I've been there.
In 2023, the idea of spending extended periods in France, much less moving there, felt out of reach.
Now it’s my reality.
My passion is to help you do the same.
Whether you’d like support planning a weeklong escape, a midlife sabbatical, or a brand-new chapter of your life in France, I’ll help you cut through the confusion and step into la vie Française with clarity and ease.
For more than 15 years, I’ve traveled throughout France, navigated visas and logistics, explored off-the-beaten-path places, and embraced l’art de vivre.
Now I’d love to help you design your own French adventure.
LET’S GET TO KNOW EACH OTHER
Bonjour! I’m Sacha – a writer, certified health coach, GenXer, and lifelong Francophile. I know firsthand what it feels like to be enchanted by France and daunted by the logistics of visiting, let alone moving here.
Through my Substack, A Good Vintage, I share reflections on travel, wellness, midlife, and my explorations and adventures in France.
The Art de Vivre offering is a natural extension of that work and a more personal way to help you make your own French journey smoother and less overwhelming. And did I mention fun?
Together, we’ll prepare, plan, and discover your version of la vie Française.
Let’s connect with an introductory 1-hour call that will lay the foundation for our time together.
The initial clarity and strategy session is designed to help you:
We can touch on anything that’s top of mind, such as:
you'll leave with:
Art de Vivre consultation & Starter Guide: $200 (Regular rate is $250; Introductory rate available through March 1, 2026)
ready to go deaper?
The 3-Call Bundle
The Art de Vivre Journey builds on our initial session, offering more personalized guidance to help you confidently design and live your French adventure.
When you book your introductory call, the session fee will be applied toward your 3-call package if you decide to continue.
The Art de Vivre Journey bundle includes:
Each session complements the last, helping you move from inspiration to implementation with clarity and confidence.
A PEEK INSIDE
what to expect
01
Vision & Foundation
FOCUS: Discuss your goals, timeline, and priorities. Identify what’s exciting—and what’s been holding you back.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE: Clarity on your direction + an Art de Vivre Starter Guide filled with reflection prompts, practical checklists, and curated resources to help you stay focused and inspired as you bring your French dream to life.
02
Strategy & Structure
FOCUS: Dive deeper into logistics and lifestyle details.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE: Your customized French Art de Vivre Roadmap, including recommendations, a personalized checklist of action steps, and vetted service providers to help move you forward.
03
Integration & Next Steps
FOCUS: Fine-tune your plan, address new questions, and stay on track to meet your goals.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE: Additional resources tailored to your goals, insider tips, and updated action steps.
get started
Art de Vivre bundle: $650 (Regular rate is $800; introductory rate available through March 1, 2026)
Book your one-hour introductory call to get started, and I’ll apply your session toward your 3-call package if you decide to continue.
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– Simone de Beauvoir