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Cote d'Azur – Provence Holiday Guide

Scenic natural splendor that will take your breath away; charming towns and villages that will warm your heart; enigmatic natural treasures that will bring out the explorer in you and the culture, traditions and cuisine of the place will leave you fascinated and hungry for more. Well, this is the kind of impact that Provence in Cote d’Azur has on anyone visiting the place for the first time or for the umpteen number of times.

Ideally situated between the Mediterranean coastline and the Alps, Provence allures visitors with its olive groves, lavender fields, bucolic farms and age-old legends and lore. Unearth the secrets of this enigmatic region from the comfort of a vacation rental home. Book a villa with a pool, an apartment, an apartment, holiday home or a condo and make your self completely at home while you discover the myriad facets of this beautiful place.

Sightseeing in Cote d’Azur - Provence

• Atelier Cézanne
  Visit the studio of the renowned Paul Cézanne in Aix-in-Provence, which unfortunately doesn’t hold any of his works, but has been preserved to give a glimpse into this celebrated artiste’s life.
• Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde
  This is one of the most remarkable and significant landmarks in the effervescent and the culturally rich city of Marseilles. Adorned with colored marble, intricate mosaics and murals, this domed basilica rises from the city’s highest hill Le Garde and offers spectacular views of the city’s canopy of terracotta roofs.
• Musée Angladon
  Art aficionados can visit this museum in Marseilles to browse through some of the original works by celebrated artists such as Picasso, Cézanne, Sisley, Manet, Degas and others. The museum also houses the only Van Gogh painting in Provence – Railway Wagons.

Dining in Cote d’Azur – Provence

• Bastide du Cours
  Sample the specialties of Provence at this delightful café, which has a breezy interior garden that adds to the charm of feasting on some of the most loved delicacies.
• Les Deux Garçons
  A visit to this cafe is nothing less than legendary as this is one of the oldest and best cafes since 1792. This is the place where the greats like Cézanne and Zola used to hang out. The gilded olive-painted salon or the outdoor terrace provides just the opportunity to appreciate not only the great food but also the historic significance and finer nuances of this café.
• Au Bord de l’Eau
  This little harbor side restaurant is ideal to lounge on its sun-drenched terrace and enjoy a hearty meal of sumptuous local delights while you watch the yachts sail by.

Nightlife and Entertainment in Cote d’Azur – Provence

• Bar de la Marine
  This famous bar, which even featured in the card-party scenes of Marcel Pagnol’s classic Marius, attracts people from all walks of life. Most people visit this bar to enjoy the scenic view of the port from the terrace while they guzzle down their drinks and to run an appreciative glance at the 1930s interior, which is lined with photographs and caricatures.
• Le Bazar
  This is definitely one of the most hip and happening club of Marseilles and has gained quiet a reputation for itself owning to some great music and the exciting fervor that it witnesses each night. For those seeking a bit more style and panache can check out the second open-air bar Las Terrasses de l’Elephant that welcomes VIPS amid a more subdued yet an elegant ambience.

Golfing in Cote d’Azur – Provence

The undulating scenic views form a perfect backdrop for a game of golf and the golfers can look forward to playing difficult shots in some of the most scenic and challenging courses in Provence in Cote d’Azur.

• Four Seasons Golf Club
  With two 18-hole golf courses, the Four Seasons Golf Club offers golfers the chance to play a fascinating game amid spectacular scenic surroundings.
• Provence Country Club
  Surrounded by the wooded hills and the mountains of Luberon, this spectacular golf course is undoubtedly one of the best golf courses of Europe. Designed by Jean Garïalde, the 18 hole championship course offers challenges set by the lush fairways and the extensive greens.