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With France being so close to the UK, its no wonder the British tourists love to flock to the country for a holiday. France is big and has many difference facets and Nice is a city that combines a beach holiday with cool classiness. Nice is on the French Rivera in Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azzue. This means that it has the benefits of warm weather but also the coolness of the sea. Landmarks include the stunning promenades as well as historical landmarks. It is also close to Antibes, Cannes and Monaco, meaning that holiday goers can easily visit these other beauty spots.
Flights
Flights to Nice are regular and affordable as it is a very popular tourist destination. With a UK passport, you will have no problems entering the country for a holiday. Easyjet, Bmibaby, British Airways, KLM all offer cheap flights from the UK to Nice – for as low as £21 including taxes! Remember that occasionally the airlines will have specials where you can get flights for as low as a pound (plus some administration charges). You can fly to Nice from all the major airports in the UK throughout the year. The local airport is the Aeroport Nice Cote d’Azur, meaning you will land close to your holiday spot.Climate
Beautiful weather all round is what Nice has to offer; even the winters are mild and there are plenty of clear and bright sunny days. This means that there are lots of options for tourists, such as hiking and biking when the weather is more temperate. Wet weather isn’t uncommon during the summer, as is generally the case with hot climates. Be aware that in the summer months, the weather in Nice can be sweltering, reaching 40 degrees centigrade. Nice is just as popular during the so called colder months as there is still some warmth and the days are bright.What to do
Nice has many outdoor events to get involved with, such as the Nice Carnival. This is a mixture of dance, religion, food, art and so on. Nice is also known for being a great location for getting around since it’s in the centre of the Cote d’Azur. This means you can visit the glamorous Monaco, St Tropez, and Cannes etc.There are also plenty of monuments and museums in Nice to visit with a balance of activities for kids, like go-karting and pool parks making friendly inner city destinations. Like many French cities, the architecture is aged and beautiful to look at.
There are also the stunning beaches – long and wide perfect for walking but also for sunbathing. It’s a suitable destination for children and adults alike. There are often events going on such as beach games and water-sports which are good for grownups and little ones. When the weather becomes too hot, you can return to a café in the shade. Because of the large tourist population, many places in Nice serve tourist food but look out for restaurants that sell special crêpes and sweets that are unique to France.