Life in the current era is busier and faster than it has ever been. Many people would readily agree that there are times when they feel less human and more of a robotic machine. Repetitive tasks, monotonous routines, a not-so-healthy lifestyle, medical issues of their own or of loved ones, stress, tention, fatigue, noise, work load, sleeplessness, various good and bad news, family problems and diverse phases of life tend to drive one crazy and wear them out.
Vacations are ideally refreshing, especially well deserved ones. They boost your morale, relaxen your mind, release fatigue and improve your health. Productivity, creativity, happiness, positivity in your outlook on life, self-grooming and your knowledge all jazz up and prepare one for all the upcoming challenges of life.
Whether your trip is long or short, the location must be decided and activities pre-planned weeks in advance. Allocate your budget and start researching for the ideal location at least three months earlier. My well-travelled friends shared photographs and videos of their latest vacation in South France so the sights are still fresh in my head.
French cities like Nice, Avignon, Carcassonne, Bordeaux, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Rodez, Montpellier and Toulouse should top your list. Superb stops and a few stunning sights in all of Europe await to welcome you. You can even start and/or end your vacation in Paris! Depending on their pocket, one can fly to all the various destinations, rent a car or even enjoy the French railways.
The amazing couplet of urban and seashore have ranked Nice as one of the best cities of France. With an ancient town to visit, roadside and daily bazaar’s, scrumptious Italian and French cuisines and spectacular art museums, one is bound to fall in love with Nice!
Located on the banks of River Rhône, the stunning city of Avignon is mainly known for the building of the Pope’s Palace, it’s cheerful streets buzzing with happy tourists and natives devouring in cafes and boutiques. Pont d’Avignon is another attraction along with the annual Festival d’Avignon.
Sitting in the valley of the Aude River and surrounded by mountains and vineyards, the ancient walled city of Carcassonne is famous for its spicy herbs, pine shrubs and fragrant flowers. The entire city spans only three kilometers, has 52 huge towers and it has the largest footfall of France.
Titled as one of the most happening and dynamic cities of France, Bordeaux has a magnificent waterfront with modern buildings and the legendary Cité du Vin which is the world’s first outstanding wine experience. Historical artefacts and thriving markets have brought thousands of visitors to the place.
Snug and clean beaches, an enticing downtown and the prettiest city of Basque Country, Saint-Jean-de-Luz is your ultimate place to be. Dainty boats along the port, busy boutiques, relaxing spas, five-star hotels, lush golf courses and year-round events keep curious sightseers coming back for more.
The hillly and crude city of Rodez features architectural excellence, cosy cafes, shopping sprees and rocky mountains. Popularly termed as the ‘Lady’ of Southern France, Montpellier is a trading port with a famous university and a city with an extensive cultural heritage. Last but not the least, Toulouse is another glamorous city of Southern France. Historical sites and an enchanting city life with delectable food will surely leave you dazed for days!
Keep a lookout for travel deals and save up some money for a dream-come-true vacation in South France. See you there!
