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South of France Itinerary with Kids 🇫🇷 𝐒 South of France Itinerary with Kids 🇫🇷 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 STOP 1: FRENCH RIVIERA
⭐️Fly directly into Nice or take train from major cities like Parish ⭐️Stay 5 nights at @royalrivieria for perfect blend of luxury + family friendly Don’t miss - ⭐️Paloma Beach club (great beach and good on site food) ⭐️Villa Rothschild (beautiful gardens) ⭐️Eze - hilltop town with breathtaking views. Make dinner reservations at @lachevredor or go for drink. It has the most breathtaking views ⭐️Stroll along docks at Villafranche Sur me (I also really wanted to see Antibes but we didn’t make it this trip). STOP 2 - MOUSTIERS SAINTE MARIE / VALENSOLE ⭐️Next, we road-tripped inland, stopping in Saint Paul de Vence ⭐️Stayed 4 nights at Bastide de Marie, using it as a base to explore ⭐️Verdon Gorge - make boat reservations ahead of time ⭐️Lavender fields (end of June/early July) ⭐️Cliffside town of Moustiers Saint Marie — don’t miss doing the hike up to the church. Incredible valley views! (15 min hike). 
STOP 3: LUBERON VALLEY / SURROUNDING AREAS 
⭐️We ended the vacation with 7 nights at a private villa for a multigenerational stay.
⭐️This villa had it all: room to spread out, 22 m pool, beautiful grounds for kids to explore, private chefs, and a dreamy Provençal setting.
We explored nearby towns like ⭐️Gordes - Have dinner at @airiellesgordes ⭐️I’isle Sur La Sorgue - knwon for antiquing ⭐️Saignon - Have dinner at Le Jardin Sur La Toit ⭐️Roussillon- The town is a breathtaking orange color. Do the Les Sentier des Ocres hike- quick and easy with kids. ⭐️Lourmarin - best market and charming village ⭐️Les Baux de Provence - castle ruins + cave light show = kid favorite
 ❤️ 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 @𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬! #southoffranceitinerary #familytravel #travelwithkids #luxurytravel #frenchrivierawithkids #provencewithkids
WHERE MY CLIENTS ARE HEADED FOR A SUMMER VACATION WHERE MY CLIENTS ARE HEADED FOR A SUMMER VACATION WITH KIDS From a Puglian villa in Italy celebrating a multigenerational reunion to a graduation trip in Costa Rica… my clients are headed all over the world this summer! And the best part — they saved money by booking through me. Here’s what my clients receive:
✔️ Lowest rate
✔️ Free breakfast for 2 adults daily
✔️ $100 USD spend credit (one client scored a $1,000 credit!)
✔️ Upgrades if available (one client received a quadruple upgrade!)
✔️ Early check-in / late check-out if available And it didn’t cost them a dime extra to have me find the best rate and add these perks. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 📍Auberge Susurros
Great for: Multigen/family trips. Low-key luxury with a wellness vibe.
Special because: Every room has an ocean view. Coffee delivered to your room daily, any way you like it. Personal butlers. 📍Cliff House Maine
Great for: Families craving an idyllic Northeast summer escape — lobster rolls, ocean views, and a kid-friendly vibe.
Special because: Spacious rooms (many with ocean views), a top-notch spa, and easy access to the cutest Maine towns. 📍Four Seasons Costa Rica
Great for: Adventure-loving families who want both jungle and beach — without sacrificing comfort.
Special because: Two swimmable beaches, renovated kids’ club, fantastic food, and service that goes above and beyond. 📍Puglian Villa with @thethinkingtraveller
Great for: Multigenerational groups wanting privacy and flexibility — with hotel-level service.
Special because: Concierge arranges private chefs, wine tastings, beach days, and even pizza-making for the kids. 📍Four Seasons Maui
Great for: Families who want a mix of adventure and luxury.
