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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste

Top-quality Restaurants on the French Riviera and Beyond

June 30, 2021

The following list of top restaurants on or near the French Riviera is not extensive, and these are not all Michelin-starred, but they are all exceptional. Book a table! Restaurants and Michelin Stars The first Guide Michelin appeared in 1900 when bicycles greatly outnumbered cars on the French roads. It was a brilliant marketing plan

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Stay Fit

Ideas for Active Holidays on the French Riviera

May 18, 2021

Only 35 minutes from the Nice Airport at 550m above sea level, the peaceful village of Châteauneuf-Villevieille is a clear contrast to the dynamic French city. Set against the flank of Mont Férion in the préalpes, Châteauneuf-Villevieille is an excellent base for an active holiday near the French Riviera. The village has only had its

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Living in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities

Insiders Tips for your Visit to Lovely Antibes

May 4, 2021

While living and working in dynamic Hong Kong, Tom and Paul were hooked and began visiting Antibes and Cote d’Azur. Leaving behind Asia’s intense lifestyle and demanding jobs in luxury hotel design (Tom) and financial markets (Paul), they moved to Antibes in 2012. It’s been a decade, and Antibes is a hometown they may never

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Un Automne en Pays de Fayence Captures the Heart of Provence

April 26, 2021

With non-essential travel to France restricted due to Covid-19, soulmates Catherine Karnow (National Geographic photographer) and Gilles Portaz (geography and history professor) spent a year apart. Finally, thanks to the “love visa,” a compassionate entry permit for non-married couples, they were reunited in Provence in November 2020. They got reacquainted while touring the Pays de

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Living in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities

Villefranche-sur-Mer the best of French Coast Lifestyle

April 23, 2021

Shelley and Riccardo are both Americans who have lived in Villefranche-sur-Mer for 21 years. They initially arrived in this charming seaside town to visit a friend, then returned for an extended stay and decided that they never wanted to leave the French Riviera. In 2004, they launched a holiday apartment rental business in Villefranche, leaving

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Keith Van Sickle

Discover the Underwater Museum of Marseille

March 9, 2021

Statues have graced the world for thousands of years, in cathedrals, museums, and sculpture gardens. But now visitors to Marseille will be able to enjoy them in a new location—underwater. The Underwater Museum of Marseille (Musée Subaquatique de Marseille) recently opened its doors, so to speak, with ten newly-created sculptures near a popular city beach.

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Explore · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Villages Towns and Cities

Visit Mougins for Art and Gastronomy

March 5, 2021

A few kilometres inland from Cannes, in the South of France, lies the picturesque medieval town of Mougins. With its charming narrow streets and creative vibe, Mougins is a drawcard for artists, designers and actors. The town is famous for its inviting museums, galleries and lively art scene. Mougins Means Art “Our splendid galleries of

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