Usually visitors from around the world come to the small little seaside towns along the coast for “the season”, which usually starts in May/June and continues until the last day in August.

In the winter months, a sleepy calm overtakes the cities and a blanket of silence envelopes the pristine area. Long gone are the loud and trendy nightclubs, airport rushes and tourist  motor traffic.  Yachts still line the harbors, but the people have seem to have jumped ship.

If you would like to explore the quiet side of the South of France, tour the area during the winter months. The weather is still very mild, with a slight chill at night requiring only a light jacket. From Nice to Monaco to St. Tropez, see a side of Europe that embodies a new view of the typical seaside resort.

Monaco

Avignon

Know for history and theater, the “City of the Popes”  is filled with squares showcasing the many shops, restaurants and courtyards. A perfect way to explore Provence is to walk aimless through the old streets, and experience the local food and wine of the region. Hotel La Mirande is one of the four star properties in the region, and offers afternoon tea, a cooking school and the perfect central location.