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Menton
France
The South of France is loved for many reasons, its glittering coastline, rolling lavender fields and world-class wine being just a few of them. But, having been made popular by writers, artists and celebrities, many of its stretches of golden sand have become something of a haven for sunburnt holidaymakers. We suggest skipping the tourist-swamped Nice and St Tropez and, instead, savouring a slice of traditional French culture in the delightful harbour town of Menton. Stroll palm-fringed avenues, hop between serene beaches - Plage Rondelli is our favourite - and taste your way through the area's delicious culinary specialities, which include hearty bouillabaisse and fluffy lemon desserts (this being the centre of France's lemon industry).