There are places you visit, and places that quietly change you. For Anne, Provence did exactly that, and it’s why travelers who arrive here with UnTours quickly feel they’re seeing the region from the inside out, not just passing through. Anne has lived in Provence for more than 35 years. Raised in Paris and…
Some UnTours stories read like postcards. Others feel like cherished family lore. And then there are a few, like the one shared by longtime UnTourists Judy and George W., that remind us what made UnTours’ founder, Hal Taussig, so special. Because for all the wisdom Hal poured into creating a new way to travel,…
You’re wandering through the stunning ancient hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence, your Pernes-la-Fontaine apartment just a scenic drive away, when you stumble upon something that transforms your understanding of art itself. This is exactly what happened to long-time UnTourists, Warren and Helenka Wiscombe, during their 2019 UnTour in Provence—a discovery that perfectly captures the magic…
There’s something truly magical about European Christmas traditions. While the twinkling lights and festive markets may seem familiar, each country weaves its own unique cultural threads into the tapestry of holiday celebrations. As we embrace the spirit of slowing down and truly experiencing a place, let’s explore some of the most fascinating Christmas customs that…
With explosions of color and soft floral aromas, spring in Europe is a festival for the senses. There is a long list of options when it comes to celebrating this season of rebirth—some well-known, others off the beaten path. Here are some of our favorites. The Patios Festival in Cordoba, Spain For one week in…
I like wine. And when the cork on a bottle of wine is popped in Provence, it’s an occasion. The moment is made. I also like to travel. New places, new friends, new tastes and smells. It brings my senses to the surface and makes my brain buzz with delight and curiosity. Traveling to a place…
As long as there has been a Paris, there has been life on the Ile de la Cité. Though many of the buildings on the island were demolished during the Haussmann era, vestiges of the foundations and walls from homes dating back 2,000 years can be found in the crypt just near the Notre Dame…
Our UnTours Foundation Co-CEO Jonathan Coleman recently returned from his first UnTour trip, and his first time ever visiting Switzerland and France. Here he shares his first impression of Paris. I arrived in Paris on a train from Basel by way of Strasbourg. For the last leg of the trip, I had the bad luck…
Our UnGuide Anne in Provence shares one of her favorite traditions that dates back centuries: the “Galette des Rois” (Kings’ Cake). This flaky pastry, typically filled with almond cream, is enjoyed during the Epiphany celebration, shortly after the New Year. The guest who finds the “fève” in their piece is considered lucky. Would you like to make your own? Here’s…
We love France, as you probably can tell by the way we tout our popular UnTour programs there in Paris, Provence, and Alsace. But we love all of France, and some areas are best explored by water. That is why several years ago we started partnering with Savoir Vivre to offer barge cruises in France….
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