Travel Haiku - Fall French Rivieria Poem by john tiong chunghoo

Fall French Riviera
a dose of fun without the crowds
and holes in pocket

The capital of the French Riviera, Nice is sunny and merry with palm-lined beaches and art deco facades. In the afternoon, hit the market on Cours Saleya for flowers and fruit, and then wander the old town in search of a bistro for dinner. For a dose of culture, hit up the Matisse Museum. Nice makes a great jumping-off point for driving trips along the French Mediterranean coast to Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles, and Nimes. Go in fall if you want to avoid crowds, soak up more local flavor, and avoid high-season rates.