Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Sign-up Now for Colourful Summer Painting Classes at Atelier Ombres et Lumieres June 22, 2017The ‘Atelier Ombres et Lumieres‘ at Les Milles is run by Murielle Moutel, an innovative artist and teacher. I enjoy going to a weekly class there, and I personally recommend signing up for one of her summer courses, which are taking place in July. Visit this studio, whether you are a beginner or expert she …Continue Reading
Books on Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Crime Novels Set in Aix-en-Provence February 9, 2021There is a series of crime novels set in Aix-en-Provence and beyond. She had spent time in town recently on holiday and loved reading fiction set in places newly familiar. For all those who aren’t in Provence right now but would like to immerse themselves in the unique ambiance of Aix, the ‘Verlaque and Bonnet Mystery’ …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur August Events in Provence August 5, 2016This is the month where just about the whole of Northern France descends onto the beaches of the Cote d’Azur. On the radio they announce “black weekends” which signify lots of Parisians heading south causing a rather lot of traffic. Everyone is finally on vacation. Don’t expect to see a dentist or a lawyer this …Continue Reading
Expat Living and Real Estate · Guest Post · Living in Provence Fancy New Public Transit Aixpress Bus Arriving Spring 2019 November 8, 2018So here it is, the new Aixpress bus. The manufacturers call it an ‘ie-tram’, whereas the Aix mairie refers to it as an ‘autobus’. This reflects the vehicle’s dual use in that it will run inside its designated lane for most of its journey (like a tram) but can also function like a normal bus …Continue Reading