Category: Provence
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The Lavender Fields of Provence Are Not What You Think They Are
Provence’s famous purple fields hide a surprise: most aren’t real lavender. Discover the true harvest — plus weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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The French Wilderness Where Cowboys Still Drive Wild Horses to the Sea
Discover the Camargue — where wild white horses wade through lagoons and tens of thousands of flamingos nest at the edge of Provence — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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Paris Itinerary for First-Time Visitors: A 3-Day Plan That Works
Plan your first trip to Paris with this practical 3-day Paris itinerary for first-time visitors. Covers the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Versailles and more.
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French Riviera Travel Guide: Nice, Cannes and the Côte d’Azur
Plan your perfect trip with this French Riviera travel guide: best times to visit Nice, Cannes and the Côte d’Azur, how to get there, and what not to miss.
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When to Visit France: The Best Time for Every Season and Region
Not sure when to visit France? This month-by-month guide covers every season and region so you can plan the perfect France trip from the US.
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The Lavender Season in Provence: When to Go and What to Expect
Discover when lavender blooms in Provence, where to find the best fields and what harvest day looks like — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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Visiting Giverny, France: The Complete Guide to Monet’s Garden
Your complete guide to visiting Giverny, France — Monet’s garden, lily pond, tickets, getting there from Paris, and when to go for the best experience.
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The Provençal Town That Transforms Into Europe’s Greatest Antique Hunt Every Sunday
Discover why L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in Provence becomes Europe’s greatest antique hunt every Sunday, and what makes this water town impossible to forget — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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The Marseille Soup That Even Has Its Own Official Charter
Marseille’s Bouillabaisse Charter from 1980 defines exactly how this iconic fish stew must be made — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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French Surnames of Provence: Origins, Meanings and Family Heritage
Discover 15 French surnames of Provence, their Occitan and Latin origins, and how they spread to Canada, Louisiana, and South Africa. Trace your Provençal roots.
