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Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Discovering Author Samuel Beckett’s Roussillon in the Luberon Valley

June 26, 2018

The red hills of Roussillon are an inspiration for artists, but I had no idea how many famous authors came to visit Roussillon. On my first visit to Roussillon, while riding along the winding roads of the Luberon, it amazed me to see the massive red hills up ahead. They seemed to appear from nowhere. The

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Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities

The Legend of Roussillon – a tale of illicit love and a tragic end! 

November 15, 2017

Yesterday 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

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Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Roussillon – A Very Colorful Day in Provence

October 11, 2016

The 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

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Learning French

Learn French and Photography on Holiday in Provence

March 28, 2022

Let’s face it learning another language is challenging. So, why not plan a holiday in Provence that combines learning French and photography skills improvement? Avril Vanlerberghe is a language specialist based in Provence, and this summer, she is offering French and Photography experiences in July and August. These immersion programs blend classroom time, Provencal food

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Guide to the Villages of the Luberon Valley

August 12, 2025

Provence’s Luberon Valley is famous for its picturesque hilltop towns like Ansouis, Bonnieux, Gordes, and Ménerbes. Additionally, charming villages such as Cabrières-d’Avignon, Cucuron, and Lourmarin offer their beauty. Visitors can explore agricultural lands, vineyards, medieval castles, art galleries, and great dining. Below are 15 of the must-see towns in the Luberon Valley. Click on the

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

5 Reasons to Join a Goût et Voyage 2026 Tour in Beautiful Provence

July 18, 2025

Book a small group tour with Goût et Voyage for an adventure that satisfies your wanderlust and enriches your soul with cultural and culinary insights in Provence and beyond. Founder Martine Bertin-Peterson wants you to discover the Goût et Voyage destinations (Provence, Normandy, Umbria and Morocco), where each adventure is crafted to offer you a

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Road Trips South of France · Villages Towns and Cities

A Quick Driving Tour of the Luberon Villages in Provence

April 18, 2025

We invited some friends to visit us in early September in Provence. When they agreed, we jumped into planning mode and created an itinerary that would interest first-timers and those who had previously visited. It’s challenging to plan a holiday agenda that balances the needs of an active group who want to see the region

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