Two days in Nice then two days in MC
Feb 6, 2017, 9:18 am
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Two days in Nice then two days in MC
All, I am flying my wife into Nice, FR here in two weeks to start our ten yr Anniversary (I have two more trips south and west being planned). My original thought was four days in Monte Carlo but I'd like to change it up a bit and spend two nights in Monte Carlo then two nights in Nice as we fly out at 6:30am on Wednesday the 21st. I'm looking at the Amex hotels for the breakfast and potential upgrade but can anyone chime in with where to stay in both places that may make my wife happy? Our budget is btw $300/500 a night.
Feb 6, 2017, 6:51 pm
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Sorry, I can't help you with your question but I simply couldn't hold it. South and West are soooo relative. Anyway, a small piece of advice, unless you really hurry with your decision you may be in trouble: it's soon Carnaval, and you may find everything sold out!
Feb 7, 2017, 10:00 am
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On a side note, I appreciate the advice about Carnaval. I haven't yet Googled that term yet but I will after this reply. We are flying out the 17th of Feb thru the 21st. I'm making the wild notion that Carnaval isn't during this time period.
Feb 7, 2017, 2:39 pm
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Nice hosts the largest Carnaval in France. Forget about driving around or through Nice on any road other than the A8 and the airport access.
Feb 7, 2017, 3:01 pm
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So knowing that I assume its best to get a taxi from the airport directly to the hotel and stay put? I despise traffic with a passion.
Feb 7, 2017, 3:09 pm
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Taxi yes, but don't stay put! Walk around and enjoy Carnaval! It's not so much that there will be traffic, but that many roads will be closed. However taxis will know the best route and have access to bus lanes.
Feb 13, 2017, 1:45 am
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Monte Carlo is not very attractive, it's beginning to look a bit like an older version of Hong Kong. I drove past it the other week and was not tempted to stop. Go to Menton with its microclimate and lovely gardens that can be visited. The old National 7 (now the D6007) is a great road to drive, following the lower corniche along the coast.