Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur 2026 Spring Festivals in Provence Côte d’Azur March 2, 2026Spring Events in Provence Provence is lovely in the Springtime. As with most of the year, the sun shines brightly, but you should expect an odd rainstorm. Moisture in this period is critical for the grapes, olives, and almonds to start their growing cycles. The apple, pear, apricot, cherry, and plum trees bloom in March …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions 8 Châteaux Castles of Provence to Visit August 31, 2022Perched on hilltops throughout the region, the castles of Provence are intriguing. These seemingly impenetrable fortresses have stone foundations and ramparts for defensive purposes. Reflective of turbulent periods in French history, many of the châteaux in southern France were built on summits maximising the ability to anticipate enemy approach. Today, many of these castles are …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Carrières de Lumières 2022 Take a Journey to Italy February 14, 2022This year at Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux de Provence Venise la Serenissima will whisk us to the Grand Canal, over little bridges and through the shady walkways between beautiful buildings and churches. The 45-minute image and music show will immerse visitors in Byzantine art and the golden mosaics of Saint Mark’s Basilica, as …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur This Summer – Special Shows at Carrieres de Lumieres May 24, 2016Friday 4th March, was the launch of the 2016 show at the Carrieres de Lumieres at Les Baux de Provence – it’s Chagall – Songes d’Une Nuit d’Ete is an inspired choice for the new show at the Carrieres de Lumieres at Les Baux de Provence. If you haven’t visited before, the 2016 Carrieres de Lumieres …Continue Reading
