<strong>Sanary-sur-Mer: </strong>Although the Côte d'Azur is the more famous French shoreline, the western side -- from Sanary-sur-Mer to Marseille -- is also breathtakingly beautiful, with quaint fishing villages and picturesque vineyards.
Sanary-sur-Mer: Although the Côte d'Azur is the more famous French shoreline, the western side -- from Sanary-sur-Mer to Marseille -- is also breathtakingly beautiful, with quaint fishing villages and picturesque vineyards.
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<strong>Hostellerie de la Farandole, Sanary-sur-Mer: </strong>This contemporary luxury spa offers guests the opportunity to relax by the pool, hang out on a private beach or their own spacious terrace.
Hostellerie de la Farandole, Sanary-sur-Mer: This contemporary luxury spa offers guests the opportunity to relax by the pool, hang out on a private beach or their own spacious terrace.
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<strong>Cassis village</strong>: A top spot thanks to its stand out markets, fountains and beaches, Cassis is a wonderful secret the French would rather keep to themselves.
Cassis village: A top spot thanks to its stand out markets, fountains and beaches, Cassis is a wonderful secret the French would rather keep to themselves.
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<strong>Château de Cassis:</strong> Considered the central point of town, medieval castle Château de Cassis is privately owned, but guests can stay at its on site B&B.
Château de Cassis: Considered the central point of town, medieval castle Château de Cassis is privately owned, but guests can stay at its on site B&B.
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<strong>Calanques National Park, Cassis</strong>: The succession of rocky cliffs and bays between Marseille and Cassis are reachable via a scenic hike or boat tour.
Calanques National Park, Cassis: The succession of rocky cliffs and bays between Marseille and Cassis are reachable via a scenic hike or boat tour.
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<strong>Calanques National Park, Cassis: </strong>Hiking in the sun might be difficult, but visitors are rewarded with translucent aquamarine waters and sandy beaches once they arrive.
Calanques National Park, Cassis: Hiking in the sun might be difficult, but visitors are rewarded with translucent aquamarine waters and sandy beaches once they arrive.
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<strong>La Villa Madie, Cassis:</strong> This two-Michelin-starred Cassis restaurant serves French cuisine whipped up by chef Dimitri Droisneau.
La Villa Madie, Cassis: This two-Michelin-starred Cassis restaurant serves French cuisine whipped up by chef Dimitri Droisneau.
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<strong>Marseille:</strong> The Old Port of Marseille has been the city's harbor since the sixth century and was featured in "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas.
Marseille: The Old Port of Marseille has been the city's harbor since the sixth century and was featured in "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas.
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<strong>Marseille: </strong>France's second largest city is also home to stunning beaches including the "Vieille Chapelle," or Old Lady Chapel beach.
Marseille: France's second largest city is also home to stunning beaches including the "Vieille Chapelle," or Old Lady Chapel beach.
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<strong>Marseille</strong>: Its skyline includes the dome of the Cathedrale de la Major, which is the seat of the Archdiocese of Marseille.
Marseille: Its skyline includes the dome of the Cathedrale de la Major, which is the seat of the Archdiocese of Marseille.
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