Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit Cycling Mont Ventoux and the Gorges de la Nesque in Provence February 21, 2018I can honestly say that cycling in Provence is always a delight, but sometimes we do a new ride that just makes my heart sing & leaves me feeling as if I’m grinning ‘from the inside out and that’s just how I felt after doing this route earlier this week. Continue reading here for another …Continue Reading
Our House in Provence · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste Outing to Orange and Lunch at l’Arausio May 16, 2016One Sunday several weeks back, friend Alain who with his wife Mimi owns the epicerie in Sablet, asked me if we were free Monday afternoon. I replied yes, and he said they would pick us up in front of the boulangerie at 11:45 on Monday, a day when the epicerie is closed every week …Continue …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions · Villages Towns and Cities Why Plan to Visit Tarascon on the Rhône River in Provence November 7, 2025The town of Tarascon sits on the left (east) bank of the Rhône River in Provence, directly across the water from its sister town, Beaucaire. Located south of Avignon and north of Arles, it would be difficult for these two small towns to sparkle next to the larger and better-funded communities. However, for residents, that …Continue Reading
David & Karen Taylor · Explore · Stay Fit Conquering the mighty Mont Ventoux August 18, 2016Contributor blog post by David Taylor: As many people know cycling is the number one sport in France and the Luberon is the perfect location to enjoy it, there is a long flat cycle path running from Cavaillon to as far as Forcalquier, whilst there are many quiet back roads where you can meander at …Continue Reading
