July edition out now: what's inside

Dita von Teese interview, summer holiday ideas and our guide to the Pays de la Loire - all in our packed July issue.

THE JULY issue of The Connexion is out now, packed with 68 pages of news, interviews and practical information about life in France.

The big interview: Dita von Teese follows her fantasy to strip at the Crazy Horse in Paris

Summer festivals: Jazz, classical, rock and more – we find you the pick of the summer’s music festivals in some of the most beautiful locations throughout France

Where we live: Four-page pull-out on the Pays de la Loire – Places to go, property prices and what the residents think

What’s On: School summer holidays start and so do the sales – which can be almost as gruelling as the Tour de France which this year starts in Rotterdam

Leisure: Summer camps offer something for every child

Sport: Citroën 2CV Tour de France – 3,000km in 16 days

Outdoors:Charity explains how you can help wild animals

Travel: Five-star sites give camping a boost

Business: Urssaf answers your questions

Healthcare: France may copy UK NHS Direct helpline

Practical: Dual-SIM phones explained

Money: Tax reforms give fisc more of your cash

Property: How to sell to foreigners

Family: Divorce – what options for foreigners?

Spotlight: France and its colonies

Plus: 14-page directory - find English-speaking services and tradesmen near you

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The July issue is also available from newsagents all over the country. Find your nearest stockist here.