Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore 5 Reasons to Visit the Camargue May 31, 2016Take a road trip to a world away from lavender-scented fields, perched villages, and candy-coloured shutters. Head to the Camargue! The marshland and brackish waters where the Rhone River finally meets the Mediterranean define Provence’s “wild west.” Created in 1986, the natural wetland preserve is 100,000 hectares in size (read more here). Here are five …Continue Reading
Explore · Guest Post · Locals Travel Tips Top 8 French Riviera Things to do en Famille May 7, 2019Top Picks for Family-Friendly French Riviera This guest post on ideas for activities for the whole family on the French Riviera comes from Helen Bates. Bates and her husband, Niall, have been living in the South of France for 12 years after leaving their careers in finance in the City of London. They run a …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Margo Lestz The Camargue: Horses, Bulls, and Gardians of Provence February 21, 2017Southwest Provence, around Arles and the Camargue, has a very distinctive culture: it’s a horse and bull culture. This marshy area, unsuitable for development, has been of little interest to humans over the years. Thus, it was a perfect place for herds of wild white horses, black cattle, and a multitude of birds, including pink flamingos. …Continue Reading
Christine van der Linden · Explore · Hans Zeegers Immerse in Nature: La Réserve des Monts d’Azur – A Provencal Paradise September 5, 2024Just an hour north of Cannes, nestled in the rolling hills, lies the enchanting La Réserve des Monts d’Azur. This natural reserve offers a perfect getaway for families, couples, and friends looking to immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the Provencal wilderness. Accessible via a picturesque route, this park is a sanctuary where wild …Continue Reading