Provence Property, Holidays and Lifestyle

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Marseille is a melting pot of cultures from around the world. With over one million inhabitants, it is France's second largest city. more...

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The art of living in Provence

Few places in France boast such a rich artistic heritage as Provence, which has long provided a stunning backdrop to the work of great painters. For Justin Postlethwaite, the art angle is just one of many good reasons to head south more...

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Real-life: Buying in Sanary-sur-Mer

Sue Aitken owns a flat in Sanary-sur-Mer, a town in Provence that she discovered as a student. Here Sue tells FrenchEntrée how the town has managed to retain its charm over the years and why she decided to buy the first property she saw.

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Provence Property – Best Buys

Hilltop villages, historic towns, lavender fields and famous wine producing vineyards - splendid scenery, a Mediterranean climate and proximity to the dazzling Côte d’Azur make Provence one of the most desirable places to retire, relocate or own a holiday-home in France. more...

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Travelling to Provence

What's the best way to get to Provence - car, train, plane? Here's a guide to airlines, ferry and train companies to help you decide what best suits you.more...

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Your Financial Adviser in Provence

Victoria Lewis is a Partner with The Spectrum IFA Group and is on hand to give you friendly, professional and independent financial advice. Victoria has 20 years experience in financial services and for the past 10 years has specialized in addressing the unique financial planning needs of expatriates and non-residents.more...

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Provence - Things to do in the region

All you need to know You don't need to be short of something to do in Provence, whether it's exploring the region on two wheels or horseback, sailing the coast or walking in the mountains or salt marshes of the Camargue. Here's a guide to help you choose.more...

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Simon Eveleigh - Siddalls Adviser in France

Siddalls advisers in France are provide support and up-to-date information on issues that may affect your finances when becoming a French resident. They are able to explain and identify problems in a language you understand, identifying any problem areas that need to be addressed and suggesting personalised solutions. Simon Eveleigh is the Regional Manager for Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur. more...

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Provence or the celebration of the senses?

There are at least six good reasons to invest NOW in Provence. The first is for purely economic reasons: prices are still under market value. The five other reasons include our senses. more...

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A favorite recipe for mussels

When I head for Les Halles without a specific menu in mind, I often find I am influenced by the weather outside. This morning it was very overcast in Avignon, so when I went past my fishmonger, the tiny little moules looked just perfect. more...

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The cocktail drinker's guide to gardening

Born in Hampshire, England, James Clay is an artist, sculptor and landscape gardener. He lived all over the world before settling in St. Rémy. In this entertaining series of articles, James shares his 15 years of gardening experience (and somewhat more of cocktail drinking) in Olives and Martinis! more...

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Camargue bird sanctuary in Provence

Find out more about birds at the Parc Ornithologique de Pond de Gau, the Camargue's bird sanctuary, near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Here you can stroll along 7 km of pathways that lead you into marshes where you will observe different bird species in both their natural environment and in large birdcages... more...

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Olive Oil Production in Provence

A Mediterranean Staple There would be no Mediterranean cuisine without olive oil. It was used on the island of Crete in 2500AD and to this day it is an integral part of any Mediterranean meal. more...

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The A.O.C Wines of Provence

Ten official appellations Vines existed in Provence before the Greeks arrived in 600BC; however it was the Greeks, followed by the Romans, who introduced systematic growing and pruning. The region has a classic Mediterranean climate. more...

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