
The Rough Guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur: Travel Guide with eBook
Rough Guides(Author)
APA Publications (Publisher)
11th Edition
Published on 1. June 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
416 pages
978-1-83905-802-8 (ISBN)
Shipment within 3-4 weeks
Description
This practical travel guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Provence & the Cote d'Azur guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Provence & the Cote d'Azur easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to Provence & the Cote d'Azur has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook.
The Rough Guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur covers: Marseille and around; Arles and the Camargue; Avignon and the Vaucluse; Aix-en-Provence, the Durance and the Luberon; the Haut Var and Haute Provence; Toulon and the Southern Var; Cannes and the Western Riviera; Nice and the Eastern Riviera.
Inside this Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide you'll find:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Provence & the Cote d'Azur, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Calanques, to family activities in child-friendly places like Arles, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Grand Canyon du Verdon.
PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including Provence & the Cote d'Azur entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.
TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of Provence & the Cote d'Azur, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.
DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.
INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for boat trips, exploring ancient sites, hiking, kayaking or trying local-grown produce.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of Nice, Cannes, Marseille and Monaco's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Provence & the Cote d'Azur, even in a short time.
HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Provence & the Cote d'Azur guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur features fascinating insights into Provence & the Cote d'Azur, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Vieux Port, and the spectacular Pont du Gard.
COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Calanques, Monaco, and many more locations in Provence & the Cote d'Azur, reduce the need to go online.
USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.
FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Provence & the Cote d'Azur allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.
The Rough Guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur covers: Marseille and around; Arles and the Camargue; Avignon and the Vaucluse; Aix-en-Provence, the Durance and the Luberon; the Haut Var and Haute Provence; Toulon and the Southern Var; Cannes and the Western Riviera; Nice and the Eastern Riviera.
Inside this Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide you'll find:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Provence & the Cote d'Azur, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Calanques, to family activities in child-friendly places like Arles, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Grand Canyon du Verdon.
PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including Provence & the Cote d'Azur entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.
TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of Provence & the Cote d'Azur, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.
DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.
INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for boat trips, exploring ancient sites, hiking, kayaking or trying local-grown produce.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of Nice, Cannes, Marseille and Monaco's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Provence & the Cote d'Azur, even in a short time.
HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Provence & the Cote d'Azur guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur features fascinating insights into Provence & the Cote d'Azur, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Vieux Port, and the spectacular Pont du Gard.
COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Calanques, Monaco, and many more locations in Provence & the Cote d'Azur, reduce the need to go online.
USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.
FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Provence & the Cote d'Azur allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.
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Series
Edition
11th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-83905-802-8 (9781839058028)
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