Inspire · Provencal History & Traditions · Virginie Van Der Wees Festive Christmas Markets in Provence November 30, 2020Holiday Markets At this time of the year, Provence experiences reasonably mild weather so the Christmas markets are usually held in the open air. Associated with the celebration of Christmas, you can find everything related to holiday celebrations and Saint-Nicolas. The Christmas markets look like real little villages. Stroll through the alleys, letting yourself be …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · Learning French Try to Master These French Tongue Twisters April 18, 2017During one of my first jobs here in France, one of my colleagues challenged me to learn these French tongue twisters. I found this crumpled piece of paper in a pile of forgotten souvenirs under the bed the other day. I was compelled to go through the papers as my cat had a mad moment …Continue Reading
Deborah Pham van Xua · Inspire · Learning French Practice Your French at the Market in Aix-en-Provence April 3, 2026In Aix-en-Provence, le marché (the open-air market, pronounced luh mar-shay) is not a special event or a weekend activity. It is part of everyday life. Locals come to do les courses (their grocery shopping, pronounced lay koors), stop at familiar stalls, exchange a few words with vendors, comment on the weather, and continue with their …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Arles: Art, Photos, Shopping and More Reasons to Visit July 22, 2021Considered the gateway city to the Camargue, Arles has it all – history, shopping, gourmet food and enough grit to capture your interest. Here are some of the top reasons to visit Arles: Artsy Arles Frank Gehry designed Luma Arles, opened in June 2021, a project commissioned by local philanthropist Maja Hoffmann. Parc des Ateliers, …Continue Reading