone-internet/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/01/choosing-internet-in-paris/

http://www.jeunes.paris.fr/demarches-infos-pratiques/paris-pas-cher/paris-wi-fi-et-acces-internet

http://www.parislogue.com/travel-tips/free-wifi-in-paris.html

http://www.parisiensalon.com/2010/03/wifi-cafes-in-paris-a-writers-paradise/

http://gridskipper.com/archives/entries/066/66373.php (parisian cafes with free wifi)

http://www.cafes-wifi.com/

http://www.ricksteves.com/tms/article.cfm?id=166&extras=false (Traveling with Electronics)

http://www.bestofniceblog.com/practical-information/using-smartphones-for-free-in-france/

http://guiriguidetoparis.com/2011/03/getting-a-phone-the-pay-as-you-go-option/

http://www.assistantsinfrance.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=34195 (Cell Phone)

http://www.parisiensalon.com/2010/06/stay-in-touch-in-paris-calling-all-cell-phone-users/

http://www.sfr.fr/mobile/prepaid-sim-card-for-france.jspe#sfrintid=HPP_MEA_LCA1_boltm

http://www.bestofniceblog.com/practical-information/phoning-in-france/