Cote d Azur in January

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We love the South of France, having been several times over the years, but due to the expense we haven't been for while. Obviously, it's much cheaper to go out of season so was thinking about a trip straight after New Year in early January. Thought it might be nice to wander some of the old towns without the throngs of tourists.

Can anyone comment on what the climate is like, and whether it's likely to spoil the trip? I assume it is warmer the Lancashire. We like exploring the towns and villages going to the markets etc, not sun bathing. Are things like restraunts, museums etc. open as normal, or do they shut up out of season?

Please tell me if this is a stupid idea and I should just book a week in the Canaries!

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audidoody said:

Nice is great in January. Go

Any particular reason in January? I agree it is a lovely city, been a couple of times in summer.

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Thanks. It's decided, we're definitelt going, but the chances of the Wife wanting to ski are pretty minimal, we'll stick to the coast I think. We've stayed in Menton in August once, that was truly the definition of busy, so it'll be nice if it was a touch quieter than that.

I've been looking at Apartments in Antibes, as we like it there. Any alternative recommendations before I book something? Absolute Max is £600, something suitable for a couple, preferably with parking.