Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Lourmarin The Most Romantic Village of the Luberon January 31, 2017Here’s a tip! When your husband asks if you would like to be dropped off in the village of Lourmarin for the day, you just say “Yes!” You don’t question it. You just go. You won’t be disappointed. Read the original Cobblestones and Vineyards article for Cheryl’s photos of Lourmarin a village she describes as …Continue Reading
Explore 5 Things You Do To Show You’re a Tourist in Provence July 2, 2015We hate being treated like tourists when we visit another place, and yet sometimes it’s our actions that send up a red flag that we’re strangers. Here are 5 ways you might be tipping your cards about being a tourist (and how to get a poker face). You Walk Around With Your Camera Over Your …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Travel WiFi Roaming and SIM Cards In France September 18, 2015Provence is paradise…until you attempt to get cell coverage or WiFi access in some Provencal villages. One could blame the thick walls built with stones from Roman foundations, or the at times violent weather. However, the reality is that cellular network coverage is limited in some areas. Apparently, I should have paid more attention when …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Marseille a City that History Buffs Should Visit May 14, 2019Admittedly, my (old) view of Marseille came from mob and war stories in books, on TV and movies. Now after visiting the city, I’m impressed. To me, Marseille’s story is one of resilience. It shows how perseverance conquers adversity. Marseille’s Story: Prehistory and Ancient Massalia The earliest settlements in the area, now know as Marseille, …Continue Reading
