Provence, France: Hiking, Medieval Towns, and Van Gogh

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Provence, France:
Hiking, Medieval Towns, and Van Gogh

Today, we recap the sites, food, shopping and hotels that we explored together this week. You can access the complete summary with all photos and shortcut links at any time here.

Beginning tomorrow, we explore Chincoteague and Assateague Islands in Maryland (and Virginia) US. That’s tomorrow. Today, I am napping after sipping wine in a lavender bath.
- Cris

What To Do (reviews)

Travel style:

Culture

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Avignon

Arles

Aix-en-Provence

Luberon villages and markets

Travel style:

Relaxation

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Rejuvenation in Aix-en-Provence

Lavender Fields and Tranquil Villages of Luberon

Wine Tasting and Spa Retreat in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Coastal Relaxation in Cassis

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  • Les Halles de Avignon is a covered market located in the heart of Avignon that offers a true taste of Provence. It’s a great spot to experience local culture and pick up high-quality regional products. Open every morning except Monday, the market has a lively atmosphere with around 40 vendors.

  • The Marché Provençal in Aix-en-Provence is one of the best-known markets in the region. Held several times a week (with different sections for flowers, antiques, and food), it’s a quintessential Provençal market experience with an incredible array of fresh produce, flowers, herbs, and local crafts.

  • he Mason du Savon de Marseille provides an excellent selection of soaps made from local lavender and olive oil at reasonable prices.

Provence is a region in which we are reminded to slow down, smell the flowers, taste the food and drink the wine. Planning a visit? You can find the full details, photos, and links from this week here.

Tomorrow, our greetings will arrive from Chincoteague and Assateague Islands in Maryland (and Virginia) US.

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