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France Public Holidays 2026
September 1, 2025
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Tips for Visiting Provence with an Electric Car
July 20, 2025
Traveling through Provence in an electric car is not only possible but increasingly easy and enjoyable. With scenic roads, sustainable travel options, and a growing...
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How to Pack for a Stay in Provence
June 20, 2025
Packing for a Provence getaway means balancing style, comfort, and the diverse needs of rural, coastal, and village life. The region’s Mediterranean climate offers warm...
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Vineyards and Wine Tastings in the Luberon
June 12, 2025
The Luberon region of Provence is as renowned for its wine as it is for its stunning landscapes and historic villages. With sun-soaked vineyards that...
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A Day in the Life at a Provence Villa
June 1, 2025
Imagine waking up to the gentle hum of cicadas and the soft morning sun filtering through lavender-coloured shutters. Life in a Provençal villa is the...
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Best Souvenirs to Bring Back from Provence
May 28, 2025
Taking a piece of Provence home with you is part of the joy of visiting. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking to gift a...
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Escape to France: Magazines & Blogs That Capture the Spirit of Provence
May 21, 2025
If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering lavender fields at golden hour, sipping rosé under a plane tree, or simply embracing the art de vivre that...
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French School Holidays 2025-6
May 1, 2025
School Holidays Starts Finishes First Day of School 1 Sep 2025 (Mon) All Saints Holidays 20 Oct 2025 (Sun) 3 Nov 2025 (Sun) Christmas Holidays...
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Charging your EV in Provence
April 16, 2025
If you’re planning a stay at one of our charming villas in or around Lourmarin and driving an electric vehicle, rest assured that Provence is...
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How to be a good guest in Provence
March 12, 2025
Staying in a villa is one of the most enchanting ways to experience Provence. Whether you’re enjoying the sun-drenched terraces of the Luberon, sipping rosé...
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Lavender Season in Provence: When and Where to Go
March 12, 2025
One of the most iconic and beloved symbols of Provence is the lavender field—those rolling waves of purple under sun-drenched skies, buzzing with bees and...
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France Public Holidays 2025
September 1, 2024
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Turning your Provence property into a holiday rental: Tips for owners
May 21, 2024
Owning a home in Provence is a dream for many—and sharing that experience with guests can be as rewarding as it is profitable. If you’re...
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French school holidays 2024-5
May 1, 2024
School Holidays Starts Finishes First Day of School 2 Sep 2024 (Mon) All Saints Holidays 20 Oct 2024 (Sun) 3 Nov 2024 (Sun) Christmas Holidays...
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Ready your property for renting
February 16, 2022
If you are looking to rent out your house in Provence to paying guests, there are several basic things you can do to get your...
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Avignon and Châteauneuf du Pape
October 18, 2021
Head to Avignon, the gateway to Provence. It is colourful, culturally rich, full of artistic, architectural and gourmet pleasures – circled by 4.3km of superbly...
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The colours of Provence
September 1, 2021
Provence is often associated with a particular colour palette that reflects the natural beauty of the area, as well as the traditional architecture and art....
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Top 10 foods to try in Provence
August 16, 2021
Provence, located in the southeast region of France, is famous for its diverse and delicious cuisine. Here are some of the best foods to try...
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Roussillon, Gordes and the Senanque Abbey
July 18, 2021
If you’re looking for an easy day out from your base in Lourmarin, you can’t go wrong with this itinerary. Start your day with a...
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St Rémy market, Van Gogh and Carrieres de Lumieres
June 1, 2021
Go to the Wednesday morning market in St Rémy-de-Provence, stroll along the boulevards under shade of century-old plane trees to discover squares and fountains, and...
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Lourmarin, Ansouis, Cucoron and Vaugines
May 12, 2021
Spend a couple of hours in the morning exploring the narrow little streets of Lourmarin. Walk the short distance to the Château de Lourmarin, a...
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Aix-en-Provence
April 23, 2021
Aix-en-Provence is known for its beautiful architecture and charming streets. The city has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings, such as...
