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“Lavender Lifestyle Tour 2026 The Emily’s Provence Lavender tour is a perfect blend of relaxation and education. Emily is an exceptional manager, historian, and cultural expert on the beautiful lands and people of Provence, France. The food, the scenery, the lodge, and each days’s surprise experiences are a delight. I wish everyone could visit this magical land. Judith McFarlane, Texas Emily crafted a delightful and relaxing tour replete with charming small towns, off the beaten path destinations (in one case, literally!), several once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, and, of course, lavender, lavender, lavender.  She clearly cares deeply about imparting a sense of the history and culture of Provence to her clients and enthusiastically shared her impressively large knowledge base with us.  …”

“Emily was absolutely incredible and one of the highlights of our trip to France! We spent a week with her as our private chauffeur, and from day one she felt more like a friend than a driver. She was always punctual, professional, and full of energy, but what truly set her apart was her ability to show us hidden gems and local experiences we never would have discovered on our own. Every day was seamless, fun, and completely stress-free. Her knowledge of the area, great personality, and genuine enthusiasm made our trip so much more memorable. We laughed, explored amazing off-the-beaten-path locations, and enjoyed experiences that went far beyond the typical tourist itinerary. If you’re visiting France and have the opportunity to work with Emily, don’t hesitate. She is simply the best, an…”

“Poppy Madness Tour 2027 This was my second trip with Emily ! Cannot wait for the third! Every detail was thoughtful, personal, and beautifully curated. Emily has a rare gift for creating experiences that make you feel less like a visitor and more like you’re truly living in Provence. From the charming villages to the unforgettable meals and peaceful countryside, everything felt authentic, effortless, and incredibly special. Lysa King, California From a cooking class to painting en plein air, walking through impossibly beautiful villages and gardens, eating divine tasting meals at charming restaurants and B&Bs and rambling through fields of poppies to get the perfect photo that would capture the joy of the moment (and that will forever remind me of it). This tour had it all and wa…”

“EMILY! A familiar shout out each morning as she arrived to lead us out on excursions throughout the Provence region. Emily Durand set up an itinerary that took us to many culture rich and diverse sites. She chose great lodging facilities in Avignon, Uzes, and a lovely and stunning B&B in Gordes. Every facility was top notched, centrally located, and extremely comfortable. Emily took care of all the details with these facilities and we didn’t have to worry about anything but enjoying our experience. She also selected our dining experiences..  brunches, lunches, dinner, wine and olive oil tastings, and picnics. All were excellent, and each and every dining event was a new experience in French cuisine and culture, tantalizing our senses along the way. As a guide, Emily is engaging an…”

“The Truffles, Wine, and Provencal Cuisine tour was fantastic.  Emily has an in-depth knowledge of Provence, and it shows.  From the accommodations to the daily excursions, everything was top-notch and well-planned.  We had a very small group, only 3 of us and Emily; it felt like we were on a fun girl’s trip.  She invited her son and husband to dine with us on several occasions, which made us feel like we were friends of the family.  The truffle tour was a unique, educational, and gourmet experience.  We experienced private tastings at top wineries and participated in wonderful cooking classes.  When dining out, we were able to choose from any menu item and enjoy a cocktail or local wine. One of the best parts of the trip is that it was off-season for places like Aix-in-Provence and Cassis…”