Could someone send me the famed Provence itinerary? Thanks so much. carol

What is your email address?

I emailed stu for you.

If you want my itinerary, e-mail me at [email protected] & I'll send a copy

Stu Dudley

Thanks all - this forum is awesome. Our first trip to Europe was in 1992 and we took our two kids for a month. Planning for that trip was tedious and a little scary. Since then I"ve been back 3 times and because of the internet each time it gets easier and easier...again, thanks. carol

stu:
How do I get a copy of your Provence Itinerary. This is my first time on this website and Im feeling like a fish out of water

I just learned how to post my itinerary to Fodors so that it can get uploaded. If you have trouble, e-mail me at [email protected] & I'll attach one to the reply e-mail.

Stu Dudley

Thank you so very much Stu. All of this information is so very wonderful. You are a saint. St. Frances, I would say. Thank you again.
Your Fan,
Jewelynn

I was born in St Francis hospital in San Francisco - both named after St Francis of Assisi.

I have itineraries for other regions in France also - along with one for Italy with a heavy dose of Tuscany.

Stu Dudley

I hope Stu takes this in the spirit in which this intended. I don't mean to cavil and criticize, and I have great respect and admiration for the enormous work he has put in over the years, in producing his itineraries and generously giving lots of time to questions posed on this forum. However, I do want to raise one point.

Although I haven't had the luxury of spending as much time in France as he has, I have nonetheless spent the equivalent of somewhere between one and two years in France in total. As I look over his comments, I find that I don't always agree with his evaluations. That doesn't make me right and him wrong; it just means people admire and look for different things. For example, he didn't enjoy the drive around the base of Mont Ste Victoire, outside Aix; I love it, esp. the south side, where you are right at the base and can appreciate the beauty and enormity of the rock, rising from vineyards and fields. I've also been there when an unexpected thunderstorm brought lowering clouds that covered the top of the mountain, rendering it mystical and misty at the same time. On the north side, there is an interesting dam, at Bimont, that affords spectacular views of the mountain;the terrain is very different from that on the south but also quite beautiful. The village of Vauvenargues is where Picasso lived for three years and where he is buried; his chateau is outside the village, which is quiet and appealing for a brief stroll.

There are a number of other examples I could give, but I think I've made my point. By all means take advantage of the enormous wealth of information Stu offers, but recognize that his likes and dislikes are personal, and check out multiple sources before you decide what appeals to you.

Jewelynn,
Didja' get my PM response?

I am done. The end.