French Riviera - Peter Bausch

Marco Polo FrenchRiviera: the Travel Guide with Insider TipsThe French Riviera is the ultimate product of the modern leisure society, aplayground of the jet-setting elite, where the luxury world of the coast, withits palaces, chic harbor fronts set against azure sea contrasts with thetranquil, dramatic landscapes and remote mountain villages found away from theshore. Marco Polo French Riviera takes you along the coast, and through threeof France's most beautiful departments: Alpes-Maritimes, Var andAlpes-de-Haute-Provence. The 'Perfect Route' takes you to the most idyllicstretches of coast as well as the most beautiful villages and the best naturalscenery inland.
The Best Of pages highlight some unique and free things to do,and have tips for rainy days and where you can relax and unwind. DiscoverWhat's Hot on the coast, whether glamping (camping in style) or tea mania,which has really established itself in this country of coffee drinkers.The Insider Tips reveal where flower petals are crystallized and turned intosweets, and where in Nice you can immerse yourself in the art of Yves Klein.The Trips & Tours take you to the 'land of perfume' around Grasse andmountain villages in breathtaking locations. The Dos & Don'ts explain whyyour swimming trunks might cause you problems in St Tropez and why you shouldkeep your hands off those beautifully hand-painted olive oil bottles.Marco Polo French Riviera provides comprehensive coverage of the region,including Monaco. To help you get around there's a detailed road atlas inside,city maps of Cannes and Nice in the backcover, plus a handy pull-out map. Amust-have for all travellers, including those who haven't bought a travel guidein the past.Discover the best hotels, authentic restaurants, the region's trendiest placesand night spots; get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget; plusplenty of ideas for travel with kids. Also contains: the Perfect Route, TravelTips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, French phrasebook and index.