Don't miss the Christmas post

To make sure your Christmas cards get to destinations in France, it is best to send them by Friday December 17

TO MAKE sure your Christmas cards get to destinations in France, it is best to send them by Friday December 17 according to La Poste, whereas for the UK the Royal Mail is advising December 13 by airmail from France.

In France, there is not the same rush to catch the Christmas post as in the UK, as it is acceptable for cards of Christmas and New Year wishes to arrive until January 31.