White Horses on the Beach: Festival d’ Abrivados Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Provencal History & TraditionsWhen 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 and a play-by-play about this exciting ocean front event in the Camargue.
Full-Day Wine Adventure from Marseille: Exploring the Côtes de Provence Appellation
Join us for a captivating day tour as we explore the Côtes de Provence wine appellation! Your adventure begins by unveiling the beauty of Montagne Sainte Victoire, an iconic symbol of the area.
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