This is the South of France that shaped Gaby, and the one she wants to share with you.
Gaby first came to France for a year, but she fell in love with the South and stayed over a decade. Seven of those years were in Montpellier, where she taught high school, cycled to the beach, and discovered the kind of beauty that lives in everyday rhythms: sun-soaked afternoons, slow dinners, vibrant markets, and landscapes that have inspired centuries of artists.
Now she's inviting you into that world. Six days between Marseille and Provence, moving through limestone calanques and open countryside, tasting local wines and painting in the fields that inspired Cézanne, riding horses through the wild beauty of the Camargue, and gathering around tables where the food is seasonal and the conversations linger.
It's intimate, intentional, and rooted in the places that still feel like home to her.
[What makes this trip special]
❶ Rooted in real relationship
ESPEERIA is a registered French travel operator rooted in the South. The experiences come from years of relationships: trusted guides, familiar farmers, people who've worked this land for generations.
❷ Gaby's South, lived and shared
This trip reflects the South of France as Gaby truly knows it. Her insight shapes where you go and how you spend your time. ESPEERIA's local network makes it real.
❸ Thoughtful travelers, shared rhythms
Small groups of like-minded people who value slow mornings, unhurried meals, and the kind of connections that form when there's space to breathe.
[This trip is perfect for]
- Travelers who value depth over speed
- People drawn to art, food, and the kind of beauty that lives in everyday moments
- Those who'd rather spend an afternoon painting in the countryside than rushing between landmarks
- Anyone ready to slow down, connect with like-minded people, and experience the South of France as it's meant to be lived
[Trip highlights]
- Kayaking through the Calanques to hidden coves and turquoise water
- Wine tasting in Cassis paired with a seaside lunch
- Wandering the vibrant market in Aix-en-Provence
- Painting en plein air in the countryside that inspired Cézanne
- Hands-on cooking workshop with seasonal ingredients
- Horseback riding through the wild landscapes of the Camargue
- Staying in a private villa by the sea with a pool
- Slow mornings, long dinners, and time to simply be
[Accommodation & Room Categories]
For this trip, we will be staying in a private villa located in the beautiful neighborhood of Roucas Blanc in Marseille.
Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the villa offers a unique setting combining comfort and lifestyle, with a swimming pool, sauna, spa, and our beloved chef preparing fresh, seasonal dishes throughout the stay.
The villa features a total of 8 rooms, divided into 5 accommodation categories:
All rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
For visuals of the villa atmosphere, please refer to the main images in the trip section.
For any questions or preferences, we’ll be happy to discuss them during the meet & greet following your application.
From
September 11, 2026
To
September 16, 2026
Travelers
10 - 16
Marseille, Calanques, Cassis, Aix-en Provence, Camargues, Porquerolles
.avif)
I’m a Venezuelan-American content creator based in France. I originally came for one year as a language assistant, teaching English in a small city in central France — but I ended up falling completely in love with the country and never left.
I later moved to Montpellier, where I spent seven years. I studied there, became a high school English teacher, and spent my free time cycling to the beach, enjoying the sun, and discovering the beauty of everyday life in the South. It’s such a vibrant, underrated place, and I can’t wait to share some of my favorite spots through this trip.
Later on, I worked in marketing for a U.S. tech startup before building my own path through content creation. I now live in Paris, sharing my life in France through storytelling and everyday moments.
I’m especially excited to bring people back to the South — to the places that shaped me and still feel like home.
Language:
English, Spanish, French and some Italian too
Favorite Place:
Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, Isla Margarita, Ischia
What she likes:
Reading, exploring, great food, the sea, and anything under the sun
Find trips that fit a flexible lifestyle
Bienvenue à Marseille
Arrival in Marseille and transfer to our villa by the sea. After check-in, the afternoon is yours to settle into the rhythm: a swim, a walk along the coast, or simply time to rest. As evening falls, we gather for a welcome dinner at the villa — our first moment together, shaped by seasonal flavors and the soft Mediterranean light.
