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5 Provencal Villages to Visit from the Mountains to the Mediterranean

August 28, 2026

Dreaming of southern France? Provence welcomes you from snow-capped Alps to sunlit shores, where each village—from mountain heights to the Mediterranean—unfolds its own tale. In this article, we invite you to discover five Provencal gems: Banon, Tourtour, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Menton, and Villefranche-sur-Mer. As we move from wild mountain vistas to vibrant seaside towns, each destination reveals …

Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Villages Towns and Cities

Discover Why St-Rémy-de-Provence has a Traffic Light, Part-time

July 29, 2026

St-Rémy-de-Provence has one of the best weekly markets in the region. The Wednesday morning market is very popular. The merchants love it, but it causes traffic problems because big parts of the market are on either side of the main street. Shoppers are constantly crossing from one side to the other, stopping cars and causing …

Explore · Guided Holiday Tours · Tasha Powell

Luberon Authentic Tours introduces an Apéro Pétanque

July 15, 2026

Luberon Authentic Tours has introduced a brand-new experience to enrich your day in Provence: an Apéro Pétanque held on their newly built pétanque court at La Bastide des Amandiers. This relaxed and convivial moment invites you to unwind like a local—sipping a refreshing drink while enjoying a friendly game of pétanque in a beautiful, authentic …

Explore · Tasha Powell · Villages Towns and Cities

All Aboard! Why Take the Bateaux Verts Ferry to Saint-Tropez?

July 6, 2026

Whether you arrive by car, yacht, helicopter or ferry, Saint Tropez is worth a visit! However, arriving in Saint Tropez can mean sitting in traffic during peak seasons or during events. Tasha discovered an easy way to reach Saint-Tropez. Start in Sainte-Maxime or Port Grimaud and take one of Les Bateaux Verts. Electric Boats Good …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Exploring Provence: Why L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a Town Worth Visiting

June 29, 2026

In Provence, there are plenty of interesting villages and towns to visit. So, is L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue a town worth exploring? Absolutely! L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, often called the “Venice of Provence,” is a magical place. Its picturesque canals, famous Sunday market, antique vendors, old town, and ancient water wheels create an enchanting experience in Provence. In this article, we …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Road Trips South of France

Want to Understand Olive Traditions? Book Curated Travel to Provence

May 15, 2026

Martine Bertin-Peterson, the founder of Goût et Voyage LLC, runs small-group tours in Provence, Umbria, Normandy, and Morocco. Creating unforgettable travel memories, Martine serves as the escort for all Goût et Voyage culinary travel adventures. These tours bring together her lifelong passions for travel, cooking, and culture. In Provence, Umbria, and Morocco, olives and olive …

Luberon B&B Absoluut Valvert

Exclusive and charming, this 5 room B&B is surrounded by nature yet is only a stone's throw from historical Bonnieux.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Bed and Breakfast

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Lourmarin Self-Catered Rental Apartments

Les Olivettes, once a Provencal farmhouse in the Luberon, has 4 spacious rental apartments only a 4-minute walk from the centre of Lourmarin.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Apt: One Bedroom Rental Apartments

The apartments have lounge and dining areas with fully equipped modern kitchens. The bedrooms are bright and airy with modern bathrooms.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Holiday Cottages Near Toulon

Near Toulon and its Mediterranean beaches, Villa Bernice has 3 cottages available for holiday rentals. There is an apartment with two bedrooms suitable for 4 people and two studios for 2 persons.

Var
One Bedroom
Two Bedrooms

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2-Bedroom Penthouse in Villefranche-sur-Mer

Extremely private, the Waterfront Penthouse 2-bedroom, 2-bath holiday rental with a panoramic view is a very romantic place.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
Two Bedrooms

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Provence Marketplace

French Linen Table Runner

A linen table runner that is the perfect combination of rustic and refined. The embroidered stitching enhances the neutral-coloured linen. Add this French Address runner to your collection.

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Bread Baskets from Provence

Remember Provence has a curated collection of printed cotton bread baskets in a selection of beautiful patterns from Valdrôme®. Available in two sizes, these round baskets add a touch of colour to your table. Made in a Provencal workshop using OEKO-TEX® fabric, these baskets are also practical for storing things in your kitchen or elsewhere.

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Scented Mini Candle Box Sets

Rose et Marius offers box sets with three (3) mini candles. These candle collections include signature fragrances such as "siesta in a sunlit home" and "early morning in the orange grove." These mini candles burn for approximately 25 hours in pretty glass containers.

