With the euro at a record high against the pound many UK holidaymakers are being forced to tighten their belts, particularly when it comes to their holiday budgets.

According to a report by the Times Onlne the French Riviera is an excellent holiday destination for those seeking excellent cuisine, entertainment and accommodation on a budget.

During the summer the area offers a variety of different festivals including the International Fireworks Festival and the costumed troubadours at the Mornas‚ Marchƒ© Mƒ©dievale. For those seeking to get back to nature Provence offers stunning nature reserves with no entry fee. The 70,000-hectare Mercantour National Park is one such reserve.

Marseille‚s fascinating Musƒ©e Cantini offers visitors a more cultural experience, while fans of author Dan Brown can visit La Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in Ste-Maximin-La-Sainte-Baume and get a feel for the background of the Da Vinci Code.

The region also offers a wide variety of affordable accommodation from camping to hostels and cheap hotels to suit every budget.

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