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There are several cities in the Côte D’Azur but this day trip itinerary focuses on the top 3: Cannes, Nice, and Monaco. You could easily spend an entire day alone in each of these cities. But, if you only have a limited time, this road trip is the perfect way to get a taste of all of them.

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I visited Marseille for one day while I was living in Aix-en-Provence. I was unsure what to expect from my visit because I’d heard a lot of mixed reviews about the city. I’d like to share what Marseille is like based on my experience visiting the city so you can know if it’s for you. Is Marseille dangerous, or safe for you to visit?

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The Pont du Gard is an ancient Roman aqueduct, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is a must-see on any South of France vacation. We almost weren’t going to visit the Pont du Gard, but in the end, it was the highlight of our trip. There’s more than just the aqueduct that you can spend a full day here, especially in the summertime!

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The South of France in Provence has some of the better driving conditions that we’ve seen on vacation. The roads are wide enough to fit two cars, and they’re well paved. Plus as a bonus, you’re greeted with spectacular road trip views along the way. You can go from driving through mountains and gorges to lavender fields and wineries.

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