Explore · Our House in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities Visit Avignon for Festivals, Food and Popes July 21, 2020The Papal City Avignon is 40 km southwest of Sablet, snuggled inside ancient walls along the Rhône River. The largest town in the Vaucluse, Avignon is very old, full of history, art, music and activity. I can spend hours wandering the narrow streets inside the fortified walls without getting bored. We head to Avignon for …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Alpilles Essentials: Top 10 Must-See While in this Area of Provence November 15, 2024The Alpilles (miniature Alps) run from east to west for 30 kilometres, starting at the edge of the Durance River and the town of Orgon to the western edge near Fontvieille. Although the Alpilles are not high, with a maximum height of 498 metres, they are dramatic with jagged limestone peaks. Established in 2007, the …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips 7 Days in Provence Highlights for Trip Planning November 26, 2019A Week in Provence Key to a great holiday in Provence (or anywhere) is striking a balance between activity and downtime. We have been fortunate to have many friends visit the region. Of course, we like to think it all about us, but the reality is Provence is magnetic. After observing several families and multiple …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Exploring from Apt 4 Day Trips in the Vaucluse April 7, 2022Jen and Chris Mallon decided to move from England to Apt in June 2018 and arrived in France that September. Leaving their jobs and selling their house, they headed through the Channel Tunnel to Provence. Now they are busy running Cent Cinq self-catered apartments in Apt and welcoming guests from around the globe. So when …Continue Reading