Barefoot Blogger · Explore 12 Things You’ll Miss in France This Year May 18, 2015The Barefoot Blogger’s “Must” Hit List In case you haven’t heard, this is the year to visit France. The euro to US dollar is at a twelve-year low. If you don’t already have your bags packed, here are a few things you’ll surely miss staying at home. #1 Sunset on the French Riviera: Explore this …Continue Reading
Explore · Margo Lestz The Cicada (Cigale) of Provence August 19, 2016Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: The Sun Makes Them Sing When the warm days of summer arrive in Provence, the air is filled with the song of the cicadas, or cigales in French. They’re the loudest insects on the planet and their “song” has been measured at up to 120 decibels, which is comparable …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Road Trips South of France Drive this Stunning Beauty the Route des Crêtes Cassis to La Ciotat January 15, 2025As we climbed higher, the views became increasingly spectacular. The Route des Crêtes isn’t just about the views—it’s also about the experience of driving it. The road is narrow and winding, with sharp hairpin turns and steep grades that test your skills as a driver. There were moments when it felt like the road was …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours Meander Provence with Modern Trobadors Tours September 10, 2015The Modern Trobadors may travel through Provence with iDevices and digital cameras, but their goal is similar to their medieval brethren to share news about this diverse corner of France. Now, you can join them on a bespoke tour of Provence in 2016. Medieval troubadours were poets and musicians who crafted stories into lyrical prose …Continue Reading
