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... are the most unlikely! We were on that incredible little island off the French Riviera, late June. The weather had been wonderful and even pretty hot ("la canicule" as we like to say call it) for weeks. But on that day, the sky was grey and it was raining on our little piece of paradise. But we had the great ingredients (all organic, all just bought the same morning from the "most beautiful open air market in France" in the cute little seaside town nearby! and the great people to share it! © 2022, Memories from Provence (France). by Simon D. Webb • thedensecompany for France for Foodies 2022 Cultural Immersion Trip by BlueStoneBluOcean

The last few weeks here* have been quite hectic. King tides, massive downpours, broken levees, flooding... California has seen it all... c © 2023, Memories from Pismo Beach (California). Simon D. Webb • thedensecompany with BlueStoneBlueOcean

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Events & Calendar Our calendar includes various upcoming information sessions, open houses, trip reunions and some fun and tasty events. Our Introduction to Art de Vivre programs are a highlight! Check what is available near you! INFO MEETING DC INFORMATION MEETING B irth of a Modern Nation Washington DC and around April 12-19, 2025 American history springs to life on a trip to the east coast! Our learning journeys complement the curriculum of San Luis Obispo Classical Academy, taking students and families to see first-hand the places they have studied. Whether through hands-on immersive experiences in Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg, an inspirational walk through the monuments on the mall, illuminated against the backdrop of our nation’s capital, or marching and then charging in the footsteps of the soldiers at Picket’s Charge in Gettysburg, learning comes to life and becomes deeply rooted in the minds and hearts of those who experience the journey. New friendships are forged, both for students and their parents, as we discover and learn together on Birth of A Nation, a learning journey by BlueStoneBlueOcean. ​ Tools : presentation + Q&A Duration : 1hr Who is it for : Priority is given to SLOCA families. However if you're not part of the SLOCA community but are interested, join our waiting list and we will get back to you early October 1, 2024 when the trip will open to all (upon availability)! Group size : unlimited Dates & Locations : see below Registration : see below Cost : FREE! NEXT SESSIONS Monday SEPT 16, 2024 • 3.40pm San Luis Obispo, CA • SLOCA High School ​ Tuesday SEPT 17, 2024 • 2.40pm San Luis Obispo, CA • SLOCA GRAND CAMPUS (Lo-Fi Lounge) ​ Wednesday SEPT 18, 2024 • 2 .40 pm San Luis Obispo, CA • SLOCA GRAND CAMPUS (Lo-Fi Lounge) JOIN US 'INTRODUCTION TO' SESSIONS French Art de Vivre How to sit? How do you really say oui? Shoud I accept an invitation for un apéritif? Ne me quitte pas or La vie en rose? What is Brouilly? How to enjoy endive with blue cheese? Or kir royal? How old is an old church? Why Thierry is not smiling to me? Champs Elysées or Canal Saint-Martin? What do they mean by Art de Vivre?. .. These are just a few of the issues we might address during this fun and educational session! Cédric Jacquemont is our token Frenchman here to act as host and translator of his home culture. Throughout the session, he shares his experiences and knowledge about all things French, including his unique perspective as a corporate executive turned artist who has travelled or lived on four continents. Revisiting worn-out clichés as well as personal stories, navigating from history to geography, from food and wine to arts, Cédric takes us on a true journey to France and its amazingly rich and complex culture! Tools : interactive discussions, tastings, games, artistic disciplines. Duration : 2 to 3 hours. Group size : 6 to 12 participants. Dates & Locations : see below Registration : see below Cost : FREE! NEXT SESSIONS Fall sessions soon to be announced! Join our mailing list at the bottom of the page to be the first one informed. ASK US Registration Join Us. First Name Last Name E-mail Phone City State Event Number of participants to the event Number of potential travelers Age of potential travelers Comment/Questions Register Thanks for registering. We will confirm your participation very soon! CHECK OUR TRIPS ON OFFER! OUR TRIPS ON DEMAND! READ THE LATEST FROM OUR BLOG!

Our Trips We offer both OnOffer trips , open to the public, as well as OnDemand trips . The latter provide you with an opportunity to schedule a private trip with your group, tailored to your tastes and interests. ​ A SELECTION OF OUR UPCOMING TRIPS: On Offer Trips A FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY April 12-19, 2025 Birth of a Modern Nation USA American history springs to life on a trip to the east coast! Our learning journeys complement the curriculum of San Luis Obispo Classical Academy, taking students and families to see first-hand the places they have... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION TRIP JULY 2025 France for Festival Lovers FRANCE Festivals are celebrations showcasing the high culture of a country! Throughout France hundreds of communities promote festivals each year, sharing art in all its... DISCOVER A FAMILY LEARNING JOURNEY SUMMER 2025 Behind & Beyond GERMANY • FRANCE Join us on a poignant exploration through the annals of history, delving into the chapters of World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and the unprecedented era of... DISCOVER CUSTOMIZED JOURNEY ASK US! On Demand Trips ​ We can design the perfect trip for your group. Daunting to design from top to bottom? We have... DISCOVER UN VOYAGE D'IMMERSION CULTURELLE Nouveau! AUTOMNE 2024 My California By Cindy USA Venez découvrir le mode de vie californien avec une habitante de la côte centrale. Visitez les endroits où elle a grandi (hors des sentiers battus, bien sûr !) et ceux où elle... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION JOURNEY SUMMER 2025 Along the Mediterranean SPAIN • FRANCE • ITALY Barcelona and its costa brava , Nice and its arrière-pays , Naples and its baia di Napoli : salt in the air, fresh catch of the day on the table, the vibrant... DISCOVER A CULTURAL IMMERSION JOURNEY ASK US FOR THE NEXT EDITION! Near & Dear to My Heart ARGENTINA • CHILE Experience the beauty and rich culture of Argentina and Chile on a one-of-a-kind adventure that will immerse you in the local way of... DISCOVER