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Rooftops and church steeple in Apt.

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Why visit Côte d'Azur

Once upon a time, everyone called this glamorous stretch of Mediterranean coast the French Riviera; then in 1888 author Stéphen Liégeard dubbed it La Côte d'Azur, the name stuck and the rest is history.

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Summer Soirée: 10 Days of French Wine, Sun, and Culture

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  1. 1 Uncovering the mysteries and secrets of the Louvre with an immersive museum tour-turned-game
  2. 2 Hopping between scenic Provencal vineyards to sip and sample the region's best wines
  3. 3 Experiencing the life and legacy of Van Gogh on an art tour through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Arles
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The Côte d’Azur, France’s southeastern nook, is a playground for the rich and famous. Join them with this guide for first-time visitors.

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