Festivals

Accidental Tourist at the Festival of Avignon

July 4, 2016

Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: As our taxi entered the city walls of Avignon, it was evident that something was happening. I had seen online that a festival would be starting the day after our arrival, but didn’t think much about it. I just thought it was nice that there would be a little …

Essential Reading to Understand the Cowboys of Provence

May 20, 2016

Understanding the Cowboys of Provence Summer days in Provence are bathed in sunshine and surrounded by a chorus of cicadas. In the Bouches du Rhone, the blinding blue skies and the sweltering heat are also prime time for village festivals surrounding horse and bull events. These horsemen and women are extremely talented frequently testing the …

Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions

White Horses on the Beach: Festival d’ Abrivados Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

May 16, 2016

When 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 …

Ashley Tinker · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

April Events in Provence

April 19, 2016

The cherry trees are flowering in Provence and there are punnets full of local tasty strawberries varieties at the local veg shop. We’ve officially (only today) moved into our new house and though we’re quite busy- …Continue reading here for Ashley’s list of all the festivals and events happening primarily in the Bouches du Rhône region of Provence.…

Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

8 Boredom Busters for the rest of March on the French Riviera

March 16, 2016

Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Is it just me or does anyone else feel a slight lull after Festival February that saw some major events here on the French Riviera – Nice Carnival, Fête du Citron, Fête du Mimosa etc?? Personally, I enjoy that each month there is always so much to see …Continue reading …

Ashley Tinker · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

March Events in Provence/ Mars en Provence

March 8, 2016

Things are starting to feel decidedly spring-like here in Provence. There are orchids in the grass, the almond blossom has just waned in time for the pear trees to start budding. We’ve had, as seemingly everywhere, a mild winter. We haven’t had anywhere near as much Mistral wind (though I have moved to a village …

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The Sea Urchins of Carry le Rouet

February 3, 2016

France is a country of foodies with broad ranging tastes. After all would you have thought of pairing foie gras with gingerbread? France is also the place with countless opportunities to try some downright strange things like sea urchins or oursin. On Sundays in February, there is a festival in the seaside town of Carry-le-Rouet …

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Alpilles 2-Bedroom Rental Stunning Guesthouse

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Rental Home in Crillon-le-Brave for 6 People

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Naturally Beautiful Beeswax Candle

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Festivals

Accidental Tourist at the Festival of Avignon

Essential Reading to Understand the Cowboys of Provence

White Horses on the Beach: Festival d’ Abrivados Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

April Events in Provence

8 Boredom Busters for the rest of March on the French Riviera

March Events in Provence/ Mars en Provence

The Sea Urchins of Carry le Rouet

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