After 5 years in France, I can confidently say tourists should skip the French Riviera and visit this hidden gem instead

As someone who lives in France, I think Ardèche is an extremely underrated travel destination. Audrey Bruno When I first moved to France, I assumed I would want to vacation on the French Riviera all the time. Soon after, I found that Ardèche had a lot of the same benefits with fewer downsides. Now I return frequently to this southeastern part of France to enjoy kayaking, hiking, and wine. The French Riviera was at the top of my must-visit list long before I ever moved to France. So, when I ...