Aix en Provence

Our Favorite Things about Aix-en-Provence

November 16, 2015

A city built on water and an artistic past, Aix-en-Provence inspired Paul Cezanne and Emile Zola in their respective creative crafts. Find out what is there to like about Aix-en-Provence? This Provencal city filled with fountains, shopping, historic streets and fine dining – Click here to read about our favourite things. …

New Walking Tours by Context Travel

October 16, 2015

Context Travel, already operating across Europe, Asia and the Americas, have just added Provence to their list of city-tours. Their difference is that their guides are scholars or specialists: architects, art historians, environmentalists, classicists for instance, thus bringing an academic perspective to the tour.…

David & Karen Taylor · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Spend a day in Aix en Provence

October 7, 2015

Another of our favourite cities in Aix-en-Provence is about an hour’s drive from Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt. It is a busy university town, like Marseille, with a certain chic feel. It has stunning buildings, much history, and plenty of fine shopping and eating. Continue reading here for the original article. Ideas for a Day in Aix-en-Provence Situated in …

Explore · Guest Post · Provencal History & Traditions

Aix App – For Walks in the Town

September 30, 2015

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott of Edible Heritage has created a self-guided walking tour of Aix that takes you to all the best places in town. It brings to life the monuments, fountains, buildings of centre ville along with stories of the lives of famous local figures. But it’s more than just a history lesson.…

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips

Samantha Mureau Designing a Perfectly Provence

September 3, 2015

Samantha Mureau’s career in search of the latest fashion and style trends brought her to Europe on too many occasions to count. Now, she runs Trendline Europe from Aix en Provence in the South of France. You can read more about Samantha and Discovering Designers an event that she recently coordinated with Mariel Vanbremeersch here. …

Explore · Provencal History & Traditions

MFK Fisher’s Cours Mirabeau: Unchanged Over Time

August 28, 2015

Reading MFK Fisher’s Two Towns in Provence, you might be surprised that it was written so long ago. The Cours Mirabeau, the cultural center of Aix, looks much like it did when Fisher and her two daughters sought solace at Les Deux Garçons or ambled down the boulevard so many decades ago. Indeed, the number …

Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire

Over My Dead Body: Musée Granet Fulfills Its Destiny with Cézanne

August 20, 2015

You can believe there was a lot of competition and jealousy among artists in Aix. In fact, the poster boy for Aix-en-Provence, Paul Cézanne, was spurned by fellow artist and curator of The Museum of Aix from 1892 to 1925, Henri Pointier. Pointier, who never excelled to the degree that Cézanne did as an artist, …

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Apt: One Bedroom Rental Apartments

The apartments have lounge and dining areas with fully equipped modern kitchens. The bedrooms are bright and airy with modern bathrooms.

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Seaside 2-Bedroom Apartment in Villefranche

A sunny waterfront apartment with panoramic views, Plage Privée, is on the top floor of a 1950s art deco building by the beach.

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French Riviera 2-Bedroom Holiday Apartment

Chez Nous is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse apartment on a quiet pedestrian street known as Villefranche-sur-Mer's garden street.

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Le Clos du Buis Hotel in Bonnieux

Le Clos du Buis welcomes guests to a family-run 10 room hotel in the heart of Bonnieux in the Luberon Valley. Tasteful Provencal décor combined with modern comforts.

Luberon
Vaucluse
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3 Rental Apartments Near Aix-en-Provence

La Bastide des Amandiers has 3 self-contained apartments. The layout provides plenty of privacy and different spaces. A perfect place to spend time in the Luberon.

Luberon
Vaucluse
One Bedroom

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Maison Pichon Braided Ceramic Baskets

My French Country Home is showcasing Maison Pichon braided ceramic baskets. These decorative pottery stands are beautiful decorations but equally practical on your kitchen counter for fruit or other objects. Available in two colours, the Maison Pichon products are handmade in Uzes.

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Great Tote Bag in Cotton String

Bring on warm weather with these Cotton String Bags in three colours (white, tan, and black). Take this tote from My French Country Home box to the market, beach or an evening out. Buy one in each colour, as they are the perfect accessory for Spring and Summer seasons.

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Rectangular Tablecloth with Provencal Motif

Southern France's nature unites with olive branches and lavender set on a yellow background from Remember Provence. A rectangular pattern this tablecloth is 100% cotton, and a has a light acrylic coating for easy cleaning. Also available in white.

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Stylish Basket Bag for Summer Fashion

Introducing the stylish and compact Andale Basket Bag, measuring 18 x 15 x 8 cm (7 x 6 x 3 inches). This bag features a leather closure and an adjustable shoulder strap for added convenience. Sourced by My French Country Home, the bag is available in three vibrant colours: green, mandarin, and yellow. Additionally, it includes an interior pocket for better organization.

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Winter Recipes and Menu Collection

Featuring 20 recipes from the South of France for winter weather along with menu suggestions, all designed to make your cooking experience enjoyable. These multi-course menus are a celebration of Provence and its seasonal ingredients. We encourage you to try these dishes, create your own menus, and enjoy your culinary creations this winter.

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Hand-painted Kitchen Canisters

Add a touch of French lavender to your kitchen with these hand-painted glass jars. These air-tight canisters are designed with a Provencal lavender motif and are perfect for dry goods or even as a flower vase. The jar capacity is 0.4 gallons (1.5 litres) and made with transparent, sturdy glass and a wooden lid.

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Sunny Provence in a Natural Scented Soap

All Rose et Marius soaps are palm oil free and made with 97% natural ingredients. They are formulated with poppy and olive oil from Provence. Scented with an exclusive concentration of orange blossom absolute from Tunisia and Turkish rose essence, this soap smells divine.

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Traditional Tablecloth from Provence

Dress your table in classic Provencal style with a deep-blue Bastide pattern. This tablecloth is made with 100% cotton and has a light acrylic coating for easy cleaning. Also available in a round shape.

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Small White Cotton Handbag for Summer

Make your summer style effortless with this Small White Handbag by Tampico Bags from France. Made with durable cotton with elegant leather trimmings, this compact tote is ideal for carrying your essentials while maintaining a sophisticated, minimalist look. Sourced by My French Country Home it comes with a dust bag for added convenience and care.

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Aix en Provence

Our Favorite Things about Aix-en-Provence

New Walking Tours by Context Travel

Spend a day in Aix en Provence

Aix App – For Walks in the Town

Samantha Mureau Designing a Perfectly Provence

MFK Fisher’s Cours Mirabeau: Unchanged Over Time

Over My Dead Body: Musée Granet Fulfills Its Destiny with Cézanne

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