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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Living in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities

Insiders Tips for your Visit to Lovely Antibes

May 4, 2021

While living and working in dynamic Hong Kong, Tom and Paul were hooked and began visiting Antibes and Cote d’Azur. Leaving behind Asia’s intense lifestyle and demanding jobs in luxury hotel design (Tom) and financial markets (Paul), they moved to Antibes in 2012. It’s been a decade, and Antibes is a hometown they may never

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5 Top Things to See in Provence for Ukrainian Visitors

April 30, 2021

Is Provence a good place to visit as a Ukrainian? You bet it is! What’s not to love about a region packed with good wine, fascinating history, ancient ruins, incredible scenery, art… You name it, Provence has it. From its idyllic Mediterranean beaches to the slopes of the Southern Alps, the region has a wealth

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Visit Mougins for Art and Gastronomy

March 5, 2021

A few kilometres inland from Cannes, in the South of France, lies the picturesque medieval town of Mougins. With its charming narrow streets and creative vibe, Mougins is a drawcard for artists, designers and actors. The town is famous for its inviting museums, galleries and lively art scene. Mougins Means Art “Our splendid galleries of

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

Master Artists Influence on the French Riviera

March 2, 2021

The South of France has long attracted artists and creative types who were inspired by the natural beauty. Vincent Van Gogh followed his dream to Arles. Paul Cézanne returned to his beloved Aix-en-Provence after time spent in Paris. Paul Gaughin accepted Van Gogh’s invitation to head south and participate in Van Gogh’s “artist’s colony.” A

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Explore · Villages Towns and Cities · Virginie Van Der Wees

My Many Reasons to Visit Aix-en-Provence

February 25, 2021

My name is Virginie Van Der Wees. I am a French teacher for non-French speakers. I live near Aix-en-Provence. Every morning, it’s a pleasure to wake up and tell myself that I live at the foot of the Sainte-Victoire mountain, 25 minutes from Aix-en-Provence. Je m’appelle Virginie Van Der Wees. Je suis professeure de français

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Must-See Places of Silence on the Côte d’Azur, France

February 16, 2021

Côte d’Azur, or as it’s more commonly referred to -the French Riviera- is well-known as a place of glamour and beauty. Few people know that the region is also home to some of France’s most majestic spiritual buildings. Places where a busy career-driven professional or an overworked caretaker can spend a couple of days of

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The Archives in Antibes for a Look at History

January 12, 2021

It’s unlikely that a trip to the municipal archives in Antibes would be on many (or any) visitor’s to-do list. However, for me, the chance to see parchments dating from the 1300s was irresistible. When four parchments appeared in a British auction house two months ago, the city of Antibes was “in the room” –

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