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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Learning French

Experience French and Provence: Book an Immersion Holiday Near Toulon

April 4, 2025

Do you want to learn to speak French or improve your language skills while on holiday in Provence? In 2021, French native Beatrice Carrot and her husband relocated from San Francisco to Toulon, the home of the French Navy (arsenal de Toulon). It was not long before they fell in love with the city, the

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Christine van der Linden · Hans Zeegers · Local Food Producers · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Provence’s Tranquil Escape: Goat Farming in the South

April 3, 2025

Have you ever considered leaving your familiar lifestyle for a new adventure in a beautiful location such as Provence? Edith Sellier and her husband took that leap. They traded their household appliance store in Liège, Belgium, for a life as goat farmers in picturesque Provence, just east of the perfume capital of Grasse. They have

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

5 Reasons You Should Visit Toulon, France

March 24, 2025

My return to Toulon was long overdue, and coffee with Tuula of Belle Provence was a reason to rediscover the city. Locals already know why they love Toulon, but I needed reminding that it is a gem. Many visitors overlook this city unless their ferry from other Mediterranean destinations lands in the Port of Toulon.

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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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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Provence Awaits: June 2025 Exclusive Women’s Tour with Absolutely

March 4, 2025

Join a small group of women for a week in Provence from June 14 to 21, 2025. This Tour with Absolutely trip is their “Perfectly Provence” trip, and they are offering a discount if you book soon (details are at the bottom of the post). About the Women’s Tour Franco-Canadian Nancy McGee, founder of Absolutely,

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

Provence Côte d’Azur Spring Events and Festivals in 2025

March 3, 2025

Spring Events in Provence Provence is lovely in the Springtime. As with most of the year, the sun shines brightly, but you should expect an odd rainstorm. Moisture in this period is critical for the grapes, olives, and almonds to start their growing cycles. The apple, pear, apricot, cherry, and plum trees bloom in March

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Provence Fall Tour: Book a Pitcher and Powell Culinary Adventure

February 17, 2025

Embark on a culinary journey through Provence with Pitcher and Powell, a boutique travel company created by two keen culinary enthusiasts. From September 26 to October 3, 2025, immerse yourself in a week-long cultural escapade that promises adventure and indulgence. Discover more and reserve your place on this Provence Fall tour adventure today. Introducing Pitcher

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