Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PROVENCE ON A BUDGET
1. OFF-SEASON TRAVEL
During July and August, when Provence throngs with thousands of French and for-
eign holidaymakers, the price of everything, from a beach deckchair to a hotel room,
is highest. Provence is much cheaper (and more pleasant) in May and June and in
September and October.
2. CARNETS
Buying a
carnet
of five or ten tickets from bus and railway stations for public transport
in larger towns such as Marseille, Nice and Monaco is cheaper and more convenient
than buying single tickets.
3. DISCOUNTS
Many museums and attractions offer discounted admission to students, over-60s and
families of five or more. Admission to state-owned museums and monuments is free
for under-26s resident in the EU. ID is required.
4. RAIL PASSES
French Railways (SNCF) offer the France Railpass, which is hard to beat for flexibility
and value for money. It allows from three to nine days travel on any route, from
in France within one month. The Senior France Railpass is for people over 60. Both
passes are available at all major French stations, but can also be booked via travel
agents before you leave home. For more information, see
www.eurorailways.com
or
5. YOUTH HOSTELS
Youth hostels can be found in Marseille, Nice, Menton, St-Raphaël, Aix and Arles, and
at several national parks. Despite the name, there is no age limit for travellers. For
more information contact the Fédération Unie des Auberges de Jeunesse (FUAJ) in
Paris.
FUAJ • 01 44 89 87 27 •
www.fuaj.org
