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Explore Provence with us. The opportunities for discovering Provence are endless from Roman ruins to jazz festivals, from bulls in the streets to movies in vineyards our writers share their favourites. We share travel tips and details on “where the locals go” so you can enjoy an authentic Provence experience. The weather in Provence is ideal for being active and enjoying the outdoors – hiking, biking, water-sports and more. Are you planning to create your itinerary? Dig into these articles for road trip ideas and our favourite villages along the way. If it is your first trip to the region, consider hiring a professional guide or joining a tour organised by an experienced small-group tour company.

Visiting Antibes Again? The French Riviera Just Gets Better

June 27, 2017

Last summer was the first time I visited Antibes. Afterwards I realized how much I love the place and I started scheming how to return. Thanks to author-friend Patricia Sands, I had the perfect excuse. She invited me to come back to play! …Continue reading here for details on Deborah’s excursion last summer. On this occasion she …

Find Out Why You Should Spend a Sunday in Toulon

June 21, 2017

Sunday is an ideal time to visit Toulon as the traffic is lighter, it’s easier to park, and the market is in full swing. It’s a good market, with the top part being North African stalls, leading down to the fruit and veg section and ending in clothes near the harbour. Visit this port city …

Caroline Longstaffe · Explore

Travel Planning your Stay in the Luberon Village of Lourmarin

June 14, 2017

I am often asked if I could help plan a stay in Lourmarin, so voilà! This itinerary would work from any of the nearby Luberon villages. I’ve planned it around my favourite market days, listed below. But don’t rush around too much. Allow yourself to simply ‘be’ ~ to enjoy just being there, immersing yourself …

Explore · Road Trips South of France

3 of the Most Scenic Drives Close to Monaco

June 9, 2017

Monaco is truly blessed when it comes to its climate and location. These two factors combined create some of the most aesthetically-pleasing scenery in the world with verdant vegetation atop hills and craggy rock faces. It is the gateway to the French Riviera and Provence, whose scenic roads have been immortalised in numerous films. With …

Explore · Our House in Provence

A Day in Cassis with Friends and Lunch at Chez Gilbert Restaurant

June 7, 2017

Cassis is a picturesque town a little over 1 and 1/2 hours from Sablet, tucked into a curve along the Mediterranean Sea between the calanques (little coastal fjords with tall cliffs), about 20 km east of Marseille. It’s a fishing port on a steep hillside with vineyards and pastel-coloured houses that tumble down to a …

Dorothy Garabedian · Explore

Marseille Stories: The last Paysanne of Plan-de-Cuques

June 5, 2017

Contributor blog post by Dorothy Garabedian: You’re wondering: Where or what is Plan-de-Cuques? Well, it’s a town, or rather a suburb – actually a commune north of Marseille – and it has a few secrets. Plan-de-Cuques is not very old in comparison to other French villages, although abundant archeological evidence indicates there has been human habitation …

Explore · Rebecca Whitlocke

French Riviera Travel Tips 10 Places To Visit In Monaco On A Budget

June 2, 2017

Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Monaco has a reputation as a place of luxury, superyachts and supercars but I’m going to shatter the myth that you need to have lots of money to enjoy Monaco as a tourist. Monaco/Monte Carlo is spread over a lot of hills, so if you’re a first-time visitor you …

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Les Vallons Holiday Home - Sleeps 12

If you are looking for a perfect holiday rental property, with a heated pool, Les Vallons sleeps 12 people in a fully restored hamlet.

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Studio Apartment Minutes from Aix-en-Provence

Surrounded by vineyards, the air-conditioned studio apartment has a bedroom, bathroom, a small kitchenette, and a sitting area.

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Luberon B&B Absoluut Valvert

Exclusive and charming, this 5 room B&B is surrounded by nature yet is only a stone's throw from historical Bonnieux.

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The apartments have lounge and dining areas with fully equipped modern kitchens. The bedrooms are bright and airy with modern bathrooms.

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Holiday Cottages Near Toulon

Near Toulon and its Mediterranean beaches, Villa Bernice has 3 cottages available for holiday rentals. There is an apartment with two bedrooms suitable for 4 people and two studios for 2 persons.

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Cotton Tote Bag “Poésie”

A lightweight tote bag with a beautiful watercolour design printed on the front. Each L'AUGUSTE Provence tote bag is unique and entirely handmade.

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Balsamic Vinegar from Chateau d’Estoublon in Provence

Chosen by My French Country Home at Château d'Estoublon in Provence’s Alpilles, this tasty balsamic vinegar is made from cooked grape juice and red wine vinegar. This balsamic is a good mix of sweet and sour flavours. Aged for at least 60 days in oak barrels, it develops a smooth texture. Great for salads, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, and seafood. Enhance your cooking with Estoublon balsamic vinegar.

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Candles Fig Perfume from Provence

Rose et Marius combines citrus notes of fig leaves with Indian absolute for a summer in Provence into fragrance in this scented candle. Infused with exclusive perfumes, buy these refillable candles that burn for about 60 hours, making great gifts or additions to your home.

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Table and Home Decor Collection in Jacquard Fabric

Fresh and bright, a lovely magnolia pattern adorns the jacquard weave fabric, a sturdy blend of cotton and polyester for durability. The collection includes a table cloth, table runner, placemats, and cushion covers.

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Liquid Shower Soap from Provence

Imagine a typical Provencal relaxed lunch with chilled rosé under the arbour. These Rose et Marius liquid shower soaps are paraben-free. Made with olive oil from Provence and exclusive fragrances created in Grasse. Find these refillable soaps in beautiful 5* hotels, top-quality restaurants, or your home.

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Quilted Tote Bags in Provencal Fabrics

These large tote bags come in a range of Provencal fabrics. Whether you choose lavender, wild flowers or one of the other two patterns these sturdy bags are light yet strong enough to carry all the necessary accessories and even a laptop. The bags are made with printed and quilted fabric and have solid handles.

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Botantical Sensitive Skin Toner

Grown at Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm, this toner includes distilled damask roses and lavender blended with a note of chamomile – a year-round favourite for hydrating and nourishing your face. Especially beneficial for mature and sensitive skin as it helps to heal and balance redness and irritation. (Shipping in Canada only).

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Liquid Bath Soap from Provence

Made in Provence with olive oil and perfumed with an exclusive Rose et Marius fragrance. Use this liquid soap in your next shower. The summery scent of orange blossoms and Turkish rose essence is created in Grasse. These refillable, paraben-free liquid soaps are found in beautiful 5* hotels and top-quality restaurants.

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Lavender Sachet from Provence

L'AUGUSTE Provence organic lavender sachets are decorative objects with additional wellness benefits and the delicate scent is soothing.

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