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A Tour Through the Luberon: Provence, France

K.B. Oliver March 10, 2021 March 10, 2021Blog, Provence 2

When you think of Provence, France, you might think of lavender fields, olive groves, rocky outcrops topped with walled villages. You’re thinking of an area called the Luberon, at the foot of the Luberon mountain range. This area was put on the tourist map by Peter Mayle with his book, A Year in Provence. People discovered the villages of the Luberon area and were enchanted. Pure Provence! Your Itinerary in the Luberon Here is a circuit of 8 towns you…

Cassis, France: the Petit French Riviera

K.B. Oliver November 10, 2020 November 12, 2020Provence 0

If you’re hitting the French Riviera but want to avoid the big glitzy destinations, don’t overlook Cassis, France. It’s kind of glitzy in its own way, but on a smaller scale. You can find it just east of Marseille on the southern coast touching the Mediterranean. It’s well-known for wines, beaches, and cliffs called calanques. Nearby is the cozy beach town of La Ciotat and between the two visit-worthy towns is Cap Canaille, the highest coastal point in France, and one…

Nice: A Warm Heart in France

K.B. Oliver June 10, 2020 November 19, 2020Provence 0

Nice, France Each time you visit a place it sets down new, deeper layers in your soul. My most recent trip to Nice, France, my third, was like this for me. The first two times I’d zipped through like so many tourists do, in a day or an afternoon. This last time I had the opportunity in a long weekend to soak it in, to wander the maze of Italian-flavored streets, their candy-colored buildings towering overhead. Getting Around Nice Nice…

A French Meal: Bring France to your Kitchen!

K.B. Oliver April 8, 2020 April 8, 2020Provence, Resources and Activities 5

If you can’t visit France, at least taste it. Maybe you were planning a trip to France (or thinking about it.) Not many of us are traveling these days, but you can bring a bit of France to your home during confinement. In this post, you’ll find a classic main course recipe from Provence, called Boeuf en Daube. It’s a type of beef stew that becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender as it bakes or simmers for hours. (You can make it on…

A French Festival Near You

K.B. Oliver February 16, 2020 November 19, 2020Brittany, Paris and Nearby, Provence, Resources and Activities 0

Whatever time of year you visit France, there will be a French festival happening somewhere. Even in the dead of winter, you’ll find a festive gathering, such as a music festival or a Christmas market. Here’s a summary of festivals in France throughout the year! Mid-February: If you’re near Nice, check out the Carnaval. If you like over-the-top floats, entertainment, and animation…and crowds, this is for you. Have a look at this video to get the flavor: http://en.nicecarnaval.com/videos February (2nd…

French Beaches: Roundup

K.B. Oliver January 15, 2020 November 25, 2020Normandy, Provence, Resources and Activities, West/Southwest 2

When you think of French beaches, you may think of St. Tropez or Nice. But there are many French beaches that, while popular with the French, aren’t necessarily overrun with tourists and sun-seekers. Crowds are thinner, prices are lower. The whole experience is less competition for beach space and more a peaceful visit full of memories. (and not lacking sun and sand, either!) Oliver’s France has given a glimpse of some of these beaches that aren’t as well-known to tourists…

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A Tour Through the Luberon: Provence, France

Cassis, France: the Petit French Riviera

Nice: A Warm Heart in France

A French Meal: Bring France to your Kitchen!

A French Festival Near You

French Beaches: Roundup

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