Living a ‘A Good Year’ even if it’s not in Provence!
Caroline Longstaffe · Expat Living and Real EstateContributor blog post by Caroline Longstaffe:
When ever I am feeling far away, yearning to be back in the Luberon in Provence, one of my solutions is to watch, yes for the hundredth time, ‘A Good Year.‘ Filmed minutes from Lourmarin, it perfectly encapsulates this stunning region; the alluring natural light, the breathtaking campagne, the picturesque perched villages and most of all its entrancing way of life.
…Continue reading here for the Shutters and Sunflowers ‘A Good Year’ photo tour and travel tips (where to eat, stay and more) for visiting the Luberon.
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