Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit Cycling in Provence – Through the Vineyards of the Luberon February 28, 2017When I packed my cycle kit to come over this time, I put in enough layers to keep me warm in the expected arctic temperatures, hoping to snatch a few precious moments out on the bike before dashing home to thaw out in front of the fire. I think, in hindsight, I rather over-packed as …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities The Legend of Roussillon – a tale of illicit love and a tragic end! November 15, 2017Yesterday morning I cycled up to Roussillon for the weekly market and to sit on the wall enjoying the view and the vivid colours of the Ochre cliffs that define the village. When I arrived it was lovely & quiet and I popped into the boulangerie to buy breakfast, where I ended up chatting to …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Explore the 9 Hilltop Villages in the Pays de Fayence July 13, 2021Discover the Pays de Fayence The Pays de Fayence is only a 30-minute drive from Saint-Raphaël. The area is a quiet contrast to the busy Mediterranean coast. With its perched villages and unspoilt natural setting, this region of Provence remains anchored to the past. There are nine (9) hilltop villages in the foothills of the …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire Celebrating Chandeliers and Porsche 911 at Mathieu Lustrerie December 13, 2022Located in Gargas in the Luberon Valley, Mathieu Lustrerie is recognized worldwide for its chandelier restorations. A chandelier is more than just a light; it is an art form, and Mathieu Lustrerie merits the prestigious label Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV). The EPV designation is open to trades involved in the production, transformation, repair, and …Continue Reading