A guide to Provence & the Cote D'Azur. From the bustling Vieux Port of Marseille and the beaches of St Tropez to the remote mountains of Haute-Provence, it introduces the regions highlights. It includes comprehensive reviews of the best places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this witty and warm-hearted account, Peter Mayle tells what it is like to realize a long-cherished dream and actually move into a 200-year-old stone farmhouse in the remote country of the Lubéron with his wife and two large dogs. He endures January's frosty mistral as it comes howling down the Rhône Valley, discovers the secrets of goat racing through the middle of town, and delights in the glorious regional cuisine. A Year in Provence transports us into all the earthy pleasures of Provençal life and lets us live vicariously at a tempo governed by seasons, not by days.

From Monaco to Marseilles, from the vineyards to the beaches, the authors have been there. Includes complete critical listings of places where to eat and sleep, as well as unique suggestions for outdoor activities.

True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Provence & the Côte d'Azur covers all the region's major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you. This newly updated pocket travel guide for Provence & the Côte d'Azur will lead you straight to the best attractions these cities have to offer, from walking beautiful beaches to exploring Nice to shopping in Monaco. Find the best hotels, food, and attractions for every budget. Expert travel writers have fully revised this edition of DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Provence & the Côte d'Azur. + Brand-new itineraries help you plan your trip to these areas of Provence & the Côte d'Azur. + Maps of walking routes show you the best ways to maximize your time. + New Top 10 lists feature off-the-beaten-track ideas, along with standbys like the top attractions, shopping, dining options, and more. + New typography and fresh layout throughout. You'll still find DK's famous full-color photography and museum floor plans, along with just the right amount of coverage of history and culture. The perfect pocket-size travel companion: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Provence & the Côte d'Azur. Recommended: For an in-depth guidebook to Provence and the Côte d'Azur, check out DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Provence & the Côte d'Azur, which offers a complete overview of these cities; thousands of photographs, illustrations, and maps; and more.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Provence & the Cote d'Azur in ePub format will lead you straight to the very best Provence and the Cote d'Azur have to offer. Whether you're looking for things not to miss at the Top 10 sights or want to find the top place to eat, this guide is the perfect companion, taking the best of the printed guidebook and adding new eBook-only features. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists--from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals. There's even a list of the Top 10 ways to avoid the crowds. The guide is divided by area, each with its own photo gallery and clear maps pinpointing the top sights. You also can view each location in Google Maps if reading on an Internet-enabled device. Plan each day with our itineraries and see the sights in individual areas. You'll find the insider knowledge you need to explore every corner of this region in DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Provence & the Cote d'Azur, now with a sleek new eBook design.

With stunning photos and evocative text, this compelling guide tells travelers what they need to know about Provence from the inside out. Includes little known facts--such as American denim was first produced here--that give the character, history and flavor of this exotic country.

The French Riviera of the 1920s and early '30s was a haven for artists and writers from the far reaches of the world. This book revitalizes the now-legendary tale of personalities such as Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Picasso, Picabia, Cocteau, and Gerald and Sara Murphy as they are caught between a desire for creation, the quest for happiness, and the looming darkness of World War II. Extraordinary images taken from personal archives reanimate the lifestyles and artwork of some of the most influential artists of the twentiety century.

The Rough Guide to Provence & the Côte d'Azur is the ultimate travel guide to the most compelling region of southern France. Discover the local highlights with the help of stunning photography, color-coded maps, and more listings and information than ever before. You'll find detailed practical advice on everything to see and do, from great cities like Aix and Avignon to the vibrant port of Marseille, the eerie marshlands of the Camargue, and the glamorous resorts of the Côte d'Azur. Up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, and restaurants suit all budgets. Make the most of your time in this beautiful region with The Rough Guide to Provence & the Côte d'Azur.

Annotation. Landmark Visitors Guides are acknowledged as among the most reliable travel books for sightseers. Information is detailed, concise and current -- just what you need as you travel around an unfamiliar destination. The informative text is peppered with colorful callouts that highlight places of particular interest -- perhaps a well-known birding spot or a delightful pub down a side road. Liberal use of excellent, full-color maps makes navigation easy, and colorful photos grace almost every page. Landmark Visitors Guides are great reference tools as you plan your trip, and a favorite travel companion while on the road. Area tours highlight in-town sights and attractions, including art galleries, museums, historic buildings and churches. They also lead you out into the countryside, with recommended stops en route. The comprehensive "Fact File" in back provides opening times, fees and contact information for all places mentioned in the text. Index.