Short Breaks in Nice

A chic, elegant, glamorous retreat, much loved by the rich and famous. That’s the popular impression of Nice, and certainly one the city would prefer those who have never been to continue to believe in. The truth, however, is nowhere near the sparkling image. It’s the fifth largest city in France, and sadly has the traffic congestion, pollution, crime, and other problems that you would associate with any big city. The beach is pebbles, not the swathes of golden sand that you might expect, the swish hotels are somewhat faded from their heyday, and the main promenade has become a fast and dangerous multi-lane road standing as the last obstacle before you reach the Mediterranean. So is it a bad choice for somewhere to visit? Well, actually, no. Nice still has much to offer. You just need to be aware of the pitfalls to enjoy the benefits.

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