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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Looking to Brighten Up Your Home? Buy this Provence Home Decor Collection

April 9, 2025

Remember Provence has a new home decor collection to brighten your home and table. The “Magnolia” pattern features a bright, white flower pattern on a light background. Printed on a sturdy jacquard fabric (cotton-polyester blend) this grouping includes a tablecloth, cushion covers, table runners, and placemats. Shop the Magnolia Collection Provence Home Decor It isn’t

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Aix-en-Provence City Guide: Highlights for Visitors

March 8, 2025

Aix-en-Provence is a vibrant city rich in heritage, originating as a Roman settlement and flourishing during the Middle Ages as the royal residence for the Counts of Provence. Since 1409, it has been a center of learning with a campus of L’Université d’Aix-Marseille, attracting students worldwide. A notable figure in its history is King René

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Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Locals Travel Tips

My Favourite 6 Places for Beautiful Views in Provence

March 7, 2025

My wife and I live part of the year in St-Rémy-de-Provence, a charming town between Avignon and Marseille. We love to hike, bike, and go on picnics, and we especially love beautiful views in Provence—a place with so many! Here are a few of our favourite places for views, including links to parking spots. The

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Expat Living and Real Estate · Guest Post · Living in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Fractional Ownership Makes Moving to Provence, France Easy

January 27, 2025

A Move to Provence? Why not? As you’ve heard, Americans are considering moving to France, and you, too, may be wondering, “Is this the time to make this dream a reality?” After all, Provence is the magical place where Marcel Pagnol (La Gloire de Mon Père, Le Château de Ma Mère) spent his childhood and

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Restaurant Recommendations · Tasha Powell · Taste

Le Préau Chef Antonin Wishart’s Restaurant in Rognes is a Culinary Treat

January 17, 2025

Restaurant Worth the Detour Le Préau Restaurant is a hidden gem in the village of Rognes, just 19 km north of Aix-en-Provence. The restaurant is known for its inspired Mediterranean cuisine, which was influenced by the travels of chef/owner Antonin Wishart. I am fascinated by this restaurant because Chef Wishart creates a new menu for

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Living in Provence · Stay: Accommodation & Rentals in Provence

Why Choose Maison Victoire Estate Agency? Exclusive Interview with Founder Victoria Templeman

January 6, 2025

In the heart of Provence’s enchanting Luberon Valley lies the picturesque village of Cabrieres d’Avignon. Unlike bustling urban centers, this serene town offers a tranquil retreat with its quiet charm and impeccably preserved streetscape. Blending seamlessly with this idyllic setting is Maison Victoire Immobilier, a real estate agency that embodies the authentic, understated elegance synonymous

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur · Winter in Provence

2025 Winter in Provence Events and Festivals Calendar

December 3, 2024

Winter Festivals and Events in Provence So many images of the Provence and the Côte d’Azur are summer scenes with ribbons of blooming lavender fields, glasses of rosé with beads of condensation, and beautiful people in straw hats enjoying their holidays. Perhaps wintertime in Provence garners less attention, but it’s a great time to enjoy

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