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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips

7 Days in Provence Highlights for Trip Planning

November 26, 2019

A Week in Provence Key to a great holiday in Provence (or anywhere) is striking a balance between activity and downtime. We have been fortunate to have many friends visit the region. Of course, we like to think it all about us, but the reality is Provence is magnetic. After observing several families and multiple

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Holiday Gift Guide for the Home from Provence

November 21, 2019

Discover our Holiday Gift Guide for the Home (table, cooking, décor and more) from the South of France. Provencal Gifts for the Home Table: There is nothing quite like the holidays for meals with friends and family, and festive table settings are a great way to set the mood. Provencal fabrics – les Indiennes –

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Yoga Provence La Belle Vie Beyond the Mat

October 28, 2019

Yoga in Provence La Belle Vie yoga retreat was in my calendar, but when the weekend finally arrived I was rushed, juggling life. As Pradeep Teotia began his class with his signature “Welcome Home,” all thoughts of my to-do list fell away. The warmth in the room embraced my soul, and it was not just

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Expat Living and Real Estate · Keith Van Sickle · Living in Provence

Living in Provence Getting Deep Into Local Culture

October 10, 2019

Living Part-time in Provence My wife and I live part of the year in St-Rémy and it’s been fun to get to know the place. One way we’ve done it is through local associations, which are groups organized around a common interest. Associations are popular in France and every town and village has at least

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Artisans in Provence Le Savoir Faire des Alpilles

October 9, 2019

Showcasing Alpilles Craftsmanship It could only be serendipity that Le Savoir Faire des Alpilles, a boutique showcasing the designs of local artisans, is across the street from the administrative offices of the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles. Both groups actively promote the beauty, traditions and natural environment of the small chain of mountains called les

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Marti Schmidt

Discover Arles and Vincent Van Gogh on Tour

September 9, 2019

Discover Arles Arles is an excellent example of the adaptation of an ancient city to medieval European civilization. It has some impressive Roman monuments dating back to the 1st century BC. These include the arena, the Roman theatre and the cryptoporticus (subterranean galleries). During the 4th century, Arles experienced a second golden age, as attested

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Travel Guides and Photo Books

September 4, 2019

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