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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Where to Stay in the Luberon? 10 Villages in Provence Worth Visiting

October 13, 2025

If you love picturesque villages, stunning scenery, and authentic French charm, visiting the Luberon Valley should be at the top of your travel list. This region of Provence is famous for its hilltop towns. They were initially built for defence, but today they are perfect for exploring and taking postcard-worthy photos. Each village is unique.

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Explore · Our House in Provence · Villages Towns and Cities

Why visit Nîmes? It Was Once the Rome of Southern France

September 29, 2025

When we have guests at our home in Sablet, we always take them to visit the Pont du Gard. This aqueduct has been standing for 2000 years, and it is spectacular to behold in a beautiful location. We usually combine our visits to the Pont du Gard with a visit to Uzès or the Roman

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Guide to the Villages of the Luberon Valley

August 12, 2025

Provence’s Luberon Valley is famous for its picturesque hilltop towns like Ansouis, Bonnieux, Gordes, and Ménerbes. Additionally, charming villages such as Cabrières-d’Avignon, Cucuron, and Lourmarin offer their beauty. Visitors can explore agricultural lands, vineyards, medieval castles, art galleries, and great dining. Below are 15 of the must-see towns in the Luberon Valley. Click on the

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Explore · Guided Holiday Tours · Tasha Powell

Want a Unique Gourmet Experience in Provence? Book with Luberon Authentic Tours

July 7, 2025

When you book a gourmet picnic or all-day tour with Luberon Authentic Tours, you will see places that only locals know about! Are you passionate about nature? Guylaine and Franck invite you to discover the Luberon off the beaten track, aboard the legendary Defender (vintage Land Rover). You will experience breathtaking views from peaks accessible

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Decor & Gardens · Inspire · Provencal Recipes

Experience Pure Lavender Magic: Terre Ugo Near Aix-en-Provence

June 30, 2025

Terre Ugo is delighted to announce its 2025 summer program, set amidst picturesque lavender and sunflower fields. This enchanting 7-hectare family farm, situated on the outskirts of Aix-en-Provence in Puyricard, is teeming with 30,000 organic Lavender plants. From June 1 to August 31, the estate welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm. Guests

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Keith Van Sickle

Vincent Van Gogh in St-Rémy-de-Provence

May 30, 2025

St-Rémy’s most famous former resident is undoubtedly Vincent van Gogh, who spent a year there as a mental patient after cutting off his ear in Arles. While in St-Rémy, he painted several masterpieces, including Irises and The Starry Night. The place where Van Gogh was interned, Saint-Paul de Mausole, has recently been refurbished. So, you

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Explore the Secrets of Southern France on a TripUSAFrance Guided Tour

April 30, 2025

The South of France is blessed with sun-drenched landscapes and a rich history. TripUSAFrance invites a small group of travellers to explore this enchanting region on its signature tour in Provence and Occitanie. Embark on a journey through southern France with TripUSAFrance, to a place where the scenery has inspired artists for centuries and nature’s

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