Category: roadtrip
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Roussillon – fifty shades of ochre (and dust in your shoes)
You know a place is serious about colour when even the village map comes in terracotta. Welcome to Roussillon, the ochre jewel of the Luberon and proud member of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France – which, translated for realists, means yes, it’s beautiful and…
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The Wooden Soul of the Bregenzerwald
There is something magical about the Bregenzerwald in autumn. The forests glow in shades of gold and russet, the air feels fresh and crisp – and everywhere you look, wood is at the heart of daily life. For centuries, people here have built their homes…
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Arles – Where Roman Stones Meet Space Age Dreams
Arles is one of those places steeped in history. It didn’t just leave a trace; it left a full-blown stone amphitheatre right in the middle of town. Built in 90 AD, the Arles Amphitheatre once hosted gladiators and roaring crowds. Today, it still stages events,…
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Saint-Rémy-de-Provence – More Than Just Van Gogh’s Starry Night
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is one of those towns where time seems to stroll rather than run. Of course, everyone knows it as the place where Vincent van Gogh painted some of his most famous works while staying at the local asylum. But Saint-Rémy has far more layers…
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Rorschach – The Coolcation Gem You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let’s be honest. When people think of Swiss summer destinations, Rorschach is not exactly top of mind. Which is precisely why it’s perfect. No crowds. No stress. No overpriced gelato. Just an elegant little lakeside town on the southern shores of Lake Constance, where Switzerland…
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Are Jeans Sustainable? A Love Story in Indigo
Are jeans sustainable? That beloved denim jacket of mine has seen the world – and never touched a washing machine. 😎💙 But behind the cool indigo charm lies a serious question: how eco-friendly are our favourite jeans?
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Grasse Notes – Where Scents Make Sense
Follow your nose… and you’ll end up in Grasse! A town where flowers have CVs, perfumes have legacies, and you’ll never smell the same again. Coming soon on the blog: my fragrant adventures in the world’s perfume capital!
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Magical Hilltop Escapes: Callian & Montauroux
We found a place where time slows down and creativity blossoms—say hello to Montauroux & Callian, two hidden gems of Provence! Sun-drenched hills, old stone houses, and a creative spark in every corner. P.S. My talented friend @stefanie.savary hosts the most magical sewing retreats here—trust…
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Orgon – Of Rock, Revolutions, and a Very Good Lunch
Who knew a sleepy village like Orgon could hold such scandal, stone, and royal drama? We followed the mistral, found a king’s misstep, dodged a flying hat, and ended with a heavenly lunch at Le Bon Temps in Sénas.
