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Five days in the South of France

Certain parts of the South of France are charming and worth visiting; others are nice but not incredibly charming. Hotel-du-Cap is a must-visit, even if you don't stay there.

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dorrit
by dorrit
About Me:Writer and Brown University student who speaks English, Spanish, and French, and loves to travel! read more

EuropeFrance, Monaco5 days / July 2019

Highs & Lows

Day trip to Monte Carlo!

Cannes was mostly rainy and didn't have a ton of character. I wish I had stayed in St. Tropez instead.

Itinerary Overview

Spent a few days exploring Cannes, shopping, and going to the beach. Took one day trip to Hotel-du-Cap Eden Roc and another to Monaco, which were both awesome and made me wish we were staying somewhere that wasn't Cannes. 

Certain parts of the South of France are charming and worth visiting; others are nice but not incredibly charming. Hotel-du-Cap is a must-visit, even if you don't stay there.

  • 5 Nights: Cannes
    Beach, shopping, food!
  • Day trip: Monte Carlo
    Food, museums, architecture
  • Day trip: Antibes
    For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself.
Cannes - Beach, shopping, food!
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Cannes Beach, shopping, food!

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Cannes - Beach, shopping, food! - null

 

When thinking about this place I always had high expectations as it is very famous all over the world.

However, when I got there it was not what I expected

Had some great dinners in Cannes, but generally felt like the area was lacking in culture and charm. Lots of big chain stores, very few museums, not much to do when it's rainy and not a perfect beach day. 

 

A nice restaurant to visit: La Môme, I really enjoy the food there 

Monte Carlo - Food, museums, architecture
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Monte Carlo Food, museums, architecture

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Monte Carlo - Food, museums, architecture - null
Monte Carlo - Food, museums, architecture - null

Monte-Carlo is breathtaking. The mixture of classical and contemporary architecture is to die for, and learning about the culture and politics of the small nation was fascinating. I wish we had stayed longer!

A sunny day at the beach walks in the evening among the shops and a lot of culture in the museums you can find all the information depending on your tastes.

My favorite New National museum of Monaco 

Antibes - For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself.
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Antibes For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself.

Antibes - For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself. - null
Antibes - For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself. - null
Antibes - For the Hotel du Cap! Heard so much about it and had to experience it myself. - null

Hotel du Cap Eden Roc might be the most incredible place I have ever been. The food is divine, the view unreal, and it is the most relaxing and elegant oasis I have ever seen.

The actual town of Antibes leaves much to be desired, but the hotel is like something out of another century. Very overpriced, but almost worth it. 

In town, you can walk and rest around its coast, enjoy a sunset or simply let yourself be delighted by its landscapes.

Q & A

  • What would you have changed?

    Spent more time in Monte Carlo and gone up to St. Tropez.

  • Anything go wrong during the trip?

    no

  • Restaurant recommendations?

    Any of the places right on the beach are very fun; they play loud music and serve extravagant dishes.

  • Packing tips?

    Don't forget that it could rain, even in the summer!

  • Transportation Tips?

    The train can take you anywhere quickly and cheaply! Took it to Antibes and to Monte Carlo.

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