Explore · Ginger and Nutmeg · Stay Fit Hiking the Gorges de Régalon in Provence November 20, 2015Hiking in Provence The idea for this hike came from a friend at the International Hiking Group of Provence. The two needed to find a short hike not too far from the house so they would have enough time to get the car to the mechanic. Nutmeg consulted her “Must Do” list for Provencal activities; …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Visiting the Alpilles? Our Guide to the Villages and Must-sees November 27, 2023Established in 2007, the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles covers the mountain range and its flanks. As a protected natural area, there are restrictions on construction and park usage. However, the artifacts from human settlements discovered in these hills date back to the Neolithic era, and the range is the result of millennia of continuous …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Arles: Art, Photos, Shopping and More Reasons to Visit July 22, 2021Considered the gateway city to the Camargue, Arles has it all – history, shopping, gourmet food and enough grit to capture your interest. Here are some of the top reasons to visit Arles: Artsy Arles Frank Gehry designed Luma Arles, opened in June 2021, a project commissioned by local philanthropist Maja Hoffmann. Parc des Ateliers, …Continue Reading
Caroline Longstaffe · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Spend a Sunday Visiting Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Antiques October 21, 2019Provencal Antiques Sunday morning is market day in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Known throughout Europe for its astounding array of antique shops, alongside its’ conventional Provencal market, this charming town also hosts an incredible Sunday antique market. Just 39km from Lourmarin, the pretty drive through the Luberon Valley takes about 40 minutes. As parking can be a challenge, …Continue Reading
