When In Provence is a travel blog for people seeking tips and experiences in the South of France.

Milou in France

This mini-series offers a detailed guide to bringing your dog abroad, with a special focus on travel to France. It covers everything from airline policies and paperwork to helpful advice for enjoying a dog-friendly vacation in the South of France.

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Postcards from Provence

A collection of small-town stories, sun-soaked days, and Provençal moments


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Off the Beaten Path

Follow along as we guide you through the lesser-known villages around the beautiful region of Provence.

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L’Art of the American Apèro - Deux

A fresh update to where it all began — featuring new bites, reimagined stories, and plenty of charm for the Francophiles who savor French food, culture, and the occasional fish-out-of-water adventure. This is a return to the heart of apéro and those perfectly imperfect moments that make life in France so unforgettable.

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Baguettes and Blunders

The first story in the Postcards from Provence series, Baguettes and Blunders is a retelling of my very first public cultural kerfuffle — a moment equal parts humbling and hilarious. It’s a charming memory I couldn’t resist sharing with my readers, in hopes you’ll get a giggle out of my early missteps in France. After all, isn’t that what travel is really about? Learning, laughing, and embracing every imperfectly perfect moment along the way.

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Fatima’s Hand

The popular door knocker that has an interesting history. We found ourselves so charmed by it, we ended up going on a year search for the perfect “hand.” Come with us as we dig through dusty brocantes and learn more about this unique piece of history.

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Sautering through Sault

Situated on an elevated ridge, the village of Sault is known as the capital of lavender and is home to one of the most beautiful views in Provence, showcasing the rolling fields of lavender that span the vast valley below.

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A Magical Visit to Séguret

Just one of a few villages included in my “Lesser-Known Villages” of Provence series, Sèguret is a must for any traveler looking to experience the quiet, authenticity of Provence.

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Timeless Elegance: 13 Inspired Ideas for Parisian Apartment Decor in Your Home

Do you dream of living the perfect Parisian lifestyle? Waking up in an apartment with the classic charm that only can be found in the city of lights? Check out the link below to get inspired, bringing a little Paris to your home here in the U.S.

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A Picky Girl’s Guide to French Cheese

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Our Journey of Dialysis in France

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