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Aix: Talk on Filming in Provence – May 3rd

April 28, 2016

Raising the Curtain on Filming in Provence This is the theme of a talk on the local film industry here in Provence at the IAU in Aix-en-Provence, on Tuesday May 3. It’s organised by the MAABN (Mediterranean Anglo-American Business Network), in partnership with the IAU. Provence has a long tradition of film-making. MAABN event on …

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Aix: Carnaval 2016

April 20, 2016

Carnaval in Aix is great fun: last year it took me hours to get all the confetti out of my hair and clothes…and it reappeared in the apartment for days afterwards. The children of the town take great delight in flinging handfuls everywhere. This year the event takes place on April 24th…

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Where is France’s Most Romantic Hotel?

April 20, 2016

Right here in Aix as it turns out! Le Parisien has just awarded that honour to La Maison d’Aix, a mansion built in 1789, in the Quartier Mazarin. Architect Laure Juhen has renovated the building in the spirit of a previous owner Madame Henriette Reboul, a ‘ mystérieuse antiquaire et sublime séductrice.’ This boutique hotel …

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Aix – Changes Happening in Spades

April 14, 2016

The number of large cranes gives us a clue to the scale of the construction projects going on in Aix at the moment. Thirty projects are underway on just ten of them, including the building of a great new music venue, a new centre for digital industries and start-ups, a new Palais des sports, improvements …

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Charlie’s World of Glittering Powers Inspired in Provence

April 13, 2016

Provence’s pine forests, Mistral winds and the summer symphony of the cigales fuel Tracy Rawles’ creative writing. Rawles published her first book Charlie’s World of Glittering Powers, in November 2015. Charlie is a cigale, a cicada (or at least inspired by the cicadas), this is a description of the book’s central character: “Charlie is a Snuffle-Buzzer …

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Cézanne’s Statuein Aix-en-Provence

April 4, 2016

The repaving of the area outside the tourist office has been completed and I was really hoping for something a bit more attractive and tourist-friendly – some benches for instance wouldn’t go amiss. And why has Cezanne just been plonked down on the ground? The Cezanne statue and the market in Aix-en-Provence.…

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Street Art in Aix-en-Provence

March 30, 2016

Aix-Centre-ville has been graffiti-free since Madame le Maire waged war on the taggers, paying a company to remove them within 48 hours. And she was surely right to do so, as much of it was just a mess. But increasingly, resourceful shop owners are decorating their store fronts by using …Continue reading here to learn …

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Luxury Villa Sleeps 8 in the Luberon

Surrounded by nature Villa Vauvert is near Saignon, right in the Luberon Natural Park. This holiday rental is perfect for large groups, family gatherings and retreats. With two houses, you’ll enjoy comfort, privacy, and a great location for a group gathering.

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Four Bedrooms

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Charming Farmhouse In The Alpilles With Private Tennis Court

Les Oliviers is a restored Provencal farmhouse near Eygalières in the Alpilles. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home comfortably sleeps 6 to 8 people. Explore the Alpilles villages or enjoy the extensive property, private tennis court and pool.

Alpilles
Four Bedrooms

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6-Bedroom Villa a Provencal Farmhouse Sleeps 12

Mas de Grivet is an elegant, well-equipped family home that sleeps 12 in six en-suite bedrooms. Whether you're spending the holiday with extended family or a gathering of friends, this gorgeous property is a wonderful place to enjoy your stay in Provence.

Alpes de Hautes Provence
Luberon
Six Bedrooms

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Sablet Village House Holiday Rental

A beautiful stone house with 3 bedrooms located in the middle of Sablet, within walking distance of the boulangerie and more. This wine village is known for its Côte du Rhone wines.

Vaucluse
Three Bedrooms

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Luberon B&B Absoluut Valvert

Exclusive and charming, this 5 room B&B is surrounded by nature yet is only a stone's throw from historical Bonnieux.

Luberon
Vaucluse
Bed and Breakfast

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My French Country Home Box

Because travel is not always possible, you can still give beautiful artisan keepsakes from French manufacturers with My French Country Home Box, a curated subscription box.

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Provencal Market Basket

My French Country Home sourced this classic French market basket. This basket is great for shopping, picnics or days at the beach. Made from palm fibre with leather straps, you can even use it as a handbag!

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Rectangular Linen Tablecloth Citrus Design

This gorgeous linen tablecloth will set a Mediterranean mood in your dining room. My French Country Home chose this citrus pattern for it's bold, playful colours. This rectangular tablecloth measures 170 x 250cm / 67 × 98″.

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Jacquard Cotton Tea Towels Basil Design

These jacquard cotton tea towels with a basil design are made in Provence. Remember Provence selected the manufacturer for the high quality, absorbent fabric that is also quick-drying. Perfect for any kitchen or as a hostess gift. Sold in sets of three (3).

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Photo: Lavender Fields in Provence

Whether or not you have seen the lavender fields in Valensole, this panorama will transport you to a magical place in Provence. Photo by François de Melogue, a talented chef and photographer. Available in a choice of sizes and different paper stock.

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Rose et Marius Candles

The Rose et Marius founder combines the natural scents of Provence and her childhood memories into fragrances that take you on an olfactory journey. Those fragrances form the base notes for exclusive perfumes which infuse the scented candles. Buy these refillable candles as gifts or for your home.

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Handcrafted Tote Bags in Provencal Designs

Beach to Market: large tote bags in a range of Provencal fabrics. There are several patterns to choose from this Remember Provence collection. These sturdy bags are light yet strong enough to carry all the necessary accessories and even a laptop. The bags are made with printed and quilted fabric and have solid handles. Soft and foldable, and machine washable on a delicate cycle.

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Cotton Tote Bag with Lavender Design

This lightweight tote bag has a beautiful watercolour design of a flowering lavender field printed on the front. Each L'AUGUSTE Provence tote bag is unique and entirely handmade in Provence.

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Photo: Provencal Windmill at Sunset

This panorama of Daudet's Windmill at sunset in the Alpilles will have you dreaming of the painter's light in Provence. Photo by François de Melogue, a talented chef and photographer. Available in a choice of sizes and different paper stock.

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Aix en Provence

Aix: Talk on Filming in Provence – May 3rd

Aix: Carnaval 2016

Where is France’s Most Romantic Hotel?

Aix – Changes Happening in Spades

Charlie’s World of Glittering Powers Inspired in Provence

Cézanne’s Statuein Aix-en-Provence

Street Art in Aix-en-Provence

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