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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Decor & Gardens · Inspire

Lavender in Provence 7 Best Places to Visit

June 12, 2024

Lavender blooms for a relatively short time in Provence. Like any plant, the exact peak flowering time depends on several factors, including weather and altitude. Generally, the lavender fields in the South of France peak in early July and are harvested by mid-August. Many people plan their trips specifically to see the lavender blooming. However,

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

Holiday Escape to Rustrel: Village Life in the Luberon Valley

March 22, 2024

We have featured many villages and larger towns from St Remy to Nice in our “Where we live in Provence” series, including other places in the Luberon. Perhaps missed by the typical tourist itineraries, Rustrel is a small Luberon Valley village worth visiting. We asked Beth, who owns a home in the town, and Jen

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Local Food Producers · Taste · Virginie Van Der Wees

Discovering Provence’s Almond Trees and Wonderful Recipes

February 6, 2024

The following text, in English and French, is a short introduction to discovering Provence’s almond trees and a few recipes. In the Provencal countryside, it is common to see almond trees growing in the wild. Several regional producers cultivate almonds for local consumption and use in local confectioneries like the famous Calisson d’Aix. Before we

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Stay Fit

Looking for 18 holes? Golf Courses in Provence and Cote d’Azur

January 15, 2024

When you think of a golfing holiday, Provence may not be the place that first springs to mind. Perhaps it’s Scotland or Ireland that you think of first. While we agree that golf may have been invented in Scotland, and almost any golfer would love to play at the Old Course St Andrews. In addition,

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste

Markets in Provence Cote d’Azur a List for Travel Planning

November 21, 2023

Welcome to our list of the Markets of Provence and the Côte d’Azur. This article is a reference directory by day of the week to better-known markets, producers’ markets and a few more. While it would be impossible to include every market in the region, we have tried to be as comprehensive as possible. However,

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Guide to the Markets of Provence and the Côte d’Azur

June 28, 2023

This is a reference guide, a list of the Markets of Provence and the Côte d’Azur, and additional travel tips. Below is a regional directory for daily markets by department (Alpes Maritimes, Bouches du Rhône, Luberon, Vaucluse, and Var) within Provence. We will add details for Alpes de Haute Provence shortly. While it would be

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Explore · Guest Post

Holidaying in Provence: 4 Places You Need to See

January 18, 2023

Known for its stunning landscapes and rolling vineyards, Provence is one of southern France’s most popular places to visit. The region offers a range of delights, but it can be difficult to pack everything within one holiday. We’ve compiled some of the best places in Provence, the region’s attractions you must see. 1. Sénanque Abbey

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