Explore · Guest Post · Provencal History & Traditions Aix App – For Walks in the Town September 30, 2015Carolyne Kauser-Abbott of Edible Heritage has created a self-guided walking tour of Aix that takes you to all the best places in town. It brings to life the monuments, fountains, buildings of centre ville along with stories of the lives of famous local figures. But it’s more than just a history lesson.…Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions Discover the Artists and Artistic Side of Aix en Provence October 17, 2014Aix en Provence was founded in 122 BC by the Romans and called Aquas Sextius. The remains of the Roman baths can still be seen today at the entry to the Thermes Sextius, which offers a range of decadent spa treatments.…Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire Collection of the Prince of Liechtenstein Fake Paintings March 17, 2016Thinking about the question marks over the authenticity of the Venus (from the art collection of the Prince of Liechtenstein), which was on show at the Hotel de Caumont, I was reminded of an experiment last year at the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London. It’s the world’s oldest gallery.…Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips 24-Hours in Aix Relaxing with Energy en Provence June 22, 2016Born in Paris, Caroline Guyot studied languages (English and Russian) and history. After 14 years of selling advertising space featuring European luxury products, for her employers at the International Herald Tribune and the New York Times – Guyot called it quits. She left the “City of Light” and her advertising career in the rear-view mirror …Continue Reading
