From Provençal markets at dawn to hilltop villages in the South, these stories explore the France that exists off the tourist map — unhurried, authentic, and deeply worth your time.
There are places that instantly quiet your mind — where beauty and simplicity seem to exist in perfect harmony. For me, one of those places is Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a hilltop village in the South of France that feels suspended in time.
And What to Do When You Get There There’s a particular kind of magic to Piedmont, Italy. It’s not the loud, showy kind—it’s the kind that unfolds slowly, one fog-draped hill at a time. Located in the northwest corner of
I’m Marie Leiter, the blogger and author behind freedomalwaysblog.com and I invite you to join me on an unforgettable journey aboard the AmaWaterways Rhine and Moselle Splendors river cruise in October 2025. As the crisp autumn air sweeps across the
Every Wednesday morning, the town comes alive with the bustling market in the town center.
Every Wednesday morning, the town comes alive with the bustling market in the town center.
Take a journey through the stunning lavender fields of Provence and experience the beauty of this beloved region in France.