.avif)
Calanques Kayaking · Cassis Wine Tasting
A slow morning at the villa. Late morning, a trip to the Calanques, where limestone cliffs meet clear water. Kayaking to Port-Pin, moving between hidden coves and quiet swims. Lunch in Cassis, paired with local wines. The evening unfolds at the villa with a cozy dinner, shared conversations, slower rhythms.
.avif)
Aix Market · Watercolor Painting · Cooking Workshop
A gentle morning begins with Pilates at the villa. The group heads to Aix-en-Provence to wander its market and shaded streets, selecting fresh seasonal ingredients. From there, into the countryside for an open-air watercolor painting session in the painters' fields. A quiet immersion in the landscapes that shaped Cézanne's work. Back at the villa, those same ingredients come to life during a hands-on cooking session, followed by a mosaic-making workshop with a local artisan to close the day.
.avif)
Marseille Beach Lunch · Camargue Horseback Riding
The morning begins quietly. We head into Marseille for a relaxed beach lunch where the city meets the sea. In the afternoon, we make our way to the Camargue for horseback riding. Moving through open landscapes between sea, marshes, and wild nature, with a deep sense of freedom. Dinner follows, grounded and generous.
.avif)
Island Escape: Porquerolles
We cross to Porquerolles, where time stretches differently. Turquoise water, pine trees, soft island rhythms. After a day immersed in nature, we return to Marseille for our final dinner together in the city.
.avif)
Au Revoir, Provence
Our final morning is intentionally unhurried, with breakfast by the pool and time to savor the last moments together. A long goodbye brunch closes the journey — one last shared ritual.
We are not just another travel agency. Instead of destination-focused trips, we are a creative travel studio that crafts extraordinary travel experiences based on rich, immersive adventures and creative perspectives.
Espeeria was founded by Europeans and Koreans in Marseille, France. Built on years of cultivated local networks, we invite you into hidden gems not found in guidebooks and into authentic daily lives of true locals.
We collaborate with diverse creators in travel, art, wine, and more to develop unique themed based travel products. Every journey tells a different story and offers fresh experiences.
We are a certified travel operator, offering full legal protection, robust safety standards, and complete peace of mind at every step of your journey.
5 nights accommodation
5 breakfasts
All Dinners at the villa (Welcome Dinner, Cozy Dinner, Cooking workshop, Grand Finale Dinner)
Private Drivers
All activities indicated in the itinerary and entrance fees
Travel insurance (excl. flight cancellation, baggage loss & personal health)
All tourist taxes
Round-trip international flights
Food & drinks where not specified
Personal expenses and all extras not mentioned above
Explore upcoming Creator Trips and find the one that speaks to you.
Fill out a short form — tell us who you are and what matters to you.
A travel consultant will reach out to make sure it’s the right fit.
Pay a 30% deposit to reserve. The remaining balance is due 30 days before departure.
Get your final itinerary and experience a soulful journey with your creator and a small group of like-minded travelers.
Explore upcoming Creator Trips and find the one that speaks to you.
Fill out a short form — tell us who you are and what matters to you.
A travel consultant will reach out to make sure it’s the right fit.
Pay a 30% deposit to reserve. The remaining balance is due 30 days before departure.
Get your final itinerary and experience a soulful journey with your creator and a small group of like-minded travelers.
What kind of travel experiences does Espeeria offer?
How is Espeeria different from other travel agencies?
Who are the trips designed for?
Are your trips private or in groups?
Is Espeeria a licensed travel operator?
What’s included in the trip price?
What if I have special dietary or accessibility needs?
What languages are spoken during the trip?
Is there an age requirement?
Is there a minimum number of participants for group trips?
What are the payment terms?
What is your cancellation policy?
Once you submit the form, we’ll promptly connect you with a travel expert and arrange a time to chat.
.avif)
.avif)
.avif)
.avif)
.svg)
