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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Expat Living and Real Estate · Learning French · Living in Provence

An Englishman in Provence Loving Expat Living in Avignon

December 17, 2018

In early 2018, when the opportunity to relocate to Provence presented itself Phil Chandler and his partner jumped at the chance to escape from the “rat race” in England. Leaving behind his own successful business in the United Kingdom (UK) Phil is now pursuing a career as a freelance travel writer, blogger, aspiring photographer and

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Hotels Provence & Cote d'Azur · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Hotel Le Saint-Remy Delivers Cool 5-Star Luxury in Town

December 7, 2018

Chic Hotel Le Saint-Remy After a 20-month construction timeline, Le Saint-Remy opened its doors to hotel guests in August 2018. The 19th-century mansion constructed for Colonel Chambéry with its cour d’honneur (ceremonial courtyard) would have been majestic in its heyday, but more recently it was dilapidated. Didier Rivière leveraged his boutique hotel experience from projects

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

Christmas in Provence

December 7, 2018

Dutch-born Anne-Marie Simons is a traveller. She studied in Paris, worked in Brussels and then moved to the United States where for a long time she worked only to support her travel-bug. Today, Anne-Marie and her husband Oscar reside in Aix-en-Provence where she continues to hone her writing. The following is an excerpt from her

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David Scott Allen · Dessert · Flans, Puddings · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Stuffed Poached Pears with Berry Purée

December 7, 2018

It’s sad to see the end of the summer stone fruit – plums, peaches, nectarines and apricots. However, in their place, a variety of apples and pears indicate the start of new dessert opportunities. This recipe for Stuffed Poached Pears includes an element of surprise.  The dessert is easy to prepare and perfect for cool

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Explore · Guided Holiday Tours · Martine Bertin-Peterson

A Day in Provence with Goût et Voyage en Francais

December 6, 2018

A Day in Provence On a sunny late Spring morning, we gather on the terrace of our small, boutique hotel for breakfast. Over warm, freshly baked croissants, home-made jam, fresh fruit and local cheeses our group of six (6) contemplates the day’s itinerary. The topic of our French conversation this morning is “le marché.”  We’ll

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Bed & Breakfasts in Provence · Mary Kay Seales · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Where to Stay in Avignon? Le Limas Bed & Breakfast

December 6, 2018

“It feels like a home, an art gallery and a boutique hotel all in one” Avignon, the ancient walled city with the famous “pont,” is situated along the Rhone River on the TGV train line from Paris.  It is the perfect stopover en route to the Côte d’Azur, or can be your base for exploring

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Explore · Guest Post · Road Trips South of France

Musée de la Romanité in Nimes a Must-Visit

December 3, 2018

The British press has been fulsome in its praise of the Musée de la Romanité in Nimes which opened in June – I couldn’t wait to visit. Brand-new museums worldwide are using the latest building techniques and materials to construct breath-taking spaces with beautifully lit exhibits. And this is no exception. Plus, it is in

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