Berlitz: French Riviera Pocket Guide

Book excerpt: Berlitz Pocket Guide French Riviera is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best places to visit and things to do along this elegant stretch of the French coast from Menton west to Toulon. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights, from the towns of Cannes and St-Tropez to the city of Nice and the principality of Monaco, interspersed with corniches, where the hills drop down to the azure sea. Handy maps on the cover help you navigate with ease. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the Top 10 Attractions along the French Riviera, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour of the area. The What To Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from browsing open-air markets packed with regional produce to walking along coastal paths or visiting glamorous nightlife venues. You'll also be armed with background information, including a brief history of the French Riviera and an Eating out chapter covering the delectable southern French cuisine. Carefully selected listings of the best hotels and restaurants, and an A-Z of practical information, complete the package.