150 years ago, Nice chose France. Well, at least that's what all the posters say--but really, the territory that has switched hands between Italy and France countless times in its history was ceded to France as a territorial reward for French...
1 measly Euro.
That's how much it will cost you to get anywhere on a bus or tram in Nice: no matter if you're winding alongside the sea to Monaco or if you're just heading to the other side of town. 1 Euro for a ticket that's valid for 78...
Good news, everyone. It is still totally possible that I could become a world-famous painter and create a style that rocks the art world.
OK, maybe not--anyone who has seen my crafting attempts knows that my "style" is just messy. But I was still...
Right now, I'm lucky enough to be playing tourist and pretending to be a resident of Nice, France. The French Riviera is undoubtably a huge tourist destination, and I'm very grateful to have the opportunity to explore.
However, before moving here,...
I’m positive I was instantly pegged as an American today because of the perma-smile on my face. While the near-perfect weather and brilliant sunshine put everyone in a good mood, I had a few more reasons to be très contente.
First of all, I have...
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Christine Amorose Merrill
C'est Christine is my little slice of the internet to talk travel, lifestyle and twenty- and thirty-something struggles. After stints living in France, Australia and NYC and lots of (often solo!) travel around the world, I currently live in San Diego with my husband, daughter and two pugs.