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Boating - Rentals and Charters · Explore · Guest Post

Sail the Calanques with a Guide Helps Preserve it for Future Visitors

August 11, 2023

Travelling to Provence with her husband, Amy Kleppinger had some ideas about what to expect. She knew the food would be amazing, the lavender fields might be blooming. They hoped that the towns would be full of history and charm. However, they didn’t expect to come across one of the most beautiful parks they have

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Boating - Rentals and Charters · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore

French Riviera Boat Rental Made Easy with SamBoat

August 4, 2023

Are you thinking of renting a boat on the French Riviera? A friend who specializes in small group tours once told us the best way to see a country’s coastline is on a boat. They were right! The viewpoint from the water provides an often unexpected and relaxing perspective. Since then, we have rented boats,

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire

La Collection: Celebrating 25 Years at Musée Regards de Provence

August 3, 2023

Musée Regards de Provence has an unmissable show for all lovers of Provencal art – the museum is celebrating the 25 years of its foundation with  « La Collection – ses 25 ans » The exhibition combines 40 works painted locally during the 19th and 20th centuries. These works were created in Marseille, along the

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Guest Post · Local Food Producers · Taste

Cheese and Charcuterie Pairings: Showcasing the Best of Provençal Artisanal Products

July 31, 2023

Do as the French do and bring a flair of Provencal culture to your tabletop with this exquisite selection of artisanal French cheese and charcuterie pairings ready to serve. Mix honey, berries, walnuts, olives, fresh baguettes and excellent wine. As you curate the perfect French charcuterie board, remember that balance makes the perfect plate. Include

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Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Book Review: The European Adventures Aix Marks the Spot

July 21, 2023

Who doesn’t love the idea of a trip to Aix-en-Provence, France, and the chance to solve an art mystery? In her latest novel, The European Adventures: Aix Marks the Spot A Mystery Adventure Book for Kids, Rachel Selle brings characters from her first book, The European Adventures: Mystery at Mouse Castle, to the South of

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Guide to the Markets of Provence and the Côte d’Azur

June 28, 2023

This is a reference guide, a list of the Markets of Provence and the Côte d’Azur, and additional travel tips. Below is a regional directory for daily markets by department (Alpes Maritimes, Bouches du Rhône, Luberon, Vaucluse, and Var) within Provence. We will add details for Alpes de Haute Provence shortly. While it would be

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Explore · Guest Post · Locals Travel Tips

Want to Visit the Calanques this Summer? Know the Rules

June 20, 2023

Access to the Calanques National Park is controlled again this summer due to damage to the ecosystem caused by the burgeoning number of visitors and increasing fire risks.  The Calanque de Sugiton, which used to attract up to 2,500 people daily, is limited to 400 entries. Pre-booking one of the free passes is via the

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