Renting a luxury villa in the South of France for a week or two is the perfect way to spend a multi-generational family holiday, celebrating big birthdays or anniversaries. These types of holidays are also the perfect opportunity for couples to steal away for a night or two while the kids happily tuck in with […]
We have been planning holidays for foreigners visiting Provence for going on 20 years and doing so has been a true joy, from beginning to end. In reflecting on all the important elements that have gone into building a luxury villa rental business such as ours, by far the most meaningful part has involved helping […]
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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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 […]
Classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, Roussillon is best known for its distinctive red cliffs, created by the world’s largest known ochre deposit. The large quarries of Roussillon were mined from the end of the 18th century until 1930. Thousands of people found work in these quarries and factories. This vibrantly […]
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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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Gordes, a hub for art lovers, has been officially named one of the most beautiful villages in France. Its stone buildings perched on the cliffs offer sweeping views of Provence, making it one of the most popular spots in the region. […]
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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.
