Roussillon: For Art and Authors
It is obvious that artists have forever loved Roussillon; but just recently, I discovered how many authors passed this way … and stayed for a while.
Why Roussillon is “Red”: Fact and Fable
The Barefoot Blogger – as seen in France Today. Why is Roussillon red? The French commune of Roussillon is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, roughly midway between Avignon and Aix-en-Provence. It is in the heart of one of the world’s most significant ochre deposits, extending from Apt to Roussillon via Gargas and Rustrel. Ochre deposits […]
City Side of Nice: Favorite Finds
With all the cold, rainy weather in winter, I enjoy looking back at some of summer’s favorite places. Enjoy the city side of Nice and think about sunny days
Lost in the Luberon: Gordes, Goult and Menerbes
When I learned my hometown friend, whom I hadn’t seen in 40 years, was coming to visit me in Uzes, right away I started planning her trip. One that we’d both enjoy.
Arles: Feria du Riz Food and Fashion
Just tell me there’s a bullfight close to Uzes and I’m there. As usual, there’s always a party going on that makes the corrida even more fun.
Arles’ Feria du Riz: Bullfights and Fanfare
the controversal pastime – Ferias
A Sunday in Provence: L’isle Sur la Sorgue
L’isle Sur la Sorgue is now one of my “best favorite places”to visit and to show off to guests who want to wander through Provence
Caromb and the Pipinette
WHERE ELSE WOULD I HAVE LEARNED ABOUT PIPINETTES?
French Folklore: Saintes-Maries-De-La-Mer
Biblical history of Saintes-Maries-De-La-Mer, France
Uzès Day Trip To The Camargue: “Must See” Stops
Day trip from Uzes, France through towns of the Camargue