Author: Lydia Dean

Avignon, France, is renowned for its vibrant music and arts scene, particularly during the summer months when the city comes alive with a series of festivals. In 2024, Avignon will host several notable music festivals, each offering a distinct and unique experience.  The biggest and most notable by far is the Festival D’Avignon, now one […]

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Exploring the Seasonal Blooms and Harvests of Provence Provence, a picturesque region in the south of France, is renowned for its landscapes, vibrant colors, and aromatic scents that vary beautifully with the seasons. Each period of the year brings a new spread of colors and fragrances, making Provence the perfect destination for nature lovers and […]

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Provence has become quite the popular tourist destination, now drawing visitors nearly year-round. But what is the temperature in this enchanting region, when is the best time to visit, and what should you bring along for the journey? Let’s embark on a journey through the seasons to find out. Spring’s Awakening: A Gentle Beginning This […]

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Built high on a plateau in the heart of Provence sits the village of Bonnieux, know for its breathtaking views of the region and an ideal spot to base one self when visiting the South of France.  With it being such a popular village to visit, we thought it helpful to share our experience on […]

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In the heart of the Alpilles mountains, set atop a rocky outcrop, Les Baux is a crowned jewel in Inland Provence with its historical castle ruins overlooking the plains to the south. Only Provence has had years experience helping to plan luxury holidays for families and friends who want to rent luxury villas near Les […]

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Combine hilltop villages, fields of wild flowers, picturesque winding drives, good food and wine and a luxurious spa and you have the perfect makings for a romantic getaway.  Provence has this all, plus  much more during any season of the year.  Whether you want to steal away for a few days while renting a villa […]

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Rich in historic and architectural heritage, this city of “art and water” in the heart of Provence is not to be missed. We have yet to meet someone who doesn’t fall in love with Aix for its tree-lined boulevards, museums, ancient fountains, cafés and winding, narrow cobblestone streets. Protected by the Montagne Ste Victoire which […]

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Why is it so special and what to see and do while visiting? Lourmarin has long been one of Provence’s favorite villages. A simple stroll around its cobblestone streets in almost any season, and you’ll understand why.  Nature lovers, foodies, and history buffs alike, will fall in love with this Southern Luberon gem.  It seems […]

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Saint Saturnin lès Apt – A True Hidden Gem of Provence Provence has a long list of well-visited hill top villages —Gordes, Bonnieux, Menerbes, Lacoste to name a few.  There are, however, a handful of lesser known villages that have all charm and authenticity yet have a serenity the others left at the tourism wayside […]

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