Barefoot Blogger · Explore The Bullfight Corrida: A Dance with Death October 23, 2014When I decided to move to France, bullfights never entered my mind. Who knew the traditionally Spanish events exist in the south of France? Years ago, I attended a bullfight in Spain. It was the “thing to do” for a 20-something college kid visiting Barcelona. All I remember about it was that I bought a …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Road Trips South of France 7 Reasons You Should Go To The Camargue September 22, 2015It’s hard to say when the Barefoot Blogger will ever get her fill of the Camargue. The preserved area south of Arles, the Parc naturel régional de Camargue, is between the Mediterranean and the Rhone river delta. One-third of the Camargue is marshland, lagoons and lakes. Continue reading here for the original article and photos. Camargue Reasons to …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Margo Lestz The Camargue: Horses, Bulls, and Gardians of Provence February 21, 2017Southwest Provence, around Arles and the Camargue, has a very distinctive culture: it’s a horse and bull culture. This marshy area, unsuitable for development, has been of little interest to humans over the years. Thus, it was a perfect place for herds of wild white horses, black cattle, and a multitude of birds, including pink flamingos. …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions White Horses on the Beach: Festival d’ Abrivados Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer May 16, 2016When I heard there were going to be white horses racing on the beach at Saites-Maries-de-la-Mer, I couldn’t wait to get there. I sent a note to my photographer friend, Alan McBride, and suggested he join me with his fancy cameras. It was an event neither of us could miss! Continue reading here for photos …Continue Reading