Our Expert Articles: Provence & Cote D'Azur
Up Close Picture of the Week: Nice, FranceWe recently stayed in Nice and were quite impressed by the positive development and breath of restoration in this beautiful... [Read the full story]
Tarascon, France – the Heart of ProvenceWay back when, the strange dragon-monster called the Tarasque is said to have terrified the citizens of Tarascon, France (understandably,... [Read the full story]
Up Close Picture of the Day: Eze, FranceEze is a beautiful village, perched on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean. Its charming cobbled streets and spectacular views... [Read the full story]
Serenity & Luxury at Château de La Messardière in St Tropez’Since the early 20th century, Saint Tropez on the French Mediterranean has been the muse of many poets, famous artists and movie... [Read the full story]
Wonders of the South: Saint- Raphaël and Fréjus, FranceWhile nearby St. Tropez seems to get all the attention, both Saint- Raphaël and Fréjus are fantastic destinations in their own... [Read the full story]
Eco-Friendly ProvenceOne area in France that seems to have all their eco ducks in order is Provence. There are few areas in the world that have been... [Read the full story]
Marvelous Marseilles, FranceWhen I was working as an English teacher at a lycée (high school) in Gassin, France, I frequently took day or weekend trips to... [Read the full story]
Provence Weather, Wines and CultureProvence, in the south of France, is a fabulous place to visit to enjoy the weather, the culture and, of course, the wine! Provence... [Read the full story]
Celebrate a Russian Christmas…in Nice, FranceThis year, you can enjoy a Russian Christmas without the cold weather and long flight to Russia. Come to sunny Nice, France for... [Read the full story]
The Caves of France’s Ardèche GorgeThe Ardèche Gorge, the largest natural canyon in Europe, angles through southern France, northwest of Avignon. Its craggy limestone... [Read the full story]
Sightseeing and Soaking Up The Sun in France’s Saint TropezDuring my year as an English instructor at Lycée du Golfe de Saint Tropez (Saint Tropez Gulf High School), I had many weekends... [Read the full story]
Restaurant Review: Le Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence, A Hidden GemAix-en-Provence is one of my favorite places to visit in France because when I am there, I feel like I can just be. Compared to... [Read the full story]
Fruit Confit at Confiserie Florian near Nice, FranceShortly after we began dating, my (now) husband introduced me to fruit confit (candied fruit). He held out a tiny sugar coated... [Read the full story]
“Sur le pont d’Avignon”, FranceI first remember hearing the song “Sur le pont d’Avignon,” during my grade school French class. After I announced that... [Read the full story]
Strolling Through Les Baux de Provence, FranceOne of the benefits of meeting up with locals while traveling is that they take you to places you’ve never heard of, like Les... [Read the full story]
Nice, France – a City for WanderersWhen I worked as an English teacher in a French lycée (high school), I lived in a small town near Saint Tropez called Gassin. ... [Read the full story]
Eze—The Peak of the Cote d’ AzurNice may have its boardwalk along the deep blue sea and Monaco its glitzy casinos, but in between, perched high on a rocky outcrop,... [Read the full story]
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer for the Gypsies’ PilgrimageSaintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, on the coast of southwestern France, is a village steeped in legend, history, and tradition that lives... [Read the full story]
Frugal Guide to Fantastic Nice, FranceThe moment you step onto the Promenade des Anglais and witness the vista of aquamarine sea, white foam, striped umbrellas, and... [Read the full story]
Art Abounds in St Paul de Vence, FranceFondation Maeght, inland from Nice on the French Riviera, houses one of the great modern art collections of Europe. Founded in... [Read the full story]
Wine Villages of the Southern RhôneIn the southern Rhône River valley, low, twisted grapevines cover the rocky countryside, producing some great wines. John and... [Read the full story]
Aix en Provence France: Cézanne’s HomeAix en Provence, a beautiful old Roman town, was built on the ruins of Entremont in the year 122 B.C. The area had hot and cold... [Read the full story]
Favorite Towns of Provence and the Cote d’ AzurMmmm…imagine sunshine, the scent of lavender and rosemary, parasol pines, olive groves, sunflowers, and the Mediterranean…you... [Read the full story]
New Guide to Hikes in the South of FranceI am a true Francophile, so I was thrilled to read the new book 26 Gorgeous Hikes on the Western Cote d’Azur. This slim... [Read the full story]
Arles: a Must-See in ProvenceWhen in Provence, be sure to spend at least a day or two in Arles and save a day for the Camargue. This small city, half the... [Read the full story]
Enjoy Charming Cassis and Visit the Calanques“Qui a vist Paris se noun a vist Cassis, a ren vist” (He who has seen Paris and not Cassis has seen nothing). This... [Read the full story]
Shop the Markets of Provence and the Cote d’AzurWhen in Provence, checking out the many street markets is a must. While in France we build our sightseeing around the markets.... [Read the full story]
Vacation in Avignon, France: Tourism Sights, Hotels and MoreThe spectacular city of Avignon is an essential stop in Provence. Thirty-nine towers and seven gates punctuate ramparts surrounding... [Read the full story]
