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Where we'll be staying in Avignon
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The person we rented our apartment from last trip seems to have fallen off the face of the planet. We have decided to pursue a new apartment. It's much bigger than the one we stayed in last time and is again only a couple blocks from the city center, just the opposite direction from the last place. Situated in the historic centre of Avignon has retained its 18th century aristocratic charm while enjoying all the comforts of our present day. There are three bedrooms, each has its own full bathroom. That co...
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Avignon Logistics
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History of Avignon
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How about a quick history of Avignon. The area where Avignon now exists was first populated in the 10th century when the town of St. Andre formed around the St. Andre Abby. King Phillip the Fair chose the area as a key base for the Kingdom of France. The Avignon Bridge, known as the Pont Saint Bénezet ,provided the passageway between the Kingdom of France and the Empire. Avignon is known for it's Northern winds, they've even got a name: the Mistral. If you ever get lost in the countryside, among grov...
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Avignon Food & Wine
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Avignon and the surrounding areas are world famous for its fantastic fresh produce and meats. From artisanal cheeses, house made pates and forcemeats, to stall after stall of amazing fruits and veggies, we have some of the best food on Earth at our fingertips. Add to the mix a wonderful kitchen to work in, we have a recipe for a very special trip. By the way, never, EVER call a waiter Garcon. Its hugely insulting and will pretty much guarantee your removal from the table. Just blocks from our apartment i...
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Avignon Links and Resources
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Here's a link to our Avignon google group. This is our email list that will allow us all to communicate with one email address:. Http:/ groups.google.com/group/avignon2012? Nice site with overview of many attractions in Avignon:. Http:/ www.france-for-visitors.com/provence/avignon/index.html. Same as above for Villeneuve:. Http:/ www.france-for-visitors.com/provence/avignon/villeneuve-les-avignon.html. Another tourist site, drill in to find history of Avignon and information on many attractions:. Http:/ ...
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Welcome to Mon Avignon
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Where in the world are we going? Take a look at these couple of sites to get an idea of what's in store for your visit. TripAdvisor Avignon. I highly advise lurking on the Avignon forums. Lots of great info there that may just answer some of the questions you might have. Avignon-et-Provence. Good site on culture and travel, don't get overwhelmed! When are we going? March 28 - April 26, 2012. This allows mid week air travel which is cheaper and lighter in traffic. Where are we staying? That covers not onl...
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Avignon Survival Skills
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I picked up this textbook. For a class in KC. Looks like a decent book for building a basic knowledge base for the trip. I bought a used edition for 3 cents and it's easily worth double that! No really, its a great book. Speaking from experience, waiting until 4 months before departure just won't be enough to get any useful phrases. So, you don't need to be fluent. Here are a few key words and phrases to get you started. S'il vous plait (see voo play) - Please. De rien You are welcome. Most banks charge ...
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Stuff to do in and around Avignon
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Mark and Nita bill this tour as being the highlight of their trip. The guide, Francois, is not only exceptionally knowledgeable about wines of the region, but it's clear that he deeply cares for and loves the area. He's an endless supply of information as well as a charming and gifted teacher. We advise anyone interested in the wine tour thing do its early, early, early. Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes). Oh look, Nimes. Nimes is home to Jardins de la Fontaine, described as being one of the most bea...
