The striking hilltop town of Gordes in Provence, France.

20 reasons to visit Provence

Provence is one of the most beautiful regions of France. Here's 20 things to do while you're there.

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Oman sailing on Azzura.

Big days out

Among a wealth of short forays in fascinating places, Traveller picks some of its favourites.

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Provence

Climb every mountain

Cycling through the glorious Provence countryside, Alison Stewart discovers the hard way that those venturing downhill must go up again.

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vanGogh

Strokes of sadness

Van Gogh's retreat in Provence is a homage to his final works, writes Janet Rogers.

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