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Carrefour = The French Walmart

January 28, 2020 by Dana Zeliff 6 Comments

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Carrefour the French Walmart
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If you plan to visit France (or anywhere in Europe) you often hear people talk about not having Target or Walmart stores to shop.  You’ll find a bakery, butcher and sweet shop on every corner!  Europeans don’t shop at Walmart!

Well, let me tell you.  I found the French equivalent to Walmart.  And it was NUTS!

Our first ever visit was because I needed to purchase a pillow since the apartment only had one per person. I just couldn’t sleep without two.  We walked past several bakeries, butcheries, sweet shops and corner stores to the Centre Commercial Nice Etoile.  The mall here in Nice. Inside you will find clothing shops, jewelry stores, eateries, and a massive store – Carrefour.

I couldn’t stop staring, open mouthed at this gigantic store that I almost walked right into the back of my husband (who was doing some staring of his own).

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Filed Under: France, Living Abroad Tagged With: Nice France

5 Day Côte d’Azur Itinerary: Exploring the South of France

December 1, 2019 by Dana Zeliff 8 Comments

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You’ve made a big travel decision and decided to visit the South of France on your next vacation. But you don’t know where to go or how much time you’ll need to visit the many villages.  That’s where our new 5 day Côte d’Azur itinerary can help.  We’ve included some of the most popular destinations to help you prepare for your holiday.

As the 2nd busiest airport in France, after Paris, it’s likely you will fly into Nice.  We suggest making the city your home base during the trip.  While you could rent a car during your stay, our itinerary makes use of public transportation, as it’s easy to explore by train and bus.

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Filed Under: France, Europe Travel with Kids, Destinations Tagged With: Nice France, Day Trips from Nice

10 Most Instagramable Spots in Nice, France: Photos to Inspire Your Visit

April 30, 2018 by Dana Zeliff 4 Comments

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Nice is a beautiful city full of sunshine, brightly colored buildings and a sparkling sea. While most of the city is picture perfect, we picked 10 of the most instagramable spots in Nice to help make your Instagram account pop.  Check out some of our favorite Nice, France photos to inspire your visit.

Castle Hill

Promenade View

Are you following us on Instagram?

Head up to Castle Hill (La Colline de Château) for sweeping views over the city of Nice and the Mediterranean Sea. It’s one of the most photographed locations, so don’t miss snapping a photo or three from this vantage point.

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Filed Under: France, Europe Travel with Kids, Travel Tips & Tricks, Destinations Tagged With: Nice France, Travel in Nice

Your Passport to the Nice Carnaval Parade of Lights Plus Fun Activities for Kids!

February 19, 2018 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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The King of Space has come to Nice!

After the sun goes down, Place Massena comes to life. 17 decorated Carnaval floats light up the night sky, music blares, and over 1,000 dancers & musicians from around the world parade through the streets. This year, on day one, we joined in the fun at the Nice Carnaval Parade of Lights – always a spectacular event on the Cote d’Azur.

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Filed Under: France, Kids Travel Picks, Europe Travel with Kids, Destinations, Festivals/Carnivals Tagged With: Nice France, Travel in Nice

See the Best Nice, France Attractions in One Day

June 14, 2017 by Dana Zeliff 4 Comments

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Nice France in One Day

Nice, France is the perfect spot to experience the French Riviera lifestyle.  As the 5th largest city in France, it has the small city charm but with big city amenities. If you only have one day, you’ll be able to explore a great deal of the Nice, France Attractions.

While one day isn’t nearly long enough to explore everything in Nice and the surrounding areas, our list of what to see in Nice in one day will ensure you hit the highlights. We tried to leave enough time for you to enjoy a leisurely lunch, stop at a café, browse the shops, relax in the park or swim at the beach. A few extra ideas are also included just in case you breeze through our list quicker than expected.

Keep reading to see how to fit in the best Nice, France attractions in one day.

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Filed Under: France, Europe Travel with Kids, Destinations Tagged With: Nice France, Travel in Nice

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Hi, I’m Dana. Planning a great trip shouldn't mean spending endless evenings scrolling travel forums, watching videos, and sorting through conflicting opinions online.

I've spent years exploring the world with my husband and our two kids, and those experiences shape how I help clients plan their own vacations. Together, we've visited 48 countries across four continents and spent nearly four years living in France.

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