Barefoot Blogger · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Summer’s in Full Swing in the South of France August 29, 2016Tourism in France is down from the norm some say. In Uzes and the villages in the south of France that I’ve visited recently, it’s hard to tell. There’s lots going on and plenty of people around to enjoy it all. Fete Votive in Uzes A summer event that everyone looks forward to attending …Continue …Continue Reading
Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur 10 French Riviera Festivals in February + Giveaway January 25, 2016Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: February is approaching quickly and it brings a number of excellent festivals to the French Riviera ranging from food fairs to flower parades and world class carnivals. With half term school holidays for Zone B (Alpes Maritimes and the Var) falling on the dates 06 to 22 February, there’s plenty …Continue Reading
Explore · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Villages Towns and Cities Spending a Perfect Day In Nice August 16, 2022Known as the unofficial capital of the sparkling Cote d’Azur, the charming city of Nice is the perfect place to visit. Boasting a year-round mild Mediterranean climate with many things to do, eat and see, read on to discover our suggestions for the perfect day on the French Riviera. Start your morning at the famous …Continue Reading
Explore · Our House in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities Why Visit Aigues-Mortes the Old Mediterranean Port June 3, 2022It had been quite a few years since we visited Aigues-Mortes, so when cousin Jean-Marc suggested we go somewhere on the sea, I suggested we go there. I still recall the first time we went to Aigues-Mortes, years before buying our house in Sablet, with Tante Edith, Jean-Marc’s mother. Aigues-Mortes was founded in 1240 by …Continue Reading