Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore The End of Summer Blues in Provence September 16, 2016The temperatures in Provence are still very hot right now. Though beautiful as always, the region seems a little worn, a little tired, after a busy summer. Even my favourite Joucassienne dog is a little wiped out from the heat. Remember my picture of him from last year in June? …Continue reading here for Cheryl’s photos …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit A morning cycling and an afternoon upcycling in Provence November 17, 2016Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: Cycling around this area is a delight and even when it’s overcast (like today) it is a perfect way to spend a few hours. After an early wake-up I thought I’d hop on the bike & head across to the lovely Thursday market at L’Isle Sur La Sorgue aiming to …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Restaurant Recommendations · Taste At le Mas des Romarins Enjoy the View Over Lunch in Gordes June 29, 2018Gordes—a stunning village indeed. Yet, there never seemed to be a memorable place to eat in the village—until now. Perched on a cliff, across from the village, lies a small boutique hotel called le Mas des Romarins. We just happened to discover it and its beautiful view of Gordes one day. So we decided to …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore How to Make French History More Fun August 12, 2015“Someday you’ll be glad you’ve seen this,” was the theme of a recent tour of Nimes and Pont du Gard with my 10-year-old visitor, McKenna. As spectacular and amazing as seeing an ancient Roman aqueduct or coliseum might seem, most children would rather …Continue reading here…Continue Reading