LIVING SIMPLY in FRANCE | Everyday Life in Aix en Provence

Stuck in a creative rut as I haven't been able to venture to new destinations in the south of France. I figured I'd show you everyday life in Aix-en-Provence and draw inspiration from the simple living here in this beautiful city.
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[@dianegriffith3006]

Hi Sam, I most recently came across your videos and I’m really hooked -your photography is excellent and the ambiance I feel each time I watch them are so soulful. I would love to live in one of those villages. Absolutely beautiful-thank you. 🌺🌞🌺

[@SamFournier]

What a lovely comment, thank you so much Diane💛 I’m so glad you enjoy them.

[@debduffey9335]

Visiting Aix-en-Provence in September and your videos are very inspiring and have helped us in our itinerary for our visit. Your cafe’s and restaurant reviews are very helpful too. Merci beaucoup, for your sweet insights. ❤🇫🇷

[@SamFournier]

So grateful to hear this, thank you so much! I know I need to jump on getting an itinerary video for Aix.

[@Nubianette]

I spent a hot, Sunday afternoon in Aix, mid June. I was staying in Marseille, and planned to go to Grasse, but my French nephew wanted to show me his university. I couldn’t pass up that experience. He’s now finishing in Marseille, since the university has expanded. Most of the shops were closed, but we had a nice lunch and I bought soap for myself, and colognes for my nephews in Panier des Sens. It was a nice, bougie getaway from Marseille. Hehe! It’s a beautiful city.

[@SamFournier]

Glad you got to visit Aix and see the beautiful city yourself ☺️ Sundays and Mondays here are definitely quieter, it’s when things are closed but you can still find quite a few things that are open.

[@brendam5356]

Bonjour Sam another lovely visit with you always a highlight of my week sharing the delish meals you enjoy your new book sounds like a page turner I too enjoy reading your brain rests and holding a smoochie kitten the perfect medicine surrounded by a lush garden Paul’s grandmother will love your gift the mint water sounds nice maybe mint leaves added😍👌Merci beaucoup always a pleasure Sam have a fabulous week bonjour to Paul💖🥰😘😘👌👌🌟🌟

[@SamFournier]

Salut Brenda! I’ll have to purchase a mint plant for my balcony, great idea.

[@tracyc1630]

I just love your videos, i want to move to france so badly, and watching these videos helps me realize that one day it can be possible..your so blessed..thank u for sharing your life there..

[@SamFournier]

Thank you so much Tracy, I’m so glad you enjoy them and I hope your dreams of moving to France soon become your reality ✨

[@tracyc1630]

Thank u Sam, it may take me alittle longer then i would like as i am Canadian so the money exchange will hurt so in the meantime, im so loving your vidoes so thank u again for sharing your life there,it will keep me going until one i get there

[@sushmitamazumdar8886]

I ve been watching ur videos since yesterday,,im already addicted to the wonderful content showing all the aspects of the place,,food,,culture,,weather,,,,just wow 😊

[@SamFournier]

Awww, thank you so much 🥰 I’m so glad you’re enjoying all the videos.

[@flgirl9128]

I'm a little late watching your video but I justed wanted to tell you I always enjoy them. Thank you for taking us out so we can enjoy France from a distance. I visited there many years ago and just loved it especially the outdoor markets

[@SamFournier]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I’m so glad I can take you for a virtual escape to France! The outdoor markets are my favorite too!

[@woodshed_moments]

The Aix-En-Provence is my favorite region in France, right off the côte d' azure.... lovely

[@SamFournier]

❤️❤️❤️

[@AnastasiaKonstantinova]

Оо вы такая атмосферная 😍🙌

[@kerainfrance]

Love this one! The content is you and how you see the world... and it just so happens you live in a stunning and charming city! I can't wait to try that vegan restaurant! ❤

[@SamFournier]

Thank you Kera! It does help to be inspired by the beautiful city we live in!

[@raulespinoza9987]

Wonderful Vlog. These are the videos that you make that i love to watch. Showing the everyday life of living in france.

[@SamFournier]

Thanks Rocco! Always appreciate your support and glad you enjoy watching the everyday life☺️

[@lindahamptonsmith]

One of your lovliest vlogs. A relaxing and delicious visual feast. Thank you. ❤

[@SamFournier]

Wow, thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed it.

[@myveganprovence]

Nice and refreshing video of the summer in Aix. Tip for the sirop de menthe: you need to put more until the water turns green 😋

[@SamFournier]

I think it would be too strong for me if I put more 😂 it’s definitely a favorite here, always see people drinking it on the terraces.

