Rick Steves’ Provence and The French Riviera 2009 [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)
June 24, 2009 by Destination Guide
Filed under Travel France Guides
Review
Steves preaches a low-cost, low-to-the-ground style that not only saves money, but gets you closer to the real Europe, the way Europeans experience it.
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Product Description
Enjoy the flavors of Provençal cuisine, relax on the beaches of Nice, or view Roman architecture at it’s finest at the Pont du Gard—Rick Steves’ Provence & The French Riviera 2009 allows any traveler to experience all that this remarkable region has to offer—economically and hassle-free. The heart of the region is it’s cuisine, and Rick covers the plethora of delicious dining options in Provence, from L’Atelier, the world-renowned restaurant in Arles, to the unpretentious cafés dotting the Luberon region. With expert advice on transportation and accommodations, a full Chagall Museum tour, and a healthy dose of humor, Rick Steves’ Provence & The French Riviera 2009 is the definitive guidebook to Southern France.
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As far as information goes, this book deserves 5 stars … it’s great for figuring out how to get around, what to see (and what not to see!), and how much money to bring. However, I couldn’t give 5 stars, simply because I was hoping for better maps and maybe a few color photographs. The book has crudely drawn maps — almost with a cartoonish look about them — that don’t seem all that helpful. And as for photos, well, the one on the cover is about it. This is a great book to have when planning your trip to Provence … however, I would advise supporting it with a 2nd guidebook that touts glossy pages with color pictures and maps!
I felt that Rick’s Provence and the French Riviera guide has some of the essentials but not the inspired coverage of his other books. There isn’t the excitement that he presents in his Italian and other European guides. The coverage of the hill towns of Provence is somewhat perfunctory.
This is the second Rick Steves book I have taken to Europe. This trip took me to Nice and the French Riviera, and with this travel book it made the trip stress free. Two tips from the guide book were taking the public bus trip from Nice to Menton and traveling inland to the French Grand Canyon. We took the bus trip on Sunday, which only cost us one euro per person for an hour and 15 minute trip, in a clean, comfortable bus and my boyfriend was able to enjoy the views since he didn’t have to drive. The second item from the guide book was a trip inland to the French Grand Canyon. What a beautiful ride and the views were spectacular. Worth the trip – but only would have know about it with the guide book.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very helpful
Rick Steves’ bok has been very helpful while we are planning our trip to France. He includes maps, personal accounts and what to avoid if you have limited time.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not just a “nice to have” —it’s a “NEED to have”
If you enjoy independent European travel, then a Rick Steves book is for you. His advance work saves both time and money and we’ve used his books for Spain, Italy and France.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Helpful and up-to-date
I travelled with this book for a week over Christmas 2008 and had no problems. My favorites are the self-guided walks and the transportation connections/tips.
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Everything you expected & more!
This book proved an invaluable tool whilst my mom and I were in the Cote d’Azur. It gave excellent information regarding buses (including numbers and cost) and allowed us to…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Provence by Rick Steves
Rick Steves Provence and the French Riviera 2008– I find it quite helpful and entertaining.
5.0 out of 5 stars
great book
one of the best books I have read, lots of information and put in a great book form, have purchased his other books.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Rick Steve’s Provence and the Riviera
Great resource book. Tons of information that is well researched.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rick Steves’ Provence and the French Riviera 2005
One must have this book if they are touring Provence. Makes it liveable and lovely
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good planning book
I have a wonderful time using this book to plan my visit, although I would still recomend getting a few more reference document such as local map to accomondate this book.