Sep 07 2004
Nice-Sur Mer-Monte Carlo
We spent morning strolling along the beach. Then swam in the mediterinian sea for about 10 minutes each. The water was warm and very clear. Just wonderful.
The hotel we stayed was still a little too close to action. Next time, we should get one room that is facing the court yard. And there is a long pedestrain only street in Nice. Finding a hotel here may be quiet enough too.
We took a bus to Monaco. The road to Monaco was one of the most picture-perfect. Blue ocean to our right and stony cliffs to our left, spotted with villas with spanish roofs and all kinds of flowers and trees. We found a small town, Sur Mer, in between. Only 10 min bus drive from Nice. Most beautiful and charming. The town sits on a steep hill. With very few driveable roads, it is mainly connected by long, narrow and winding steps. Will post some photos later.
Added later, images from Sur Mer
Monaco is OK. We had a dinner at a wonderful restaurant, Zebra Square, overlooking the casino, the Grand Hotel and the race way. Food is good, but the view is GREAT.