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Gorge du Verdon
February 15, 2021
The Gorge du Verdon is a breathtakingly beautiful canyon – the largest in Europe – located in the Provence region of southeastern France. It offers...
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Isle-sur-la-Sorgue antique market and Fontaine de Vaucluse
January 1, 2021
Flowing canals encircle the ancient and prosperous town of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, famous for its antique market – the largest outside of Paris. Every Sunday this extensive...
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Lubéron Hilltop villages
September 28, 2020
The hilltop villages of Provence are a collection of picturesque and historic towns and villages located in the southeastern region of France. Perched on hilltops...
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Arles and the Camargue
September 17, 2020
Arles is a charming city on the Rhône River famed for inspiring the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh, who stayed here with his friend Paul...
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Postcards from Provence
September 15, 2020
“Postcards from Provence” is a phrase that evokes the picturesque beauty of the southern region of France known for its stunning landscapes, colourful markets, and...
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Cassis and the Calanques
August 19, 2020
One of the most seductive resorts on the Provence coast, Cassis (90min from Lourmarin) boasts a stunning location, a lovely harbour, a sprinkling of beaches,...
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Family fun in the sun
August 11, 2020
Yes, Provence is a great place to visit with children. The region offers a variety of activities that are suitable for families with children of...
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Outdoor and cultural activities in Provence
July 27, 2020
There are numerous outdoor and cultural activities to participate in if you’re feeling energetic. Here we offer a few ideas for the best things to...
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Cycling
July 13, 2020
Cycling is a national pastime and a sport that is synonymous with France. It’s also big in the Luberon, whether on the road or off-road....
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For the love of lavender
June 3, 2020
Every summer the plateaus and hills of Provence are coloured in blue and purple by fields of lavender. The lavender in the Lubéron blooms from...
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Santé! Cheers! Proost! Salute!
May 12, 2020
France is a country of winemaking tradition and offers unique wines in the world. Why? Terroir! The typical soil, climatic conditions and knowledge of winemakers...
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Cistercian Abbeys of Provence
April 29, 2020
If it’s peace and tranquility or a bit of interesting history you’re after, you should visit one of Provence’s three iconic 12th century Cistercian abbeys...
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Luberon towns to explore
April 18, 2020
Ansouis This is a 1,000-year-old village like most of them locally, with an ancient church and 12th century château (just sold by the De Sabran...
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Visit the iconic and historic Lourmarin Chateau
April 12, 2020
The Chateau de Lourmarin was the first Renaissance chateau in Provence. It sits atop a hill just outside Lourmarin, dominating the western view of the...
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Good reads for lovers of Provence
March 29, 2020
There are literally thousands of books about Provence: guide books, armchair travel companions, historic overviews, culture, food, wine … not to mention the novels and...
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Markets of Provence
March 3, 2020
Market day is not just a time to buy what you need, it is also a time to observe this most French of rituals, when...
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Vincent van Gogh
February 23, 2020
Attracted by the unique light, artist Vincent van Gogh created arguably his most beautiful paintings in Provence. But did you know that there is currently...
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Culture and the arts in Lourmarin
January 27, 2020
Lourmarin continues to draw writers and artists who, like those before them, find creative inspiration here. According to Insight Guides, the town’s cultural influence has...
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Our Top 10 days out
January 12, 2020
There is so much to see and do in the Vaucluse (and further afield in Provence) that if you spent 10 years here you’d still...
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Albert Camus
November 11, 2019
Another famous figure who found refuge in Lourmarin is Albert Camus, a French-Algerian writer who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1957 at the...
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Interior decor that guests will love
November 10, 2019
As the short-term rental industry becomes increasingly competitive, owners need to ensure that their property stands out from the crowd boils down to one key...
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Henri Bosco
November 9, 2019
Henri Bosco was an acclaimed French writer. He frequently stayed in Lourmarin where, in 1947, he had acquired a bastidon isolated in the hills, a...
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Bienvenue à Lourmarin!
November 8, 2019
Lourmarin is an ideal base for your vacation to Provence. It is set among vineyards, olive groves, almond trees, fields of wild herbs and, in...
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