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Autumn in Provence

By Su Stephens on Sep 18, 2018 in Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Autumn the best time of year to visit Provence? Quite possibly! For those of you who are looking for the perfect destination for an Autumn getaway, carry on reading to discover some of the highlights of this fabulous region in September, October & November along with details of some unmissable events that are well worth […]

Provencal activities to enjoy whilst learning French!

By Su Stephens on Aug 19, 2018 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Being able to speak another language is an enviable skill and one that many of us aspire to acquire at some point, particularly after a holiday abroad! A subscription to Babbel that never gets used and the well-meaning resolution to learn 50 words a day are often the first casualties for the many of us […]

A Provencal dinner party

By Su Stephens on Jul 14, 2018 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Just one of the many delights of a Provencal summer are the long evenings which offer the perfect excuse to throw an informal al fresco dinner party. The heat of the day has given way to a comfortable heat, the air is deliciously scented and the air is filled with the song of the cicadas […]

July and August in Provence

By Su Stephens on Jun 15, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Summer is here… now all you have to do is head south to embrace the best that France has to offer… Provence! Clear blue skies, aquamarine sea, crusty French bread, succulent tomatoes, garlic, olives ripening on the trees and the heady scent of lavender. If that weren’t enough to tempt you, then here are some […]

Provence – a food lover’s Paradise

By Su Stephens on May 16, 2018 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There are many reasons to visit Provence not least the superb food and drink that is on offer. The wonderful Mediterranean climate produces a vast range of temptations… fabulous fruit and vegetables bursting with flavour, delectable wines, seafood from its shores and gorgeous local delicacies make this a veritable foodie heaven! Fruit and vegetables Markets […]

Provence for all the family

By Su Stephens on Apr 14, 2018 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

There is a whole lot more to Provence than just wine and romance. Only a short flight from the UK, it is a perfect destination for a half-term taste of sunshine. Or, if you are planning a summer break, Provence also offers plenty to keep the whole family happy for a longer holiday and, with […]

Provence in April and May: things not to miss

By Su Stephens on Mar 15, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

With Spring sprung and the warm weather returning, this is a gorgeous time of year to explore Provence as the region wakes up after Winter. One of the many delights about this region is the sheer variety of things to do and see. To help you plan your Spring in Provence I have listed a […]

Looking ahead to Summer in Provence

By Su Stephens on Feb 13, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

As winter gives way to the promise of Spring, what better time to start thinking about the joys of Summer? And, where better to spend time during those balmy months than Provence? Here you will find fabulous cities, glorious villages and the most scenic of coastlines and, if that were not enough to tempt you, […]

A Valentine’s mini break in Provence

By Su Stephens on Jan 16, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

Another year, another Valentine’s Day! So, if you want to do something really special for the one you love, consider a weekend in Provence, one of the most beautiful regions in that most romantic of countries, France. Provence is not just for Summer. In fact, February, a month offering daily temperatures of around 13-15 degrees […]

15 reasons to visit Provence in 2018!

By Su Stephens on Dec 14, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

With Christmas over it’s natural that thoughts will soon start to drift to all the exciting prospects in store for 2018, and with it thoughts of a well-deserved holiday in the sun (which no doubt feature all the more strongly when it’s cold and wet outside!). So, to get you in the mood for 2018, […]

Christmas in Provence

By Su Stephens on Nov 14, 2017 in Europe, Events, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It’s almost that time of year… Christmas is on the horizon and I for one can’t wait! It’s a wonderful time to visit Provence with plenty of things to see and do. An almost palpable sense of excitement can be felt as people take time out to visit the numerous Christmas markets and partake in […]

Winter in Provence

By Su Stephens on Oct 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When you think of Provence you might well think of warm, sunny days, lavender fields and cold glasses of Rose. With only a couple of weeks until November and the real onset of Winter here in Provence, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to dispel the myth that the only really good time to visit […]

The villages, towns and cities of Provence

By Su Stephens on Sep 17, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

The French are lucky! They live in a country which is blessed with an endless variety of places to visit and things to do. Combined with a superb climate in the south, many choose to holiday at home… but rather than head out during July and August they wait until October which is regarded by […]

Is September the best kept secret in Provence?

By Su Stephens on Aug 14, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Ahhhh… Provence in September… is there a better month to be had in this stunning region of Southern France? I am probably the tiniest bit biased but there are so many reasons why I look forward to this time of year. Reliable sunshine is just one factor that makes Provence such a great destination. Even […]

10 Provencal activities not to be missed!

By Su Stephens on Jul 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Holidays are about relaxing, but that doesn’t mean sitting around sunbathing all day long. Provence is such an incredibly varied region and we are spoilt for choice when it comes to the range of activities available. From cooking to mountain biking, there is something for everyone in this most glorious area of France. Cookery classes […]

All you wanted to know about Provencal wine!

By Su Stephens on Jun 18, 2017 in Europe, France, Regions, Western Europe

Provence! The mere name invokes images of fields filled with lavender and sunflowers, bustling markets stocked with locally produced delicacies and plenty of sun. It’s not always the first region that springs to mind when talking about French wine however. Overlooked it may have been, but that’s rapidly changing and Provençal wines are soaring in […]

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