[@FrenchCountryLife]

I always love your vlogs Sam! Always so nicely shot and edited. Like you, I also tell myself I always film the same things… but I guess our subscribers and viewers like our channel because of the videos we make, so they enjoy that content even if it feels repetitive to us. And again, I am so jealous of the many vegan places you find! Oooh Fragonard, one of the three big perfume makers of Grasse! And ooooh the kitty!!! 😍 Thanks for this video!

[@SamFournier]

Thank you Marloes, I guess you’re right because I adore all your videos and seeing the French countryside as it’s so relaxing and never feel like it’s the same. So grateful to have some vegan spots here, hopefully more will come to your area.

[@kellyburke7009]

Your vlogs have such nice pacing. Not too rushed, not over the top. Interesting music. More little shots of pets out and about, birds and things, would be fun to see (says the animal lover🙂).

[@SamFournier]

You’re my kind of person. I’m a huge animal lover myself so knowing people appreciate them as much as I do makes me happy! Will try to capture more of my furry and feathered friends for you.

[@berlinbeachkat4878]

I am not getting tired of you taking us along your excursions around Aix or surroundings at all. I really appreciate the way you film. Slow, with some stops, like the beautiful door, to have a chance to take it all in and enjoy. The kitten cuddling up with you ❤❤❤❤.

[@SamFournier]

So glad to hear this, thank you. Love a good French door😍

[@shawncheney1496]

I have a feeling that many Americans are familiar with that area because of the movie A Good Year. I believe it was shot in Gordes.

[@SamFournier]

I’ve done a couple of videos in Gordes, it’s a very popular area. I even got to see it in 2020 when it was completely empty and no tourists. Also love that movie!

[@davidmylam2753]

A beautiful video thank you. I'm going between June and August with my golden retriever. Can't wait. Would you mind telling me what that beautiful song was I tried to write down the lyrics on google it but I couldn't find it. It seemed to say in the middle am I one of those crazy people should I stay here or should I let go thank you

[@SamFournier]

Hi David, I love that you’re bringing your pup with you. Lots of doggies in Aix 😍 so he or she will fit right in. The song is by Kylie Dailey "The Middle" I use a lot of her songs in my videos, I love her voice.

[@samaguirre6461]

I imagine some used book stores might not necessarily cater to English speaking consumers but I do love used books. Especially those with notes. Almost like a pen pal!? One of these days we should put one together for us to stay connected ...so you're only far away by miles but not in spirit!

[@SamFournier]

If I could get used books here in English I would totally do so! That’s such a good idea… although I never write in my books 🤣🤣🤣

[@CynthiaAva]

This is where I dream to retire someday.

[@SamFournier]

It's such a beautiful place to call home, I hope one day you will make this dream your reality!

[@shawncheney1496]

Btw. Your Vids are so well shot, it's as if you've worked in Hollywood.

[@SamFournier]

Wow, thank you for this huge compliment!

[@caminodetokio4816]

Oh, you’re reading Mieko Kawakami’s “Breast and Eggs”. The Japanese original title is “夏物語” (Natsu Monogatari) which means “A Summer Story” in English. One more thing, her breaking-through short story’s title is “乳の卵” (Chichi to Ran) which means “Breast and Eggs” in English. (^_^) So, I guess she wrote that long novel based on her breaking-through short story, which made her famous and popular in Japan.

[@SamFournier]

Love all these little facts you have for me. It’s perfect to read for summer!

[@michelesauret7779]

Parlez nous en français et a achetez vos livres en français : un sujet à traiter qui m'intéresse. Je n'ai pas eu l'occasion de vous entendre, vous devez avoir progressé ?

[@SamFournier]

Je suis trop timide pour parler français devant la caméra. J'ai progressé mais j'ai encore besoin d'y travailler. J'ai un livre en français qui m'intéresse mais je n'ai pas pu l'ouvrir, merci pour les encouragements.

[@norbertfontaine8524]

@@SamFournier 👍

[@nirvab.1667]

How is the weather during October?

[@SamFournier]

It’s an in between season where there is rain and some days with sunshine.

[@norbertfontaine8524]

I heard that the price of orange juice is increasing because of bad crops in orange orchards in Florida. So maybe people will fall back on syrup which is much cheaper. 🙂

[@SamFournier]

Haha, I need to introduce my family to the syrups when I go home to visit. I’m interested to see how much they cost back in the US.