Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Explore Rustrel, a Charming Village for Your Luberon Itinerary March 7, 2024Famous for its perched medieval villages, Provencal markets, and vineyards, the Luberon Valley is a popular destination for visitors. The hilltop towns of Ansouis, Bonnieux, Gordes, Ménerbes and Roussillon are some of the beautiful stops on most itineraries. However, some villages receive less “foot traffic” but are well worth the detour, and Rustrel is one …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities 5 Great Reasons to Visit Villefranche-sur-Mer April 19, 2023Shelley and Riccardo own nine (9) beautifully appointed rental apartments in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Both are Americans who have lived in Villefranche-sur-Mer for well over 20 years. It is easy to love the town for its location on the French Riviera. Initially, they arrived in this charming seaside town on the French Riviera to visit a friend. …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Ansouis one of Les Plus Beaux Villages in Provence August 17, 2021Perched on a craggy outcrop with its back to the Mistral wind, Ansouis is a gem of a village in Provence’s Vaucluse that deserves its status as one of les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Ansouis sits in the heart of the Luberon, surrounded by vineyards and endless olive trees. Walk the narrow laneways to …Continue Reading
Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions · Road Trips South of France Inside Aigues-Mortes Walls: History, Torture and Transformation December 19, 2017There are hardly more historically significant towns in France than Aigues-Mortes. Within the walled city, legends and facts reveal a rich history of conquering heroes and suffering martyrs. Today the place has transformed into a popular destination for travellers, filled with souvenir shops and sidewalk cafes. Visit with me inside the walls of Aigues-Mortes. Continue …Continue Reading