Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit Beyond the end of the Veloroute 1 to Cereste July 7, 2016Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: The Véloroute du Calavon is a great off-road cycle path that runs the length of the petit-Luberon from near Cavaillon to beyond Apt. Built on the bed of an old railway track it offers a well-maintained, vehicle-free, flat route through some of the most picturesque scenery in the area. …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours Long Weekends and Short Breaks in Provence March 26, 2019Provencal Getaway With long weekends on the horizon, why not plan a short break in Provence? Gather some friends or family and head south for some warm weather, blue skies, gourmet food and sightseeing. Touring Ideas in Provence Late June through August, Provence treats her visitors to flowering lavender and sunflower fields. However, it’s during …Continue Reading
Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Villages Towns and Cities Sanary-sur-Mer, A Gem on France’s Mediterranean Coast January 13, 2025It’s one of the prettiest towns on France’s Mediterranean coast and one of the country’s sunniest. But while international tourists flock to places like Nice, Antibes, and St-Tropez, lovely little Sanary-sur-Mer remains relatively undiscovered. Sanary, as the locals call it, was founded as a fishing village in the 16th century. Fishermen still ply their trade …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities How to Spend a Week Touring Provence from Apt April 21, 2022After living in Provence for a few years and running holiday rental apartments in the heart of Apt, Jen and Chris Mallon continue their exploration of the region. They are wonderful hosts and always happy to help guests with ideas for sightseeing, avoiding the crowds, and some of their favourite spots for wine tasting. Below, …Continue Reading