Rick Steves' Provence and the French Riviera 2005

With this guide, travellers can experience the best of everything these regions have to offer - economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, this guide includes maps and photos, opinionated coverage, suggested day plans, trip itineraries and more.

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Home to numerous Roman ruins, a magnet for sun worshippers, and great artists alike, Provence and the Cote d'Azur is Europe's hottest destination. View the masterpieces of Chagall and Matisse in Nice; tour the Roman remnants in Arles, picnic in the scenic fields along the road to Avignon, and more. With Rick Steves' Provence and the French Riviera 2005, travellers can delve into French culture, make friends with the locals, and experience everything the region has to offer - economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, Rick Steves' Provence and the French Riviera 2005, includes selective coverage of both famous and lesser-known sights; friendly places to eat and sleep; suggested day plans; colour maps, walking tours and trip itineraries; clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot; and Rick's newest "back door" discoveries. America's number one authority on travel to Europe, Rick's time-tested recommendations for safe and enjoyable travel in Europe have been used by millions of Americans in search of their own unique European travel experience.