Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur February Events in Provence: Mimosa and Sea Urchins February 3, 2017Despite it being February, the coast of France bordering on the Mediterranean becomes bright yellow during this time of year. Acacia dealbata. Or, known in the florist trade as Mimosa. If you’ve never seen this growing in the wild, now is your chance. This spectacular shrub Continue reading here for Ashley’s list of fun events in …Continue Reading
Inspire · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Monaco Yacht Show 2016 — French Riviera Luxury September 20, 2016Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Hosted annually at Port Hercules, the 26th edition of the Monaco Yacht Show will be hosted over four days from 28 September to 1 October 2016 and will welcome key decision-makers from leading yachting and high-end companies to the Principality for the ultimate nautical rendezvous. Well regarded as a cornerstone …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur April Events in Provence April 19, 2016The cherry trees are flowering in Provence and there are punnets full of local tasty strawberries varieties at the local veg shop. We’ve officially (only today) moved into our new house and though we’re quite busy- …Continue reading here for Ashley’s list of all the festivals and events happening primarily in the Bouches du Rhône region of Provence.…Continue Reading
Chiara Orlandi · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions The Blue Chair: Symbol of Nice August 16, 2016Like theTour Eiffel of Paris or the Big Ben of London, La chaise bleue has long been considered the symbol of Nice. The iconic chairs, as blue as the rippling Bay of Angels they overlook, are wedged in rows of 20 along the famous Promenade des Anglais. While in winter it is relatively easy to …Continue Reading