Monday, June 20, 2011

More Fun Times and Great Memories Made in Provence!!

This last week, we were lucky to have welcomed another wonderful groups from all over the world.  we welcomed a wonderful couple from Manila, Philippines, two travel friends from Australia and two couples from Texas!  We had a wildly fun time, made new friends and shared many laughs throughout the week.  Here are a few of our favorite photos so far from their trip.

 Hiking the calanques of Cassis along the Mediterranean coast...




Below are some photos from our evening of petanque before dinner with our Chef...we were enjoying a friendly, yet quite competitive match!









Friday, June 10, 2011

More Guest Testimonials from Provence!


"Thank you so much for an amazing trip to Provence!  You made this a very special time for Chelsie and me.  We appreciate all that you did to show us such a fabulous time.  We loved the fun group, the wonderful dinners, the walks and all the cultural information.  And, I especially appreciate how special you made me feel on my 60th birthday!!  The Champagne was the perfect touch." Renee Jones, Houston, TX (Provence Tour)

 "Loved everything!!!  Marc's class, all of the wonderful meals, the calanques walk, the village walk, it was all INCREDIBLE!! Our guide and my over all experience was extra amazing! Thanks, it was everything I had hoped for!" Chelsie Jones, Brooklyn, NY (Provence Tour)

"Thank you for a great time in Provence, it was wonderful!  Petanque and dinner with the Chef at her home was especially memorable, as was the calanques hike!  We had great fun!!  Thank you again!" Dr. Don Ristad and Dr. Kent Cassidy, Wayzata, MN (Provence Tour)

"Loved it all!  You did such a great job!  Thank you for a fun week. You do your job very well!" Jerry and Helen Rosenthal, NY, NY (Provence Tour)

"Wonderful dinners and cooking classes! Everyone in the group was so much fun to be with, and our guide was just lovely! We had a great time.  Thank you!" Ruben and Peggy Shapiro, Bloomfield, CT (Provence Tour)

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Having Fun in Provence!!

This first full week of June has been amazing!  We've had the pleasure of spending the week with another fun group of travel guests.  We seem to always be blessed with wonderful travelers!  There has been lots of indulgence in gourmet Provencal food, pure enjoyment during cooking classes and magical moments during our walks throughout the trip.  We've also celebrated another birthday and anniversary together!











Saturday, June 4, 2011

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Back in Provence! Week of Gourmet Delights!!

It's the end of May and we're back in Provence for more fun, gourmet dining, beautiful walks and cooking classes!  We've had a blast this past week...not always cooperative weather for this time of year, but enough sun to enjoy the perks of Provence! Scroll down to read some guest comments we received.


"Thanks for this fabulous vacation in Provence.  From start to finish it has been the best!!  LOved the cooking classes, people and hotel breakfast.Marc's cooking class was an excellent combination of food, beauty and insight into how a family in FRance can live. Dinners were all amazing and the variation and settings were beautiful and delicious! The market and time in St. Remy was a favorite, and the calanques walk was awesome and thrilling.  We had a special trip will never forget Provence and our Ameri-French guide.  Thank you again for an awesome vacation!"  Until next time... Julia Sanders and mother Lois Parry, Philadelphia, PA (Provence Tour)

"Loved Marc's cooking class, dinner at the second chef's home, the calanques and Cassis village and especially the last dinner at the hide-a-way bistrot!  Our guide's knowledge, optimism, enthusiasm for Provence was an inspiration.  Thanks for a great week!" Paul and Helen McFadzien, Auckland, New Zealand (Provence Tour)

"Our guide was wonderful, helpful and friendly.  Thank you for helping me get a haircut!  The first twi days, especially the dinners, were my favorites of the trip.  Please contact me when your women's tours are posted. I would love to join one of them!"  Arla Cohen, Long Branch, NJ