Lucky to Catch the Avignon Festival – This Town is a Must-Visit! 🎭✨

Day 8 🚗 Morning: Drove 100km (1.5hrs) from Marseille to Avignon – the historic capital of Provence in southeastern France. 🏰 Avignon Highlights: Stumbled upon the legendary Avignon Theatre Festival (every July)! 🎪 Streets bursting with colorful play posters and actors in Chaplin-esque costumes promoting their shows 🎩🤡 Impromptu street performances everywhere – pure magic! 🍽️ Lunch Indulgence: Foie gras (€30) – rich but not greasy Filet mignon (€34) – perfectly tender "A foodie’s dream come true!" 😋🍷 🚄 Easy Transport: TGV high-speed train from Paris (just 2.5hrs) 18:12 train back to Paris (arrive 20:52) – smooth ride! 🌃 Paris Nightcap: Crazy Horse Show (€284 for two) – the cabaret experience 💃🔥 Stayed at EST Hotel – Orient 🏨 #AvignonFestival #ProvenceRoadTrip #FrenchGourmet #ParisByNight