We absolutely loved our recent trip to Nice, France. After spending a few days in the busier city of Paris, it was so nice to see the turquoise waters of the coastline. We took some amazing day trips around Nice, most of which cost nothing but a bus ticket. Here are 5 free things to do around Nice to show you that you don’t have to spend a lot to enjoy your time in the French Riviera!
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5 Free Things to do in Paris
Paris is on many people’s bucket list for so many different reasons. During our recent trip there we completely loved the city and all that it has to offer travelers. However, something that is hard for budget travelers like ourselves is how expensive visiting Paris can be. So here are 5 free things to do in Paris that won’t break your budget!
[Read more…] about 5 Free Things to do in Paris$5 Day Trip to Monaco
Monaco is a very small country in between France and Italy. You probably know it best for the famous Monte Carlo Casino or the Grand Prix held there each year. It sits east of Nice and is a easy day trip from wherever you’re staying on the Cote de Azur. Here is our guide to a $5 day trip to Monaco including how to get there using public transportation, what we saw and how to do it on a budget!
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Packing is one of the most difficult things about planning a trip. Especially if you are planning a trip to an area that you have never been, or that has a climate different than where you live. We travel exclusively using carry on luggage – even when our flights offer free checked bags. We do this for a few reasons which we will explain below. Read on for the pros and cons of traveling with a carry on bag.
[Read more…] about Pros and Cons of Traveling with a Carry On BagPublic Transportation in Paris
In a big city like Paris you will probably want to go to more than one area and that often means figuring out transportation. Some of your options to get around include taxis, Uber or another ride-sharing app, or public transportation. In this post we discuss all things public transportation in Paris including how to get to and from the airport, using the Metro around the city and going other places in France.