Special because: Incredible pools (including a kids’ one with a waterslide), great dining, and unforgettable nature excursions. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ‘𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫’ 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐕𝐈𝐏 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞) #summervacationwithkids #familytravel #luxurytravel #aubergehotels #fourseasons #italytravel #mexicotravel #hawaiitravel
❌UNPOPULAR OPINION: GORDES IS NOT WORTH THE HYPE ❌UNPOPULAR OPINION: GORDES IS NOT WORTH THE HYPE😳 When I first started planning our South of France vacation, every photo I saw featured Gordes — and it IS stunning. Perched on a hilltop with dreamy views over the Luberon Valley, it looks like the ultimate Provencal village. I pictured myself waking up in a charming town, grabbing croissants from a local boulangerie, browsing markets, and wandering through cobblestone streets with the kids. But I’m so glad I was advised not to stay there — because once I finally visited Gordes, I understood why. Yes, it’s visually striking. But the town itself feels sparse — very few shops, limited dining, and not much to do beyond snapping a few photos. It felt more like a postcard than a place to stay awhile. The one exception? The luxury hotel Airelles Gordes, La Bastide — absolutely worth it if you’re booking a splurge-worthy stay. The hotel is a destination in itself. But if you’re choosing a villa or a base to explore the region, here are the towns that truly deliver:
🇫🇷Lourmarin
🇫🇷Roussillon
🇫🇷Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
🇫🇷Les Baux-de-Provence
🇫🇷Moustiers-Sainte-Marie Have you been to Gordes? Do you agree? Let me know below 👇 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 #southoffrancevacation #familytravel #provencewithkids #luxuryfamilytravel #TRAVELTIPS
Ranking the best towns in Provence to visit with k Ranking the best towns in Provence to visit with kids—and which one to skip. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 Towns #1-4 were all top favorites for me — but ranking them based on what they offered for families traveling with young kids. 1. MOUSTIERS-SAINTE- MARIE 
✔️ A hidden gem tucked into the cliffs
✔️ Hike to the church at the top for stunning views
✔️ Just 5 minutes from the Verdon Gorge - rent a boat for a few hours on the lake 2. LES BAUX-DE-PROVENCE 
✔️ One of the best towns in Provence for history lovers
✔️ Kids can explore the ruins, then catch the immersive light show at Carrières de Lumières 3. ROUSSILLON
✔️ The ochre trail hike was a highlight—easy, colorful, and kid-friendly
✔️ Great local shops and cafés in town 4. LOUMARIN
✔️ One of the best towns in Provence for strolling and shopping. Cute toy stores!
✔️ Don’t miss summer market day (Friday) 5. SAINT- REMY-DE-PROVENCE 
✔️ Popped in for an hour and saw the charm, but we admittedly rushed this town. ✔️ There is a cute carousel in town for kids
 ✔️ Next time I want to see: Van Gogh’s asylum walk, Roman ruins
 6. L’ISLE SUR LA SORGE
✔️ Went on market day—beautiful but way too crowded
✔️ Known for antique shops and riverside cafés
✔️ Would go back on a quieter day to have the kids explore the canal 7. SAIGNON 
✔️ Tiny, peaceful village with sweeping lavender views - good for kids in that it’s fun to explore but not overwhelming 
✔️ No shops, just beautiful and quaint 
✔️ Book dinner at Le Jardin Sur La Toit —an unforgettable setting and great food. ❌ OVERRATED– One I’d Skip Next Time GORDES
✖️ The iconic view of Gordes is stunning— you’ll defiantly want to pull over and take some photos. But the town itself felt underwhelming and a bit deserted.
✔️ If you go, have dinner at La Bastide de Gordes for the view. The kids can run around the beautiful green yard next to the pool. 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 #besttownsinprovence #familytravel #provencewithkids
Come check out this luxury family villa in Provenc Come check out this luxury family villa in Provence. Moms- I knew I had you at “laundry room” 😂 📌𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩 ✔️ Sleeps 14
✔️ 7 ensuite bedrooms
✔️ Private pool house with remodeled bedroom + a private ground-floor suite (great option for grandparents!)
✔️ 22m heated pool with electric safety cover
✔️ Giant yard, gardens, bocce court, and plenty of space for kids to roam
✔️ Optional daily cleaning + breakfast + private chef dinners — because parents need a vacation too This villa was made for multigenerational and group travel.
We traveled with grandparents, uncles and aunts — and it still felt incredibly spacious. Every little detail — from the layout to the amenities — was designed with family comfort in mind. Located in Oppède, we were a quick drive to Gordes, Menerbes, Isle Sur la Sorgue… and took day trips to Roussillon, Lourmarin, Saint-Rémy, and Les Baux. 💸 Peak summer rate: ~€23,000/week
Split between a few families? = a total steal compared to a luxury 5 star hotel in Provence. If you’re planning a group trip to the South of France, this luxury family villa needs to be on your radar.
 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 “𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚” 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 #luxuryfamilyvilla #luxuryfamilytravel #provencevilla #multigenerationaltravel
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