ONLINE: A Zoom invitation link will be sent the Friday before class begins.
Van Gogh, Gauguin, and Cezanne loved them. So will you – the colors, culture, and cuisine of Provence. Last fall, Gerlinda Melchiori took us on a journey to the Normandy Coast in Northern France. This spring, she leads us on a tour of southern France, primarily in the Provence region. We will visit famous historical sites such as the global port of Marseille, papal Avignon on the River Rhône, and the Toulon of Les Misérables, on the Mediterranean Coast. We will then walk the paths of the Impressionist painters, hike the steep canyons and vineyards, and view with joy the lavender landscapes of this exquisite region. And, we will do all of this without the millions of tourists who come here every year. Gerlinda Melchiori holds advanced degrees in history and business, and a doctorate in higher education management from the University of Michigan. She has served as an international consultant to universities around the world. Her special interests include the history and arts of regions and cultures worldwide.
