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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.

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Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore

The End of Summer Blues in Provence

September 16, 2016
The temperatures in Provence are still very hot right now. Though beautiful as always, the region seems a little worn, a little tired, after a busy summer. Even my favourite Joucassienne dog is a little wiped out from the heat. Remember my picture of him from last year in June? …Continue reading here for Cheryl’s photos …
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Caroline Longstaffe · Explore

The Luberon’s L’Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque

September 14, 2016
Contributor blog post by Caroline Longstaffe: Last time on our tour of the Luberon’s perched villages we visited Lacoste and Ménerbes, maybe you missed our next two stops? The mystical ghost town, Oppède-le-Vieux and Gordes, perhaps the Luberon’s most magnificent perched village. From Gordes, the next stop has to be L’Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque, …Continue reading here to find out …
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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions · Stay Fit

Mur de la Peste a Rocky Trail in Provence’s History

September 13, 2016
Over 100,000 people (some estimates as high as 126,000) died in Provence between 1720 and 1722, including almost 50% of Marseille’s population some 46,000 inhabitants. All in the name of commerce. The Grand Saint-Antoine arrived in Marseille’s port on May 25, 1720, from Syria (previously Levan), the vessel was late, delayed due to weather and …
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Explore · Paula Kane · Stay Fit

Blue Sky Biking in Provence

September 9, 2016
Well, well. This is just unbelievable, really. The sky has been bright blue, the temperatures between +32 and +36 and no wind. It’s been perfect for weeks, I almost can’t believe it. This past week has been silly busy with my brother-in-law visiting, Jason arriving, my brother-in-law leaving, another friend arriving, heading to the Alps …
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