South of France Holidays

France is one of the most fascinating holiday destinations among tourists worldwide. People are captivated by its amazing natural landscapes, fantastic culture, and of course delicious cuisine and divine wines.

Villafranca, French Riviera ( creative commons)

Villafranca, French Riviera ( creative commons)

When you think of the South of France you instantly imagine: sunshine, glamourous and glorious beaches but there is so much more to the region than the glitz and glamour. The elegant resorts of St Tropez, Cannes and Nice are in general the most popular holiday destinations. One other amazing place on the French Riviera is without any doubts the dazzling city of Monaco. With hundreds of luxury yachts and stunning cafes, Monaco is the definition of ‘ultra-chic’. This is the place where money rule the world and the rich reside. While there, try your chances and play in the wonderful and world famous Monte Carlo Casino. Also, the Casino is the host of the Le Ballet of Monte Carlo. You can admire a wonderful dancing show while in Monaco.

South of France view ( creative commons)

South of France view ( creative commons)

Monaco is also known for having the second biggest river canyon in the world , the Gorges du Verdon and the world’s tallest bridge – Millau Viaduct, a wonderful place to visit and to engage in many outdoor sports and activities like wind surfing, scuba diving and snorkeling.

You can relax by a lovely bar or café, indulge yourself with an haute-couture shopping session, or simply explore the wonderful coast. You’ll be amazed to see so many natural wonders and small villages with fantastic local markets where you can buy all sorts of original giftsyou’re your friends and family. Touring the South of France with a car is the best opportunity to plan your holiday at your own pace.  Cote d’Azur is simply breathtaking if you allow yourself time to discover it and if you step out of the comfort zone and avoid the crowded places. Also, don’t forget to  try out as many traditional dishes as possible. Mediterranean food is the best and the spices are simply divine! And the wine goes so smoothly with it! When it comes to the accommodation, the best choice would be to rent a cosy villa and enjoy it with your friends or family, see more here.

Finally, if this summer finds you on the dazzling French Riviera, make sure you don’t miss an exciting helicopter ride along the blue sky of Monaco, or a mesmerizing yacht trip on the startling waves of St. Tropez.