France cruises

Marseille is an inviting travel destination on the south coast of France. Once a major trading port, the various influences from European, North African and Middle Eastern cultures are ready to be enjoyed by visitors, from browsing the African markets in the old harbour to savouring the signature French dish of bouillabaisse- a kind of fish soup- at one of the city's many restaurants. Marseille also has its fair share of impressive museums and art collections, including La Vieille Charité and Cantini, but if you choose to veer away from the beaten track, an urban regeneration project behind the Saint-Charles train station opens up a world of avant-garde art exhibitions and free outdoor cinema screenings.