Lydia Dean, Author at Only Provence

Traveling to Aix-En-Provence: The Ultimate Guide

Rich in historic and architectural heritage, this city 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 rises to 1,011meters, Aix […]

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Lourmarin – A Favorite of Provence’s Picturesque Villages

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 Remy De Provence – Why it’s a favorite spot in the South of France

Saint Remy de Provence is an historic village built on one of the oldest archeological sites in Europe.  With a rich history including a Roman village and Van Gogh’s asylum, St-Remy is an attraction for summer tourists from the world over and one of the most popular destinations in Inland Provence. It’s a large village […]

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Jumping the Picket Fence Light Through the Cracks

Only Provence co-founder Lydia Dean writes about their experiences raising a family, building a business in Provence, and later combining the love of travel with giving back in "Jumping the Picket Fence”. In 2021, she published “Light Through the Cracks,” a continuation of her journey, much of which has been based in Provence. Both books are available Amazon, Amazon.uk, and Amazon.Fr.