{"id":98894498,"date":"2018-07-12T23:52:37","date_gmt":"2018-07-13T03:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/?p=98894498"},"modified":"2025-03-10T10:14:31","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T14:14:31","slug":"croatia-or-the-french-riviera-where-would-you-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/croatia-or-the-french-riviera-where-would-you-go\/","title":{"rendered":"Croatia or the French Riviera: Where Would You Go?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stuck between two destinations but can’t figure out where to go? We hear you loud and clear! For those looking for an international beach vacation but stuck on the fence about a destination, we’ve got two incredible suggestions\u00a0just for you! From the rocky beaches\u00a0and posh party scene in the French Riviera to the sandy beaches, island hopping, and casual nightlife in the Dalmatia region of Croatia — it may be super tough picking just one. Here’s a comparison of both destinations for you to decide which is better for you to travel to.<\/p>\n

Take a Glamorous Holiday in the French Riviera If…<\/h2>\n

You want to\u00a0party ’till sunrise<\/h3>\n

\"FriendsIf you didn’t know, Cannes and St. Tropez are among the most popular destinations with some of the best beaches on the French Riviera. It’s where the rich and famous flock for a holiday in the sun with some relaxation, fine dining, and partying. So, if you’re looking for a similar break, these destinations are for you!\u00a0It’s<\/span><\/span>\u00a0best to travel here during the summer months from June through August to catch the\u00a0balmy days to lay on the beach and go to the beach clubs\u00a0like Club 55<\/a> and<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Nikki Beach<\/a> both located in St. Tropez,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Baoli<\/span><\/span>\u00a0Beach Club in Cannes. These\u00a0<\/span><\/span>day clubs are pricey, so prepare your\u00a0wallet for some spending!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

You want some fine wine and a little downtime<\/h2>\n

\"AlpesFor a more\u00a0<\/span><\/span>affordable stay, we’ve got two destinations you should consider.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>If you’re not a beach person, head to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Vence<\/span><\/span>, located in the hills of the Alpes Maritimes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0in the\u00a0middle of Nice and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Antibes. Y<\/span><\/span>ou’ll find only boutique hotels here so forget about your\u00a0favorite hotel chain for this getaway. If you’re a wine-o who has a taste for a dark bitter red wine, you’ll be a happy traveler wherever you go in the French Riviera. <\/span><\/span>From a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>quaint hotel stay to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>sightseeing through the historic medieval town, you’ll be fully recharged with\u00a0the right amount of relaxation.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0But, if you’re looking to squeeze in a little beach time and light shopping,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Nic<\/span><\/span>e\u00a0<\/span><\/span>is the place to be. T<\/span><\/span>he\u00a0<\/span><\/span>beach<\/span><\/span>es in this\u00a0<\/span><\/span>small city are lined with pebbles (no sandy beaches here), so be sure\u00a0<\/span><\/span>to bring along a padded mat to lay on.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Some exploration excites you<\/h2>\n

\"Antibes\"When visiting a new place, do you look for museums and sights to explore? If so, head to Antibes! Located between Nice and Cannes, this small city is perfect for either hitting the beach or visiting\u00a0some of the museums around town. Visit the local museums such as the\u00a0Mus\u00e9e Picasso to view the collection of work from Picasso or Mus\u00e9e Napol\u00e9onien to learn some history about Napoleon.<\/p>\n

Adventure to the Dalmatia Region in Croatia If…<\/h2>\n

You’re looking for an affordable party scene<\/h3>\n

\"IbizaWhile planning a trip to Croatia, the hardest part will probably be choosing which of the 1,000 islands to visit on the Dalmatia Coast.\u00a0Each has a\u00a0unique vibe that can offer up a fun and affordable time. Hvar, known as the Ibiza of Croatia, is perfect for the traveler looking to party in style. For the\u00a0traveler interested in dancing the night away at some of the\u00a0top clubs in all of Croatia, visit the island of Pag. \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

You want to dine on unique food and sweet wine<\/h2>\n

\"CroatiaQ. “What’s for dinner?” A. “Croatian food!” Yep, we bet you’ve never heard that one before because Croatia has a unique cuisine that’s a cross between Slavic\u00a0and Mediterranean flavors. Croatia has some of the freshest and healthiest fish in the world so expect to see a lot of seafood options on the menu. And if you’re a wine drinker, we hope you like a sweet yet strong red to sip on.\u00a0 The reds here are stronger than the ones in France, so be sure to pack your tolerance when you visit!<\/p>\n

You want to unwind on a sandy shore with incredible views<\/h2>\n

\"ZlatniUnlike some of the pebbled beaches in the French Riviera, Croatia has fine sandy beaches perfect for spending the day sunbathing (comfortably). For the nicest most beautiful beach in Croatia\u00a0head to Zlatni Rat. But if you’re interested in taking a cave tour or visiting another incredible beach pass your hours away on one of the beaches on the Pakleni Islands. And if you’re ready to take a break from the sand, Hvar’s botanical gardens are breathtaking to explore.<\/p>\n

Is it going to be France or Croatia for your beach escape? Tell us in the comments.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Stuck between two destinations but can’t figure out where to go? We hear you loud and clear! For those looking for an international beach vacation but stuck on the fence about a destination, we’ve got two incredible suggestions\u00a0just for you! From the rocky beaches\u00a0and posh party scene in the French Riviera to the sandy beaches, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":98922870,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[45,111],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-98894498","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-europe","category-international-travel"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98894498","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/35"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98894498"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98894498\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":98922877,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98894498\/revisions\/98922877"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/98922870"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98894498"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98894498"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98894498"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}