Great Day Trips From Nice

Sunset in Monte Carlo. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

By Christine Brookes
Monaco and Eze are great day trip destinations from Nice. Some of the highlights here are the changing of the guard at the Monte Carlo palace, a look at the famous Formula One Grand Prix race course, and a tour of an Eze perfumery. The drive to Eze from Nice is very pretty, as it follows the Mediterranean coast. En route, a pit stop to admire the panoramic views of Nice from Mount Boron is recommended. Eze is quite high above sea level, lending it brilliant views over the surrounding landscapes. There are some very interesting craft shops here too. Once you continue on, you are leaving French territory and entering Monaco. While wandering around the fascinating Old Town of Monte Carlo, you must visit the palace, cathedral and Cousteau Oceanographic Museum. Casino Square is the place for designer boutiques. Admire the amazing gardens and incredibly luxurious yachts moored in the harbour. On the return journey back to Nice, follow the breathtaking Lower Corniche coast road that links it to Monaco.

Romantic European Jaunts for Honeymooners

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By Austin Fales


Romantic European Destinations
Your honeymoon will be one of the most important trips you'll ever take, and that's one good reason to make it an excursion that builds memories that last a lifetime. Continental Europe offers some of the most romantic destinations in the world, so you can hardly go wrong looking to that part of the globe as you make your honeymoon plans.
Monte Carlo
Honeymooning in Monte Carlo, Monaco, would truly be a dream-come-true for any new husband and wife. Famous for its luxurious hotels, nightclubs and restaurants, as well as its famed casino of the same name, Monte Carlo is also the home of the Monaco Grand Prix Formula One Race. Other well-known attractions you'll enjoy while honeymooning in Monte Carlo are the Prince's Palace, the Monaco Cathedral and the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium, to name but a few. Aside from these famous tourist spots,
Monaco derives a great deal of its character from both its residents and visitors, who add a touch of color that its physical surroundings don't naturally possess.Monte Carlo's Le Meridien Beach Plaza Hotel offers lovely three-night honeymoon accommodations, which feature a daily buffet breakfast, guaranteed room upgrade, third-night-free bonus and late checkout. Also included in the hotel's honeymoon package is a midsize car rental to give you the freedom to enjoy the sights of the city whenever you like.

Rome - The Heart of Italy

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By Pollux Parker


When people are asked which place they want to spend their vacation in in Italy, overwhelmingly, they choose Rome. They seem to be intrigued with the complex and intricate culture of its people, and how magnificent the place was, showing epics of lost empires over time. Rome, the capital of Italy, offers architectural heirlooms, museums, and churches that you won't seem to get enough of. One visit to this place and you will surely get hooked. Its people embrace the romanticism and spirituality of the city.

Because of its history and culture, Rome has a lot of things to offer. But there are five things you should never miss when in this beautiful place as it surely gives you a glimpse of the past:

1. The Pantheon or the temple of Gods is dedicated to the Gods of Olympus. It is one of the many places tourists go to in Rome, mainly because of its architectural design. It remains as a church today that holds tombs of known artist Raphael and Italy's first king. You will find the Piazza Della Rotonda where young folks meet in the evening.
2. Explore Rome's famous Colosseum inside and out and bring out the gladiator in you. Connect yourself to its past: the story of glorious battles between gladiators, slaves, prisoners and even wild animals of the early centuries.
3. Visit the Trevi fountain and toss some coins and make a wish. This is one of the most visited places, so expect serious crowds surrounding the place, especially on peak season. You can skip the chaos as you sit and relax while watching people from all over the world do the same coin-tossing ritual.
4. Indulge yourself to Italian dishes and find your way to some of Rome's most popular restaurants like the Ponte Milvio, Trattoria Maccheroni, Roscioli and Monte Carlo. If you want great pizza and bread, the best of wines and other delectable Italian dishes, try any of these local restaurants to experience Rome.
5. Get a Tour of the Vatican City. Almost all Catholics dream of getting to Rome to visit Vatican and join an audience with the Pope. After which, you could explore St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Italy seems to be attuned to its religiosity that even the Italian flag has its religious interpretation: green represents hope; white represents faith; and red represents charity.

Pollux Parker is an adventurer who loves discovering secret island getaways in each country he visits. Pollux also likes to collect Italian Flag and cheap Italian Flag.

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