Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Roussillon – A Very Colorful Day in Provence October 11, 2016The Village of Roussillon “Une Journée Très Colorée”… The village of Roussillon is a tiny village filled with cafés and galleries selling pottery, art, and souvenirs. It is a quaint little village perched on top of hillside, painted hues of orange, yellow and reds to match the nearby ochre mines. The most beautiful approach is …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore Autumn in Provence November 11, 2016Just the mention of Provence conjures up images of lavender and sunflowers. Beautiful indeed! But what about the autumn? Is there more to enjoy than just the lavender? Autumn in Provence has an intoxication all of its own. With the crowds have left and the temperatures slightly cooler. Read Cobblestones and Vineyards for Cheryl’s photos …Continue Reading
Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Road Trips South of France How to Spend a Week in Provence March 8, 2017Contributor blog post by Keith Van Sickle: What to see and do with a week in Provence? Here is a 7-day itinerary that covers a mix of historical sites, hilltop villages, and local markets. You can stay in one spot and make day trips to each of these towns. A good choice is St-Rémy-de-Provence, a delightful, …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Paul Shawcross Nissa la Bella – Paul Shawcross favourite places in beautiful Nice February 27, 2018Must-See Nice Fabulous Nice lies along the shores of Baie des Anges at the eastern end of Provence, on what English speakers call the French Riviera but which the French know as the Côte d’Azur. The English aristocracy discovered its delights during the early Victorian era but the secret eventually got out and the Riviera …Continue Reading
