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Being in control of when and where you travel is one of the greatest advantages of having your own rental car on vacation. Call the shots during your road trip around Provence - Alpes - Cote d'Azur and delight in the freedom of discovering its coolest destinations at your own pace. Try to visit as many of this place's most well-known destinations as possible:

• Nice (population of 338,600)
• Toulon (population of 168,700)
• Aix-en-Provence (population of 146,800)
• Avignon (population of 89,800)

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Considering hitting the road in Provence - Alpes - Cote d'Azur? Climb behind the wheel of a compact car. A cinch to park, more miles per gallon, and better maneuverability are only a few reasons they're the most popular type of rental car here. When you cruise the busy streets of cities like Nice or Toulon, a compact car will make driving a dream.It's always a great idea to head out of the city, and if you do, get ready to be richly rewarded. With sandy shores, impressive rock formations, and gorges to enjoy, Provence - Alpes - Cote d'Azur knows how to do an exciting day trip. A larger vehicle like an SUV or a four-wheel drive will give you and the family more space for those long, scenic drives.