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Lavender Sachet from Provence

L'AUGUSTE Provence organic lavender sachets are decorative objects with additional wellness benefits and the delicate scent is soothing.

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Gorgeous Citrus Pattern Table Linens from Provence

Discover the Cedrat linen pattern this new collection celebrates the "citrus limon" that grows on the French Riviera. The Provencal motif includes tablecloths (of different sizes), napkins, table runners and t-towels. Made with 100% cotton these products from Remember Provence are durable and easy to clean.

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Hand-painted Kitchen Canisters

Add a touch of French lavender to your kitchen with these hand-painted glass jars. These air-tight canisters are designed with a Provencal lavender motif and are perfect for dry goods or even as a flower vase. The jar capacity is 0.4 gallons (1.5 litres) and made with transparent, sturdy glass and a wooden lid.

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Travel Journal for Your Visit to Marseille

From bouillabaisse to petanque, Marseille is a city that combines a Mediterranean lifestyle with great food. This travel journal from My French Country Home for Marseille features watercolour prints on the cover and throughout its 128 pages. It is 14.5 x 20.5 cm and made of recycled paper (25%). The journal is eco-friendly and beautiful, combining sustainability with artistry.

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Shallot Vinegar from Chateau d’Estoublon in Provence

Chosen by My French Country Home at the famous Château d'Estoublon in Provence’s Alpilles, this white vinegar is carefully mixed with fresh shallots. A key ingredient in classic French vinaigrette, shallot vinegar adds a touch of elegance to green salads. Drizzle gently over oysters or shellfish for a special touch. Try it now to bring real French style to your kitchen.

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Hand Rolled Beeswax Candles

Lucienne is one of the signature candles fabricated by Apis Cera. Rolled by hand these 100% pure beeswax candles come in a box of 9. The honeycomb wax is rolled around a cotton wick with an approximate burning time of 5 hours.

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Tastes of Provence

Dessert · French with Agnes · Pies & Tarts · Provencal Recipes · Taste

No Joke! Make this April Fools’ Pastry the Poisson d’Avril feuilleté

The French love the flaky, sweet Galette des Rois (that we enjoy in January) so much that they find excuses to eat more of it all year long. For example, this recipe for the fish-shaped pastry is a creative take on the beloved Galette des Rois. While it might not technically be a traditional French …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Dessert · Fruit Desserts · Pies & Tarts · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Holiday Baking: Festive Cranberry Tart Recipe from Provence

Do particular foods make you think of the holiday season? For me, the appearance of cranberries in the supermarket is a sure sign that Thanksgiving and Christmas festivities are around the corner. The cranberry tart recipe below is from Moulin Castelas, a beautiful olive plantation and mill near Les Baux de Provence. Moulin Castelas Olive …

David Scott Allen · Fish & Seafood · Main Course · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Seared Salmon with Morels a Spring Recipe

Certain foods are harbingers of the season. Asparagus, fresh peas, and morel mushrooms are culinary ingredients often associated with springtime. Sure, you can find all three during other periods of the year. But honestly, is there anything better than fresh asparagus in the spring? This recipe for seared and roasted salmon combines these lovely flavours. …

Main Course · Provencal Recipes · Tasha Powell · Taste · Vegetarian

Vegetarian Stuffed Aubergines (Eggplant) with Chickpeas

Petits Farcis is a traditional Provencal dish. The exact origins are up for debate as residents of Nice claim the recipe for their own. My version of stuffed aubergine (eggplant) is suitable for a vegetarian or vegan (if you leave out the parmesan cheese) diets. This recipe was one of the ones on a menu …

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Explore Provence

5 Provencal Villages to Visit from the Mountains to the Mediterranean

Discover Why St-Rémy-de-Provence has a Traffic Light, Part-time

Luberon Authentic Tours introduces an Apéro Pétanque

All Aboard! Why Take the Bateaux Verts Ferry to Saint-Tropez?

Exploring Provence: Why L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a Town Worth Visiting

Top 23 Questions People Ask About Lavender in Provence

Want to Understand Olive Traditions? Book Curated Travel to Provence

Tastes of Provence

No Joke! Make this April Fools’ Pastry the Poisson d’Avril feuilleté

Holiday Baking: Festive Cranberry Tart Recipe from Provence

Seared Salmon with Morels a Spring Recipe

Vegetarian Stuffed Aubergines (Eggplant) with Chickpeas

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