Arles

Where can you find Roman architecture and Spanish bullfighting within a French setting? You’ll discover these pan-European influences in the lovely provencale town of Arles.

With its 2000 year-old restored Amphitheatre, one definitely gets a Roman vibe in Arles. And because it hosts concerts, plays, and Bullfights - it is also reminiscent, of course of Spain. But walking around its streets and enjoying the blue skies in the open air cafes and restaurants, you are unmistakably in the south of France.

Arles also has its fair share of other beautiful historical structures, from its cathedral to its municipal square. While beautiful, it certainly isn’t unexpected to find such Instasgram worthy vistas in this town with so much history. Why not add a totally different landscape and experience and book a Camargue Safari (www.camargue.com)?

The 4-hour tour in an open top jeep is quite well-done with knowledgeable guides (who speak English very well) giving details of the area’s flora and fauna and local customs. You’ll learn about the famed white horses, white, black and red rice, and the Camargue cross.

Arles is a distinct French experience with hints of Rome and Madrid. Ole!