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En Balade: Picasso Special Section

May 11, 2016

The new ‘En Balade’ published by La Provence is a must for those who love the south of France. In tracing Picasso’s favourite places, it has sections on Arles, Sorgues, Aix, Les Baux, St Tropez, Mougins, Antibes and so on. Each section has a good overview on the location, and many reasons to pick up

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

At the Easel Painting Trips in Provence with Tessa Baker

February 22, 2016

Lorgues is located in the middle of vineyards and olive groves. It is in the center of the department of the Var between the Mediterranean Sea and the Gorges du Verdon. Source: Wikipedia Based on that description, it might be difficult to think of a more idyllic location for an artist to live under Provence’s

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Books on Provence · Inspire

How Provence Inspired Sophie Claire’s Novel

February 10, 2016

The following article is by first-time novelist Sophie Claire. Enjoy the read! Although I’ve lived most of my life in England, my mother’s side of the family is French and we spoke French at home – so it wasn’t a surprise that I set my first novel, Her Forget-Me-Not Ex, in Provence. Every summer when

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Explore · Stay Fit

Port Grimaud great family hang-out

August 24, 2015

By Jill Cowdry Planning a trip with kids is never easy and my two don’t get excited about much other than a sofa with easy access to an iPad or a friend – so a trip to the St Tropez area had to involve some serious kids fun…Dreamy villages were off the …Continue reading here

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips

Expat Living: Third Culture Kid’s Locals Tips Provence

May 11, 2015

Phoebe Thomas has lived in nine countries; she carries two passports and now resides in Roquefort les Pins with her French husband and tri-cultural kids. You can read her full story here. They chose Roquefort les Pins for practical reasons, to minimize commuting time and allow their children ready access to the school of choice.

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Christine van der Linden · Hans Zeegers · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

Why Pétanque the Game is the Soul of Life in Southern France

July 3, 2025

Beneath the dappled shade of plane trees across Provence, a timeless tradition unfolds daily as silver balls arc through the air with precision and purpose. Pétanque, France’s beloved boules game, represents far more than mere recreation—it embodies the essence of southern French culture and community. Pétanque: A Cultural Cornerstone In the sun-drenched villages and towns

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Travel Journals a Gift Idea For Someone Travelling to Provence Côte d’Azur

April 1, 2025

Social media may be a way to show off your travel photos, but nothing is better than a keepsake that stands the test of time. Travel Journals Gift Idea These travel journals from My French Country Home are beautiful books. Filled with watercolour prints, each journal is 128 pages long, with space for notes, sketches,

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