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Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities

The Legend of Roussillon – a tale of illicit love and a tragic end! 

November 15, 2017

Yesterday morning I cycled up to Roussillon for the weekly market and to sit on the wall enjoying the view and the vivid colours of the Ochre cliffs that define the village. When I arrived it was lovely & quiet and I popped into the boulangerie to buy breakfast, where I ended up chatting to

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Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Roussillon – A Very Colorful Day in Provence

October 11, 2016

The Village of Roussillon “Une Journée Très Colorée”… The village of Roussillon is a tiny village filled with cafés and galleries selling pottery, art, and souvenirs.  It is a quaint little village perched on top of hillside, painted hues of orange, yellow and reds to match the nearby ochre mines.  The most beautiful approach is

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Learning French

Learn French and Photography on Holiday in Provence

March 28, 2022

Let’s face it learning another language is challenging. So, why not plan a holiday in Provence that combines learning French and photography skills improvement? Avril Vanlerberghe is a language specialist based in Provence, and this summer, she is offering French and Photography experiences in July and August. These immersion programs blend classroom time, Provencal food

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

5 Reasons to Join a Goût et Voyage 2026 Tour in Beautiful Provence

July 18, 2025

Book a small group tour with Goût et Voyage for an adventure that satisfies your wanderlust and enriches your soul with cultural and culinary insights in Provence and beyond. Founder Martine Bertin-Peterson wants you to discover the Goût et Voyage destinations (Provence, Normandy, Umbria and Morocco), where each adventure is crafted to offer you a

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Road Trips South of France · Villages Towns and Cities

A Quick Driving Tour of the Luberon Villages in Provence

April 18, 2025

We invited some friends to visit us in early September in Provence. When they agreed, we jumped into planning mode and created an itinerary that would interest first-timers and those who had previously visited. It’s challenging to plan a holiday agenda that balances the needs of an active group who want to see the region

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Dreaming of Provence? Make it a Reality with idreamprovence Exclusive Tours

April 11, 2025

Anyone who appreciates nature’s splendour, embraces cultural traditions, and relishes culinary brilliance needs to travel to Provence. Since your visit to Provence needs a perfect starting point, join Abi Treanor and Pierre Giammalva on an idreamprovence exclusive tour. Choose from their meticulously designed day tours, such as a city walk, a scenic countryside drive, or

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Expat Living and Real Estate · Guest Post · Living in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Fractional Ownership Makes Moving to Provence, France Easy

January 27, 2025

A Move to Provence? Why not? As you’ve heard, Americans are considering moving to France, and you, too, may be wondering, “Is this the time to make this dream a reality?” After all, Provence is the magical place where Marcel Pagnol (La Gloire de Mon Père, Le Château de Ma Mère) spent his childhood and

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