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Simply France Perfectly Provence Moments

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips

The simple of life in the South of France was the inspiration for Dawn Slieter’s company Simply France with Dawn (you can read the previous post here). These are her ideas of #PerfectlyProvence moments:

#Discover

Cotes du Rhone wines: Compare a Chateauneuf-du-Pape with a more reasonable Rhone blend and discover the magic of the terroir and the value of the region.

The pace of the locals – relax on the terrace of a quaint restaurant with a “plat du jour” for a two-hour lunch.

Drive the stunning countryside, take in the roads lined with plane trees and savour the scenic, historic and cultural beauty.

Scott Chateauneuf du Pape Vineyard @francewithdawn #Provence

#Taste

Bread

Cheese (local)

WineLavender at the Abbey Senanque @francewithdawn

#Relax

Have coffee on the outdoor patio of a village cafe. Watch, listen and learn from the locals as they know how to enjoy this pure pleasure.

Take a stroll through the village on market day and get some supplies for a picnic. Bring a blanket and a bottle of wine and…voila – all the makings for a leisurely picnic!

Sit on the patio of your villa after a busy day of sightseeing and enjoy a warm Provencal evening with a crisp glass of delicious French rosé. It just doesn’t get any better than that.

Full disclosure: Simply France with Dawn is a Preferred Advertiser with Perfectly Provence. A partner we are proud and thrilled to have as her philosophy matches ours entirely. Dawn agreed to answer a few questions for Perfectly Provence readers.

Image credits: Photos 2& 3 provided by Dawn Slieter

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott

With her camera and laptop close at hand, Carolyne has traded in her business suits for the world of freelance writing and blogging. Her first airplane ride at six months of age was her introduction to the exciting world of travel.

While in Provence, Carolyne can be found hiking with friends, riding the hills around the Alpilles or tackling Mont Ventoux. Her attachment to the region resonates in Perfectly Provence this digital magazine that she launched in 2014. This website is an opportunity to explore the best of the Mediterranean lifestyle (food & wine, places to stay, expat stories, books on the region, travel tips, real estate tips and more), through our contributors' articles.

Carolyne writes a food and travel blog Ginger and Nutmeg. Carolyne’s freelance articles can be found in Global Living Magazine, Avenue Magazine and City Palate (Published Travel Articles).

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