Provence is a world-famous region that entices visitors with its idyllic countryside, historic towns, and quaint & charming villages scattered across phenomenally diverse rolling landscapes.
Known for its fields of lavender, olive groves, cypress trees, sun-drenched vineyards, and great big scraggly mountains, Provence offers natural beauty in droves... Each village and city in the region holds its own allure, from bustling markets filled with local produce and artisan goods to quaint cobbled streets lined with pastel-colored shutters...
You’ll discover medieval fortresses, Renaissance architecture, Roman ruins, and art history as you travel through Provence, falling more and more in love with each stop...
To our dear returning travelers and our newest explorers ~ welcome to the countdown! (we're under a 100 days now!)
Whether you’ve shared a glass of Brunello with us in Tuscany, wandered the Luberon paths on a past journey, or are joining our "Adventures To..." family for the very first time: get ready. Late June in Provence isn't just a time and place; it’s a sensory masterpiece, and we can’t wait to step into the frame with you! This
High-Altitude Magic & The "Classique" Spirit
While many of you know the quiet magic we love to uncover, this year we’re turning up the volume on adventure. We are officially prepping for the Provençal Classique Road Rally.
Imagine this: the sides of your cars are sporting the official Provençal Classique Rally magnets, your two-way radio is crackling with excitement, and we are leading the way as we begin the legendary ascent of Mont Ventoux. As we climb toward the "Giant of Provence" in the French Alps, the air thins, the views become infinite, and the adrenaline of the open road takes over... It’s a "Rally Style" expedition at its finest ~ the perfect blend of high-octane exploration and effortless style...
What’s Waiting for You
Beyond the mountain peaks, we are chasing the "Blue Hour" through violet fields and finding the quiet corners of ancient stone villages that feel frozen in time.
For our Tuscany Alums: Prepare for a different kind of magic... If Italy is a bold opera, Provence is a soulful cello suite ~ elegant, sun-drenched, and infinitely sophisticated.
For our Returning Provence Travelers: We have a few new secrets up our sleeves. The mistral winds have shifted, and we’ve found a few "off-the-map" spots that will make you fall in love with The South of France all over again.
To our Newest Guests: You’re about to find out why we do what we do... Welcome to the inner circle!
And oh, by the way, we'll be staying all week at the magnificent Chateau du Soleil... And of course we'll have Swim Parties & Happy Hours every day! And our personal French Chefs Fabien & Coralie will be preparing outstanding Dinner Parties every night! And parties every evening with our open & unlimited Wine, Champagne, Prosecco & Beer Bar! And on one very special evening we will have our Soirée Blanc... A very special Garden Dinner Party with our favorite Duet;
L'étreinte Chaleureuse (the name itself speaks volumes about the night)
Stay Tuned for "Tasty Morsels"
Over the next few weeks, here on The Blog, we'll feature some of the amazing places we'll be going on the expedition... We invite you to savor this information... Let it create anticipation... Think of these posts as appetizers... or paradoxically, as the French call them entrees... to what we think will be an incredible feast of the senses that we'll experience in just a couple short months...
The Soundtrack of the Countdown
As we count down the days until we meet in France, there is one song that perfectly captures this feeling as we wait for the big departure... Carly was pretty much an unknown back then... but "Anticipation" & "That's the way I always heard it should be" put her on the map almost overnight and in 1972 she had already won the Grammy for Best New Artist
Enjoy Carly Simon’s "Anticipation" ~ it’s the perfect anthem for
counting down the days to the adventure ahead
(ps; not the best quality video or audio; it's from 1971...)
