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Everyone is back at work or school after the break in late October. Most school-aged children have two weeks of holidays that include Halloween, and they return to school after la Toussaint (All Saints). In a recent article, Virginie shares the Toussaint traditions, which may include visiting a cemetery to pay your respects to departed family members. Virginie says yes, Halloween is a "thing" in France!
Instagram might lead you to believe that Provence and the Côte d'Azur is all about poolside rosé and beach chairs by the Mediterranean. However, there is quite a change in the seasons, and by November, it is autumn. Inland from the coast, the morning temperatures are crisp, cool enough to catch your breath. The sun warms the air with some success, but the temperature drop is often dramatic when a mistral blows. However, the fall is a great time to visit the Camargue (the mosquitos are gone), and many bird species remain. Gayle Padgett shared details from their visit to see pink flamingos in the Rhône River delta.
November is a terrific time to visit museums and art galleries, and you can enjoy the exhibitions without the crowds. Lynne at Aixcentric recommends visiting Musée Regards de Provence, where they are featuring the foundation's collection and the 25th anniversary of the museum. However, suppose you are more interested in wine than art. In that case, Göran Boman shares tips for wine tasting in the region, and November is a terrific period as the winemakers' busiest period of the year is over.
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Have a colourful weekend,
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