Provence and the Cte d'Azur - Fodor's

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If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.The best guide to Provence & the Cte d'Azur, packed with essentialsWalking tours of Avignon, Aix, Cannes, and NiceHikes slong stunning seaside trails, boat trips to isolated calanques, country drives through Haute ProvenceGreat itineraries, with visits to cliff-top castles, Mediterranean beaches, ancient amphitheaters, medieval townsClubs and casinos, dance, theater, and opera festivalsWhere to shop for boutis, santons, and brocanteWhere to stay and eat, no matter what your budgetChteaux, villas, inns, farmhouses, seaside hotels, and gtesFashionable bistros, bustling brasseries, renowned seafood restaurants, and sunny terraces for outdoor diningFresh, thorough, practical -- off and on the beaten pathCosts, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousandsAll reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents23 pages of maps -- and dozens of great featuresImportant contacts, smart travel tipsFodor's ChoiceWhat's WherePleasures & PastimesFestivalsBackground essaysGlossary and menu guideComplete index