We are first time visitors to France and the Provence Region. It seemed the best idea to have an English speaking guide inform us more of this area and even though we had a hire car, it was wonderful to relax with my husband and let someone else do the driving and all the while inform us as to where... More

We really can't add too much more to all of the glowing reviews of Marlene except you'll feel you made a new friend instead of a hired tour guide. Now the trick will be reserving far enough in advance to have the opportunity tour with her - so plan early! The best of the best! More

Marlene picked our group of four promptly at our Hotel in Avignon. We stopped to take pictures of the beautiful poppy fields on our way to Roussillon. We also visited the towns of Gordes and Lacoste. She is very warm, knowledgable and passionate in her work. We would of liked to spend more time with her visiting some of the... More

We could not think of one way to improve our day with Marlene. Everything was perfect..even the unexpected meeting with Finn! Go with Marlene, you will not be disappointed!! More

Marlene's engaging and warm personality and her insight and knowledge of Provence provided our group with an incredible five days. In St. Remy with her masterful assistance maneuvering the market' spectacular views at the medieval castle in Les Baux de Provence; Avignon, absorbing the history of the century of the Pope's stay; olive oil tasting; on our last day a... More

Spent a delightful day last week with Marlene, who tailored a tour to meet our specific requirements, but allowed for that unexpected flexibility, like a picnic lunch in a field picked up from vendors in the market in one of the Provence villages. Just perfect! I think the trick was Marlene's pride in her native region, married together with the... More

Just returned from a trip to Provence and one of our favorite days was our day with Marlene. We had a memorable drive to our first stop for a wine and chocolate pairing:),then we enjoyed a drive through Chateauneuf-du-Pape and a couple of fun wine tastings. She was very informative about the area and the wine. We had a wonderful... More

Marlene is charming, extremely knowledgeable and packs a world of surprises into a wonderful tour. I highly recommend her for showing you an insiders, local view that you just don't get that often. More

My boyfriend and I spent 4 days in Avignon, and wanted a relaxed, half day of tasting at a few vineyards in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Our travel agency set us up with Marlene, and we are so extremely happy they did!!! Being a native of Avignon, Marlene is very enthusiastic, passionate and educated about her region and the wines produced there. It... More