Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Arles: Feria du Riz Food and Fashion September 19, 2014Just tell me there’s a bullfight close to Uzes, and I’m there. As usual, there’s always a party that makes the corrida even more fun. Arles, a town less than an hour down the road that’s mostly famous for being one of Van Gogh’s “hangouts”. The Feria du Riz, the annual Rice Harvest Festival, celebrates …Continue Reading
What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Lu Festin de Nissa Nice celebrates May April 29, 2015What is the celebration of spring in Nice la Fête des Mais? Phoebe has the answer. On the 1st of May and then every Sunday throughout the month, Nice celebrates the arrival of spring. This custom dates back to Roman times when a “Mai” (a large pine tree felled in the nearby forest) was displayed …Continue Reading
Inspire · Liz Lord · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur A Round-up of Holiday Festivities on the French Riviera November 30, 2018French Riviera in December The Mediterranean coastline is more than just a summer adventure playground. December is a very festive season on the Côte D’Azur. Welcome to the South of France – all year round! Yes, there is the sparkling blue Med – but don’t be shy – you can enjoy the Riviera 365 days-a-year. …Continue Reading
Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Summer Fun in Avignon at the OFF Festival July 2, 2019This article by Lucie Pierron was originally published on the French Quarter Magazine. Avignon’s OFF Festival The unofficial festival, known as the “OFF,” takes place all over the city and in the surrounding villages in July annually. The streets of Avignon during the festival are in full swing. One cannot take two steps in any …Continue Reading