French Real Estate Terms Gardens
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExpat Living and Real Estate

French Real Estate Terms to Know Before Buying

Buying Property anywhere should cause one to pause and reflect on the investment. However, in France, there are some nuances to the way the residential real estate market operates. In addition, there is associated terminology that is specific to the real estate transaction process that you should know before buying …

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Expat Living and Real EstateJulie WhitmarshLiving in Provence

Buying a Home in Provence and L’Art de la Rencontre

By Vaucluse Dreamer: Yesterday Andy and I sat in the Artisan Bakery on The Quay in Exeter, raising a cup of coffee to celebrate the 3 years since we signed the papers and picked up the keys to our long-dreamed-for house in Provence. Of course we would have rather been …

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Jane Satow #TourGuide #Provence Provence Cultural Tours
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExploreGuided Holiday Tours

Provence Cultural Tours by Jane Satow

It is your holiday in Provence; my job is to help make the most of every moment! (Jane Satow) Nearly ten years ago, Jane Satow and her husband Basil let a dream become a reality. Driven by a sense of adventure and love of French culture, they decided to move …

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Quick Driving Tour of the Luberon Villages
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExploreRoad Trips South of FranceVillages Towns and Cities

A Quick Driving Tour of the Luberon Villages in Provence

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 …

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Maison Victoire Estate Agency
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExpat Living and Real Estate

Provence Real Estate Overview 2024-2025 from Maison Victoire

Whether you are considering purchasing residential real estate in France for investment or a lifestyle change, understanding the market and its nuances is essential. Maison Victoire’s “Market Report 2024/2025” provides vital insights into Provence’s dynamic real estate environment. Below are some highlights from the report, reproduced with permission from Maison …

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Cezanne Aix-en-Provence
Artists Inspired by ProvenceInspire

2025 is a Paul Cezanne Art-Filled Summer in Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is always a lovely place to visit, but this year, there is an extra incentive for art lovers with several exhibits featuring Paul Cezanne’s works. The Musée Granet will have an ‘exposition exceptionelle’ from June 28 through  October 12, 2025. There will be 90 exhibits – oils, watercolours and …

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AOP Les Baux de Provence Wines of Provence
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottTasteWines and Spirits of Provence

The Alpilles Vineyards in Provence for Exquisite Wines and Scenic Views

Running east to west in Provence’s Bouches-du-Rhône department, the Alpilles (“small Alps”) is a mountain range, protected park, and agricultural area. Its rugged, arid alpine terroir suits growing grapes and olives on its flanks. Below, we cover ideas for touring the Alpilles vineyards in Provence, many of which also produce …

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Vendanges Grape Harvest Provence
TasteVirginie Van Der WeesWines and Spirits of Provence

Mont Sainte Victoire Côtes de Provence Vineyards Worth Visiting

We have lived in Rousset since 202o, a small Provençal village at the foot of the Mont Sainte-Victoire just 15 kilometres from Aix-en-Provence. Arriving at Rousset for a French immersion stay, you will notice that vineyards surround us. Mont Sainte Victoire Vineyards The four (4) vineyards listed below are at …

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Hôtel Vernon Fondation Lee Ufan Arles
Artists Inspired by ProvenceCarolyne Kauser-AbbottInspire

Visit Lee Ufan Arles for Contemporary Art

The city of Arles, in what is now Provence, was essential for river trade during the Roman era. The Rhône River was a major route for transporting goods in both directions on the water and then inland. Vincent van Gogh spent over a year in Arles before moving to Saint …

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Castle Hill Cemetery Coastal Walks Near Nice
Carolyne Kauser-AbbottExploreProvencal RecipesVillages Towns and Cities

Nice, France 10 Must-See Places When Visiting the French Riviera City

Thankfully, “gap year” was not something I had ever heard of when I was in school. Otherwise, I would have lobbied to spend a year, or a lifetime, in Europe. Instead, I followed the traditional and well-beaten path, graduating and then travelling through Europe on a Eurail pass for as …

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