When I wrote The Promise of Provence, it never occurred to me that an opportunity like this trip would arise. I’m a writer. I love what I do and my greatest reward is hearing from readers. As you know from this blog, I also love to travel. To combine these two loves in my life is beyond exhilarating, so please excuse me if my excitement is showing!
Susan Sommers is a fellow author and my partner in our Sommers & Sands speaking engagements. She is also my very good friend. A non-fiction writer, her latest book is Power Source for Women:Proven Fitness Tools, Strategies and Success Stories. If you are looking for realistic ways to get yourself in shape, it’s the book for you.
Women’s stories comprise the common element in our writing. Sharing these stories is what inspires and motivates us. That’s why we had no hesitation in joining forces with Debbie Ross and her fabulous Women’s Travel Network. Debbie and her enthusiastic, knowledgable, team of tour leaders love to help women make their travel dreams come true. They listen to where their clients would like to travel and then plan the trip of a lifetime to that destination.
She knew she had clients who wanted to visit Provence and the Côte d’Azur.
She knows how much time I have spent in that part of the world and how I love to share it with friends.
Say no more!
I’ve been thrilled to hear from women who said they are coming because they read my novel. How much fun is that? Check with your BFFs, your daughters, your mothers, your sisters or simply come on your own. It’s going to be magnifique!
11 days, 14 women, memories to last forever!
In a last-minute telephone conversation with Debbie last night, she let me know this new information. Woohoo!
June 12 to June 22, 2014 Only a few spots available!
2nd Tour Added! June 25 – July 05, 2014
French Riviera & Provence
June 12 – June 22, 2014
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Only 5 spots left!
Greetings!
Join novelist Patricia Sands and visit the charming towns depicted in her newest novel The Promise of Provence.
Patricia writes about Katherine’s experiences in Provence and her eagerness to feel renewed by her surroundings: endless rows of lavender and fields of sunflowers flow in golden waves among vineyards and olive groves overlooked by ancient hilltop villages.
Our tour co-leader, Susan Sommers, is a “Fitness over 45” Motivational Speaker and Strategist, two-time Marathoner (at 61 & 63), and co-author of Power Source for Women. During your daily outings in Provence, Susan will show you how easy it is to take 10,000 steps while enjoying exquisite scenery.
It’s the picture perfect place to become passionate about fitness.
Enjoy the cultural, historic and natural heritage of Nice & Provence during our visits of Eze, Monaco, Les Baux, St Remy, Arles and Avignon to name a few. Take a stroll through the local market brimming with spices, fruits, veggies and local wares. Visit one of the best-preserved Roman ampitheatres “Les Arenes” where bullfights still carry on the tradition. Learn the secrets of French Provencial cuisine during a hands on cooking class. Taste fine wines, indulge in gourmet meals, and relax in the warmth of the Provencial sunshine.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Depart Toronto or other gateway
Day 02: Arrive in Nice
Day 03: Eze, Monaco
Day 04: Nice
Day 05: St Paul de Vence, Grasse
Day 06: Avignon
Day 07: Cooking class
Day 08: Les Baux, St Remy
Day 09: Arles
Day 10: The Luberon, Roussilon, Bonnieux
Day 11: Depart to Toronto or other city.
Patricia Sands lives in Toronto, Canada when she isn't somewhere else, particularly the south of France. With a happily blended family of seven adult children and, at last count, six grandchildren, life is full and time is short. Beginning with her first Kodak Brownie camera at the age of six, she has told stories all of her life through photography. Much to her surprise a few years ago, she began to write and has now published three novels, including two that are part of a six-book series set in the south of France. Love France? Love her work! Check out her website www.patriciasandsauthor.com She is particularly drawn to the rewarding friendships of women and the challenges many embrace once their families are grown. "It's never too late to begin something new," she enthuses. "As the saying goes, just do it!"
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13 thoughts on “Come to France with us next June!”
I am one of the 14 and can’t wait. I am reading your book now.
Patricia – You have an incredible line-up. If Tom were well, I’d be with you in a heart-beat. I love France and almost everything about it. You are going to have such a fab time.
I am drooling. Budget wise, it’s not in the cards for me now, but I’m elated for you! What a wonderful trip, you’re going to have a blast! I can’t wait to see pictures!
You have a lot of travel ahead of you in the years to come, Jess. I have no doubt you will make it over there at some point. I loved reading about your recent trip with your parents. What a lovely daughter you are!
Susan Sommers is a fellow author and my partner in our Sommers & Sands speaking engagements. She is also my very good friend. A non-fiction writer, her latest book is Power Source for Women:Proven Fitness Tools, Strategies and Success Stories. If you are looking for realistic ways to get yourself in shape, it’s the book for you.
Patricia Sands 
I am one of the 14 and can’t wait. I am reading your book now.
Hello Elizabeth! Wonderful news! We are going to have the finest of times!
This sounds like a great trip! Now, if only I was a woman…..
Looks like a fun itinerary.
It’s going to be such a good trip! You have permission to come along with us on my blog!
Patricia – You have an incredible line-up. If Tom were well, I’d be with you in a heart-beat. I love France and almost everything about it. You are going to have such a fab time.
Sheri, we will take you with us in spirit on the blog. You would be a most welcome addition to the tour.
I am drooling. Budget wise, it’s not in the cards for me now, but I’m elated for you! What a wonderful trip, you’re going to have a blast! I can’t wait to see pictures!
You have a lot of travel ahead of you in the years to come, Jess. I have no doubt you will make it over there at some point. I loved reading about your recent trip with your parents. What a lovely daughter you are!
LOL. They may beg to differ. I think they had fun. 🙂
Sounds like a wonderful trip! Wish I could afford it (and I’d have to join you from Europe, of course). 🙂
We would love to have you join us … either in person or on the blog. Either way it will be great fun! Lucky you for already being over there!
Glad to see Nice is on list. Hope ye have a great time, Its a wonderful idea!
Wow, that sounds amazing!