Ste Marie de la Mer
Dec 29th, 2011 | 10:37 AM
#4
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I've been to <b>Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer</b> a number of times but never during the festival, which is what would really make it worth it. Otherwise it is just a mildly pleasant but not excessively interesting seaside town.
(Note that the "Maries" are plural!)
(Note that the "Maries" are plural!)
Dec 30th, 2011 | 10:35 PM
#7
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We went in the early 90's and it was fascinating. It was packed but the greatest people watching and photo opportunities. Obviously, that was a long time ago but we really enjoyed it. We went early in the morning and spent the day. My biggest problem was standing in line for the loo.
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Jan 1st, 2012 | 06:39 AM
#8
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It's definitely an event but not the kind I would personally like to experience - a lot of shady people and not very well organized. I would recommend the water jousting in Sète in July and August + beaches + good restaurants in a friendly and safe atmosphere.
