Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Relax in the Alpilles with a Massage Bien-être by Nancy May 14, 2015What could be more relaxing than a massage in the heart of the Parc naturel régional des Alpilles? Nancy Gandon was born across the Rhône River from the Palais des Papes, in Villeneuve lez Avignon a village with this tagline “La Provence côté Languedoc.” The mighty river serves as the dividing line between the two …Continue Reading
Explore · The Riviera Grapevine Three Things I Love About Nice February 11, 2015I got back to Europe from Australia this morning. As usually happens when I go home to Sydney, people (especially those who I don’t know very well) kept asking me: “When are you coming home?” (ie moving home. growing up. Coming back to reality – it’s a loaded question – I’ve been travelling pretty much since I was 17) Things I …Continue Reading
Explore · Sophia van Woensel-Mose Choose Marseille or Aix-en-Provence? Give me both! July 29, 2015The Debate One of the favourite pastimes of the Aixois is fervently discussing the town’s many qualities. They cite the climate, culture and architecture; rave about the shopping and surrounding countryside; and compare notes on their favourite Luberon village, Mediterranean beach, local wine and restaurant. When we first moved here, I would often enthusiastically add …Continue Reading
Explore · Stay Fit A Provencal Work-out February 2, 2015New Year rolls around again and I’m truly determined this time to add a different fitness regime to my life….. My previous New Year experiences have included the usual joining the gym, but oh what a yawn that is! I’m simply not a gym girl – it’s truly dull in my world. I always end …Continue Reading