Are you planning to visit Aix-en-Provence on holiday? Or perhaps you’re moving for a sabbatical or life adventure? Whatever the reason for traveling to this beautiful area of France, Aixploring Provence is at your service. I’ve made Aix-en-Provence my home since 2010, and want to share my knowledge, experience, and passion for southern France with …
Are you coming to live in Aix-en-Provence for a few months on sabbatical, relocating with your company for a few years, or perhaps making Aix your permanent new home? Well, this is a tour I wish I’d taken when our family moved to Aix-en-Provence. In addition to my visitor guided tours, I also offer personalized …
While many of you have either visited Aix before, or have it marked as a must-see destination during your next France vacation, some may be wondering “where is Aix-en-Provence”? Aix (pronounced “ex”) is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of southern France about 30 kilometers, or 19 miles, northeast of Marseille. The Aéroport de Marseille Provence (Marseille-Provence Airport) …
One question I’m frequently asked is “how do you pronounce Aix-en-Provence?” The full name is pronounced ex-on-pro-vonse, but if you want to fit in with the locals straight-away, you can shorten it to just Aix (ex). Aix is what you’ll hear most often in conversation and read in publicity for events as you stroll the …
Visiting Aix-en-Provence in the Fall in Aix has an almost a dreamy feeling to it. Yes, I realize that’s a bit corny but I’m not sure how else to describe it. As much as I appreciate the uniqueness of all the seasons, Autumn is my favorite. The intense summer heat gently gives way to more …
