Pick a South-of-France Base: Nice, the Riviera Coast, or Inland Provence
Nice or Provence? The Riviera and the inland South of France are completely different trips. Here’s how to pick the base that actually fits yours.
French Riviera
Mediterranean beaches, coastal trails and glamorous towns from Nice to Monaco.
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Travel guides for French Riviera
Paris to Nice: Train or Flight? The Honest Comparison
TGV takes 5h40-7h and starts around €19-39; flying takes 1h35 in the air but 4-5 hours door-to-door once transfers are counted. Here's which actually wins.
Nice Airport to City Center: Tram, Bus, Taxi, or Transfer?
Nice Airport to the city center compared: Tram 2 costs about EUR1.70 and runs every 7-9 minutes, versus a EUR32 fixed-fare taxi. Full breakdown by traveler type.
Sailing in France: The Complete Guide to Boats and Licences
From Riviera yacht charter to Canal du Midi houseboats, Corsica diving to Brittany sailing: six water sports across four coasts, and the licence each one needs.
Do You Need a Licence for a Jet Ski in France? The Real Rules
France requires a permis côtier, costing roughly €350-600, to ride a jet ski over 6hp solo. Here's why almost every tourist rental is a guided ride instead.
Boat Charter France: Bareboat vs Skippered Licence Rules Explained
Skippered or bareboat changes who needs a licence in France. What charter companies actually check, and the €2,000-5,000 deposit to budget before you book.
Scuba Diving in France: The Complete Riviera and Corsica Guide
From wreck penetration off Saint-Tropez to grouper-filled reefs at the Lavezzi Islands: 8 dive sites worth a trip across two coasts, and who each suits.
Sailing in Brittany or the Riviera? How to Choose
Riviera marinas mean warm water and easy sailing, but Brittany's tides swing over 13 meters and its charter costs run far lower. Here's the trade-off.
Canyoning in France: The Complete Guide
Canyoning descends a gorge by hiking, sliding, jumping, and abseiling down waterfalls. Here's where to go, what it costs, and what a first trip actually involves.
Monaco Grand Prix from Nice: How to Watch and Get There
How to watch the Monaco Grand Prix from Nice: free viewpoints like Le Rocher, the 22-minute train connection, and whether you actually need a ticket at all.