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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours

Booking Now a Magical Christmas Holiday Tour in Provence

June 25, 2021

There are encouraging signs for travellers hoping to venture to international destinations. Halfway through 2021 and six months from Christmas day, it’s time to give yourself a present – the gift of travel. Goût et Voyage is booking spots on the Provence for the Holidays tour for this December. At the time of writing, there are

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Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Virginie Van Der Wees

Discover the Christmas Traditions in Provence

December 18, 2020

Holiday Traditions Christmas in Provence takes place, as in most regions of France, with family. It is a traditional holiday loaded with Christian symbols. The festivities start at the beginning of December at the time of Saint Barbara. Noël en Provence se passe, comme dans la plupart des régions de France, en famille. C’est une

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Guest Post · Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions

The Circuit des Crèches Lucéram Holiday Tradition

December 10, 2020

Nestled in the Alpes-Maritimes above the Cote d’ Azur is the medieval village of Lucéram. One day before Christmas, my friend decided to take me on a tour of the “Circuit des Crèches.” We drove high up the winding roads to the alpine region above the sea. Circuit des Creches While we were driving, Mireille

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Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Virginie Van Der Wees

Festive Christmas Markets in Provence

November 30, 2020

Holiday Markets At this time of the year, Provence experiences reasonably mild weather so the Christmas markets are usually held in the open air. Associated with the celebration of Christmas, you can find everything related to holiday celebrations and Saint-Nicolas. The Christmas markets look like real little villages. Stroll through the alleys, letting yourself be

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Explore · Guest Post · Locals Travel Tips

Tips for How to Travel on a Budget in Provence

March 30, 2020

A Guest Post: Is there anyone who would not dream of visiting Provence? Just think about this region and images of lavender fields, the azure sea, and market produce appear in your head. Provence is just as you imagine! It is worth noting that Provence is not a cheap tourist destination. However, this does not

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Explore · Guided Holiday Tours · Martine Bertin-Peterson

Thoughts of Touring Provence During Self-Isolation

March 23, 2020

Sadly, due to the Covid-19 outbreak, so many travellers have had to cancel their spring and early-summer vacations to France. Although we, too, have had to cancel our Goût et Voyage May/June 2020 Taste of Provence trips, I’m spending this valuable “free time” planning for winter 2020 and spring 2021. Planning Ahead I have been

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Barefoot Blogger · Explore

Visiting the Best Christmas Markets in France

December 18, 2019

A visit to the French Christmas markets from Provence is easy, in particular, if you take the train to Strasbourg. From there you can access local trains and engage a tour operator for a customised Christmas market program.

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