Explore · Guest Post Marseille to London by TGV April 8, 2015Book quickly if you want to climb the stairs to Marseille’s Gare St Charles and hop on a train to London. Tickets for the service, which begins in May, are now on sale. It will run on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays during May and June. During July and August, …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Why Arles is a Must-See City in Provence August 6, 2020Roman Arles On a busy summer day, visitors crowd the streets, restaurants and cafés of Arles wanting to see this “A-list” city and its Roman traces. During the Roman Era, Arles was an important trading center with an important river port. Barges with cargo from all over the Empire travelled the waters of the Rhône …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips What to do in Avignon in August July 25, 2016Contributor blog post by Aurelie: Aurelie Gilabert, the founder of Avignon Gourmet Tours, is an Avignon native who seamlessly navigates her way between three languages (French, English and Portuguese). She offers guided tours of the papal city with just the right blend of historical information and foodie tidbits – be prepared to sample local treats along your walk. …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Marseille Art for the Spring April 27, 2015There’s a lovely, fresh, Spring-like exhibition of Cécile Colombo’s work in Marseille at the moment. She is a Gemenos-based artist who uses tissue, fabric, bits of text, inks and paint to make colourful collages. It’s at Galerie Charivari, 7 rue Fontange, Marseille 6, near Notre Dame du Mont. Until 15th May;…Continue Reading