During his presidency half a century ago, François Mitterrand had a discreet village hideaway built in Provence’s Luberon Valley, where he would spend holidays holed up with his secret second family.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Gordes, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Located in the Provence region, in the heart of the Luberon mountains, Gordes offers stunning panoramic views ...

Set in the heart of Provence, Gordes is one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, offering visitors stunning views and historic charm. Nestled in the Luberon mountains, this medieval village is ...

I will do my best to keep the hyperbole to sensible levels – but I can’t make any promises. However, I challenge anyone to stay at the impossibly splendid La Bastide de Gordes hotel and spa in the ...

Situated on a hilltop in Provence, Gordes is frequently included on lists of most beautiful villages in France. Think cicadas chirping, the smell of lavender, a glass of pale rosé among perfectly ...

With scenery straight out of Beauty and the Beast, the storybook villages of France's Luberon region have been a source of inspiration to everyone from Marc Chagall to Peter Mayle. From crumbling ...

Forget sun-drenched villas and lavender-scented soap. The real Provence, stripped of its summer tourists and Instagram filters, reveals itself from October to April. This is when you'll find truffle ...

THE world’s most beautiful village is just a short flight from the UK – and is home to some amazing sights and unique tours. Europe is home to some pretty special places, one of which has been put ...