For our last stop in the South of France we made our way through the narrow roads east of Avignon, climbing higher and higher until we came across a fairy tale-like village, Crillon le Brave. Hotel Crillon-le-brave is situated high above town with eight buildings providing breathtaking views of vineyards and olive groves. We [Read More]
Provence Road Trip Part 1 – La Bastide de Marie + The Luberon
I have wanted to visit Provence in the South of France for some time now. The vineyards, the stone farm houses, the colorful shutters, the hilly countryside, and the amazing food have been calling my name for years. When my husband and I decided to take a holiday for our first wedding anniversary, I knew The post Provence Road Trip Part 1 – La Bastide de Marie + The Luberon appeared first on The Travel Hack. [Read More]
Provence Road Trip Part 2 – Vaucluse + Chateau de Mazan
As we pulled into Mazan, located in the valleys of the Vaucluse region, we quickly spotted Chateau de Mazan, a charming hotel towering high above the rest of town. Mazan was laid out with a circled wall of buildings that dated back to the 14th century. The “portes” along the wall open to narrow streets The post Provence Road Trip Part 2 – Vaucluse + Chateau de Mazan appeared first on The Travel Hack. [Read More]
Provence Road Trip III – Market Day in Aix-en-Provence
Having spent a few days in the countryside we were ready for the bustling of a bigger city. We arrived in Aix-en-Provence and instantly felt as though we’d found a Mediterranean Paris. In fact, Aix is known as the 21st arrondissement of Paris because of its cultural scene. What it lacks in historical sites, it The post Provence Road Trip III – Market Day in Aix-en-Provence appeared first on The Travel Hack. [Read More]