Category: Provence
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The Calanques: France’s Hidden Coastline That Outshines the Riviera
Discover the Calanques — France’s dramatic white limestone fjords near Marseille and Cassis. A complete guide to visiting this hidden coastal gem — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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Two Weeks in France: The Perfect 14-Day Itinerary
Plan two weeks in France with this 14-day itinerary: Paris, Loire Valley, Bordeaux, Provence, and the French Riviera. How to get there and what to see.
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French Surnames of Alsace-Lorraine: Origins, Meanings and Family Heritage
Explore the French surnames of Alsace-Lorraine — a region where German, French and Jewish naming traditions collided across centuries of disputed history. Find your ancestral roots.
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The Real Reason Every Beautiful Village in Provence Sits on a Cliff
Discover why every beautiful village in Provence was built on a cliff edge. The medieval history behind the most stunning hilltop villages in southern France.
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Alsace Wine Route Travel Guide: What to See, Taste and Do
Plan your Alsace Wine Route journey: the best villages, wines to taste, food to try and practical tips for driving France’s most scenic route.
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Why the World’s Most Famous Perfumes All Begin in One Small Provence Town
The hilltop town of Grasse in Provence supplies the flowers behind the world’s most famous perfumes — and you can walk through it any time of year.
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French Alps Travel Guide: Planning Your Visit
Planning a trip to the French Alps? This French Alps travel guide covers Chamonix, Annecy, Mont Blanc, best seasons, and how to get there from the US.
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Burgundy Travel Guide: Wine, Châteaux and Medieval Villages
Your complete Burgundy France travel guide: wine villages, châteaux, Beaune and Dijon — everything you need to plan your perfect trip to France.
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The Lavender Harvest in Provence That Most Tourists Never Get to See
Every July, Provence’s lavender harvest happens in the quiet hours before dawn. Here’s what actually goes on behind the famous purple photographs.
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Provence Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Plan Your Visit
Your complete Provence travel guide: best time to visit, where to go, what to eat, and how to get around this stunning region of southern France.
